For several years, standing desks have become an integral part of daily life for many in France. Popularized by the health crisis and the increase in teleworking, they now represent a practical solution to address the increasing sedentary lifestyle. Indeed, spending more than seven hours a day sitting can negatively impact blood circulation, metabolism, and concentration. Could simply standing up be the answer? A simple action that could lead to significant changes beyond just altering one’s perspective. We had the chance to test one of these modular desks and chose the FlexiSpot E9 among available models to see how it might transform our work routine. Here is a detailed review.
For several years now, the brand FlexiSpot has emerged and quickly established itself as one of the key players in ergonomic office furniture. This is in response to the observation that traditional workspaces no longer meet the health and flexibility requirements of today’s professional world. Founded with the ambition to improve the daily lives of sedentary workers, the company offers a variety of furniture options, including standing desks, ergonomic chairs, adjustable workstations, and connected accessories, while also prioritizing quality and environmental concerns. FlexiSpot indeed favors durable materials, equips its products with more efficient brushless motors, and integrates anti-collision systems to maximize safety and comfort. Is this truly the case in practice? Yes, it is.
The FlexiSpot E9 is the desk we have chosen to evaluate. It is an electric sit-stand desk designed to enhance daily comfort significantly. Its carbon steel frame can support up to 180 kg and offers an adjustable height range from 63.5 cm to 128.5 cm, allowing for a perfect fit for all body types. The electric adjustment system operates smoothly and quietly (below 50 dB) and provides four memorable positions via an intuitive touch-sensitive control panel. The work surface is customizable in various sizes and finishes: maple, black, mahogany, bamboo, or dark walnut. The anti-print finish of the work surface, which feels pleasant to the touch, appears to withstand intensive daily use well.
Functionally, the E9 impresses with its stability: even when equipped with heavy devices, the desk remains steady without wobbling. Height adjustment is smooth and quiet, generating less than 50 decibels of noise, which is a significant advantage for use in quiet environments or at nighttime. The ascent and descent speed, taking around ten seconds, is competitive; however, the integrated USB port for device charging operates somewhat slowly, indicating an area for improvement. The ability to remember up to four different heights adds a crucial ergonomic dimension, facilitating quick transitions between sitting and standing positions. This feature, still uncommon among competing models at similar price points, solidifies the E9’s position in the high-end category. In comparison, other leading brands like Uplift or Fully offer comparable options but often at higher prices or with fewer customization possibilities.
Standing desks, although increasingly adopted internationally—particularly in Scandinavia and the United States, where they have become commonplace in video game development studios—remain marginal in France. However, their benefits for well-being and concentration are recognized, and the FlexiSpot E7 appears as a serious solution to facilitate this transition. During this period of back-to-school, where remote work and office quality of life are more than ever at the forefront of concerns, investing in such equipment proves to be a wise choice, one that deserves encouragement from companies and institutions.
