It’s even possible to get some monitor stands that can transform your tired old worktop into a standing desk.

We’ve spent hundreds of hours researching and testing monitors of all shapes and sizes to find the best one for any need (or budget). There are a variety of things that could lead people to use a monitor arm. For some, the ergonomics (and convenience) of being able to move your monitor exactly where you want, well, it’s something that can be hard to give up. For others, the desk space being saved by taking the monitor off the desk is invaluable. You can read our full article on how to setup and position your monitor arm in the most ergonomic position here. In short: Avoid computer-related injuries by adjusting your workplace set-up. With the increasing rise in computer dependent occupations more and more people are having to spend their time in front of a 24" screen. If only they knew, one simple corr...The Grovemade unit lifts your screens, which can make them easier to see and create a more ergonomic environment in your office, and it also adds additional space under the monitors. It’s 46 inches wide and can hold up to 100 pounds of weight, and it has a handy aluminum shelf that can hold laptops, documents, or books. Jaclyn Kilani is a content writer at iMore. She's a longtime Apple addict with a flair for creating (written works, design, photos; you name it!) on her devices. Jaclyn has also worked in the marketing sector for over 16 years, dabbling in a bit of everything from writing to graphic design and digital marketing. In her heart of hearts, however, she is a born writer and an avid reader who adores everything about the written word. Someday she may even churn out a book or two. Increase Workspace: Lifting your monitor off your desk can open up increased space and reduce desktop clutter.

Heavy Lifting: With a capacity of 10kg per screen, you can ensure up to 38" screens are easily carried The best monitor arms are flexible and strong enough to hold your monitor in place without shaking or wobbling. They may include cable clips or other cable management systems to help keep your desktop tidy, and they'll have fully adjustable height and rotation.

Long warranty: Monitor arm technology isn’t something that will change radically and warrant a replacement every year or two. Instead, you should expect a monitor arm to last many years and adapt to changes such as a new desk or display. It’s furniture. Because of that, we looked at warranty length and customer support to see which companies would stand behind their models and the arms’ expected years of performance while holding up an expensive monitor (or two). Note that monitor arm warranties don’t include damage to the monitor itself.

The Monoprice Workstream single-monitor desk mount is a remarkably heavy-duty monitor arm that allows for precise positioning of both standard to ultrawide monitors 32-49 inches. This monitor arm can also hold one monitor up to 39.6 lbs due to its gas-spring internals. The Vivo uses a sturdy C-shaped clamp or an optional grommet to attach to a desk, so it works on a wide variety of surfaces. It’s got integrated cable management thanks to clips on the arms and central pole, so your desk can stay tidy. That might feel like far too much to pay for a monitor stand, but it justifies the price in several ways: it’s an American-made unit that’s finished by hand, and you can choose which wood you’d like to use, from Walnut to Maple. It looks far more elegant than affordable, utilitarian metal mounts and stands. From the MX150 Single Monitor Arm to the MX900 Dual Monitor Arm you can be assured that an Invision Technology Monitor Arm is the best Monitor Arm!One of the biggest draws of monitor arm stands is that they are highly adjustable, much more so than the standard freestanding mounts that most monitors come with. Monitor arms can adjust up and down easily, which many monitor stands cannot. Monitor arms can also adjust toward and away from you.