Electric desk vs. fixed desk: Which is better for productivity?

A desk is an essential piece of equipment in an office space. When arranging this room, you can either use an electric desk or a so-called fixed desk. Take note of the advantages and disadvantages of each of these pieces of furniture and choosing one will not be a problem for you.

Whether you choose an electric desk or a fixed desk is up to you. Remember, however, that the desk is a piece of furniture on which, among other things, your productivity and comfort depend.

Electric desk vs. fixed desk - differences

The electric desk is equipped with a mechanism that allows the height level of the top to be adjusted electrically. This gives you the possibility to adjust it to your needs, mainly to your height. Being able to sit in the right, healthy position in a big way eliminates back and neck pain.
The fixed desk has an unchanging structure and has no moving parts. This makes it more stable. The lack of adjustment of the desk makes working for long hours more tiring and leads to pain.
An intuitive control panel combined with a smooth mechanism for adjusting the height of the table top allows it to be conveniently and quickly adjusted to the user's needs. In many models, this is done with just one button. These desks also have a memory function for the top height setting.
A fixed desk does not require any special preparation before starting work. It is the user who has to adjust to the structure of the piece of furniture and the height of the tabletop. As a result, the user often concentrates more on the adjustment than on his or her duties.

What affects productivity in the workplace?

Productivity at work depends on many factors, one of which is ergonomics. An ergonomic workstation is a desk with a top adjusted to the user's height, and a chair matched to the desk, which allows the feet to be placed comfortably on the ground, with the legs bent at a right angle at the knees. Such a set of furniture guarantees a comfortable and at the same time correct posture. In turn, correct posture protects against a number of painful ailments and influences well-being and comfort. All this has an automatic effect on work efficiency. The employee can concentrate more easily on his or her tasks and, as a consequence, perform more duties in a shorter period of time.

Thus, an electric desk with a mechanism for adjusting the height of the top definitely beats a fixed desk. When working at a fixed desk, the employee concentrates on pain and discomfort instead of working. The electric desk adapts itself to the user's needs, and the ability to change the working position from sitting to standing allows physical activity without leaving the workstation.

Desks available in the MARO offer

Desks form a significant part of our office furniture range. With us, you can buy both an electric desk and a fixed desk. The decision is up to you, but considering the sheer impact this piece of furniture has on productivity in the workplace, you are certainly of the opinion that a desk with an electrically adjustable top is the best choice. The models that our customers choose most often are:

Op-Lite E electric desk - a classic version with a simple frame and an elegant top,
Lano-E 300 Q electric desk - a model with designer legs and a straight top,
Lano-E 300 Q Bench electric desk - a piece of furniture designed for multiple employees, with a partition.

Whatever your decision, whether you prefer an electric or fixed desk, take a look at our office furniture category. And if you need help making your choice, we remain available. Choose a piece of furniture that will benefit your productivity.

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