Our verdict
The Jarvis Standing Desk and Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board are close. We gave the Jarvis Standing Desk a slight edge at 9.8/10 over the Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board at 9/10 — close enough that fit matters more than the score. The best standing desk we've tested—sturdy, quiet, endlessly configurable, and exceptional value.
Our pick
Jarvis Standing Desk
Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board
$359
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| Attribute | Jarvis Standing Desk | Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board |
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| Our rating | 9.8/10 | 9/10 |
| Best for | The best standing desk we've tested—sturdy, quiet, endlessly configurable, and exceptional value. | Movemate earned our recommendation: stay active at your desk without the back-pain shuffle. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Jarvis Standing Desk if…
The best standing desk we've tested—sturdy, quiet, endlessly configurable, and exceptional value.
- Sturdy construction with quiet, smooth motor
- Endlessly configurable (size, finish, add-ons)
Choose the Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board if…
Movemate earned our recommendation: stay active at your desk without the back-pain shuffle.
- No back pain through an 8-hour workday
- Outperforms Yes4All Wobble Board on dynamic flexibility
Why we rate them this way
Jarvis Standing Desk — 9.8/10
The best standing desk we've tested—sturdy, quiet, endlessly configurable, and exceptional value.
What we liked: Sturdy construction with quiet, smooth motor, Endlessly configurable (size, finish, add-ons), 15-year frame warranty, Minimal wobble at standing height, Superior specs and value vs. Herman Miller.
Worth knowing: Cord management can be awkward.
Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board — 9/10
Movemate earned our recommendation: stay active at your desk without the back-pain shuffle.
What we liked: No back pain through an 8-hour workday, Outperforms Yes4All Wobble Board on dynamic flexibility, Significantly better than standard anti-fatigue mats, Eco-friendly materials and sustainable manufacturing, Portable with built-in handle.
Common questions
Is the Jarvis Standing Desk or the Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board better?
We rated the Jarvis Standing Desk 9.8/10 and the Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board 9/10, so we lean Jarvis Standing Desk — but it depends on what you want it for (see "which one is right for you" on the page).
How much do the Jarvis Standing Desk and Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board cost?
The Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board is listed at $359. We don't have a current price on file for the Jarvis Standing Desk — check the latest on its review page.
What's the difference between the Jarvis Standing Desk and the Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board?
Short version — Jarvis Standing Desk: The best standing desk we've tested—sturdy, quiet, endlessly configurable, and exceptional value. Movemate Standing Desk Balance Board: Movemate earned our recommendation: stay active at your desk without the back-pain shuffle.