Is The Uplift Desk V2 Worth It? (Review)

Standing desks are all the rage nowadays ever since we’re all forced to work from home. Sitting at a desk all day for both work and pleasure can be unhealthy. Having a motorized standing desk is gives your productivity a new level of verticality you didn’t know you needed. If you’re on the market for a new standing desk, chances are you’ve run into Uplift. They’re one of the more premium standing desk manufacturers that’s known for quality and customizability. If you’re curious if they’re the right fit for your work style, read on to find out.

Our Standing Desk Spec

• 60 x 30 +$110
• Bamboo +$40
• V2 C frame
• One power Grommet Cover +$39
• Advanced Paddle Keypad +$59
• Total: $816

Add-on

• Magnetic cable channel +$19 (for cable management)

Coming in multiple pieces

One thing to note is that your packages will come in multiple pieces and may not all arrive simultaneously. This is important for city dwellers who live in tight apartments and have to schedule their deliveries to be picked up at a local UPS or USPS store.

Also, when ordering, pay close attention to the availability of the different types of tabletops. Some of the more exclusive wood will have significantly longer preparation time. In our case, the 60″x30″ bamboo tabletop could ship out the next day and didn’t have to wait long.

Assembly

If you’re worried that assembly will be complicated, fear not – it’s not. The Uplift team did a great job with their simplified instruction manual and neat packaging. All the nuts, bolts, and washers are clearly labeled. I recommend having a bowl or tray to keep everything organized during assembly.

When assembling the legs into the center frame piece, make sure you have the middle frame RIGHT side up. The manual didn’t indicate which side is up/down, but the pictures are accurate. So be sure to follow the diagram and make sure that the center frame is orientated correctly. I had to redo the leg assembly because I was careless.

Complete assembly of the standing desk took about 1 hour with just one person. You can easily do this alone, and honestly, I don’t think having a partner helping will expedite the process much. You definitely will need someone’s help to flip the desk over once the assembly is complete.

Quality Craftsmanship

Every single piece we held up had a sizable heft to them. We spent a lot of time admiring the craftsmanship of the desk during assembly. Although there aren’t that many pieces to put together, each one was thoughtfully engineered. Making the assembly process simple, painless, and intuitive is an art that’s often under-appreciated.

Cable Management

I’m glad Uplift provided a cable management kit. My advice would be to do all of your cable management BEFORE flipping the desk over. Once you flip it over, it’s going to be a painful process. My one complaint is that the double-sided tape is too weak to hold up the thicker cables. The smaller wires held up just fine, but the thick power cables proved to be too heavy.

Responsiveness

The paddle controller is well worth the extra $59. Adjusting the desk’s height was as simple as lightly tapping up or down on the paddle. There’s a 1-second delay between the click and the desk lifting, which is excellent. That 1-second of lag input between hearing the click and the desk moving gave me more precise control. I’ve reviewed other desks that were either too delayed or too responsive, making the exact height adjustment nearly impossible. The motor doesn’t move too quickly or too slow—just the perfect speed to gauge precisely when to stop.

Stability

The desk is stable regardless of the height setting. That should come as no surprise given the weight of the desk. Most standing desks are sturdy below 35″. However, the desk loses that rigidity when fully extended. I didn’t experience that issue with the Uplift desk. Even fully extended, the desk remained stable and wobble-free, making it suitable for most of my work and gaming needs.

Noise Level

It certainly is noticeable when the motors are moving, but nothing major. Overall, it’s reasonably quiet and shouldn’t be a significant concern. The motor humming is unlikely to wake up a baby or annoy your neighbor.

Aesthetic

Now let’s get to the real reason why you’re picking this up over a cheap Ikea or Amazon Basic standing desk. It looks expensive and gorgeous in any room. Uplift didn’t skimp on where it matters the most – the tabletop. You’ll notice right away is how thick and generous the tabletop is. I got the 60″ bamboo finish with a black base, and it looks even better in person. Almost everyone who’s stepped foot into my home office has asked about the desk.

The aesthetic appeal of a 60″ bamboo finish standing desk was an unexpected and welcomed surprise. I knew that it would look professional for the price; I didn’t think it would be a centerpiece.

Extremely Well Built

Depending on the tabletop, options, and accessories you select, your Uplift desk could easily be $1000+. What may seem costly at first will eventually feel like an excellent investment. After I started using the Uplift desk daily, I noticed just how much I enjoy being at my desk. Switching from sitting to standing was a breeze with the paddle switch. It takes less than seconds for me to adjust the desk to my desired height fully.

A good working environment can significantly affect our productivity. And the best tool we can invest in is a quality desk – particularly a standing desk. One of the best things about the Uplift desk that makes it such a joy to use is that it’s well built. I’ve mentioned the craftsmanship at least three times in this review because that’s the thing you’ll likely notice and appreciate the most.

Final Verdict

Uplift makes one of the most premium standing desks on the market today. The prices aren’t cheap; however, they’re well worth the investment. Our 60″ bamboo finish with all the added accessories came out to just over $800. It certainly is an investment. If you’re looking for a desk that can accommodate both your work/life productivity needs, the Uplift desk is well worth the investment.