If you’re like me, you don’t replace non-tech items until the wheels, literally and figuratively, fall off. I’ve had the same workstation desk setup since my first year of college (2010), and after the built-in unbalanced desk lean took out a fresh cup of coffee, I realized it was time to elevate my workspace—literally. This is where the LiftSync Studio desk comes in: a stylish and affordable option that includes ample storage, a spacious workspace and the option to elevate the station to stretch your legs occasionally. The LiftSync Studio is a real game-changer.
As far as builds go, the LiftSync Studio comes neatly packaged in a single (albeit incredibly heavy) box. One thing becomes abundantly clear upon opening it—the LiftSync Studio cannot be assembled by one person effectively (unless you are Mr. Fantastic himself). While it is possible to build alone, assembling the desk is best done with two people to properly attach its extremities. Flipping the desktop without worrying about damaging the LiftSync is easier with a second person—and it’s more fun as a co-op task.
LiftSync includes a handy video tutorial that shows a single person assembling the Studio, guiding those who need visual aids step by step. This is an excellent tool and a plus for accessibility. The guide helps prevent builders from getting derailed by potential project breaks or other interruptions during assembly. LiftSync gets an A+ for including such a walkthrough, and it’s humbling to see an experienced person build the entire setup with just two simple tools.
“The LiftSync Studio is a real game-changer.”
If videos aren’t your thing, the LiftSync Studio also comes with a detailed written guide to help bring everything together without issue. For my build, I followed the written instructions and brought a pistol drill to the party. While unnecessary, I recommend this, as it helps drive screws in more easily and prevents wrist fatigue. There are also a few narrow screw entry points where a drill makes things easier. That said, if you have a magnetized screwdriver, it works just as well.
Assembly is easier done than said. The LiftSync Studio includes everything you need, including an Allen wrench set, making it nearly impossible to mess up. From unboxing to using the new tabletop, the build took about an hour and a half.
The LiftSync Studio is a sight to behold. The finished desk offers users a staggering 55 inches of workspace. This is plenty of room for even three monitors, and there’s still space left over for personalization. My oversized mouse pad only covered a third of the horizontal desk space, but with 24 extra inches of vertical space, almost everything a productive user needs can fit at once.
The LiftSync Studio includes two drawers for storage and three floating cubbies for organization. The floating cubbies are my favourite feature, as they allow projects and tasks to be pushed aside while switching to higher-priority work. Stowing my GMMK 100% HE keyboard inside the floating shelf to whip out a laptop and jump into a few rounds of the Exoborne playtest took no time at all. Aside from adapting the workspace to fit user needs, the desk also transitions into a standing position at a whim.
The single-motor lift on the desk allows it to shift from a sitting desk to a standing desk with the push (and hold) of a button. The LiftSync Studio can go as high as 46.5 inches (which comfortably fits my 5-foot-11 frame for standing) or as low as 28.3 inches, with infinite stops in between. This is the perfect design for me. I keep the desk at 30 inches, allowing my dog’s bed (and my dog) to fit underneath comfortably with plenty of space for both human and canine legs.
I love this makeshift cubby for her just as much as the desk’s built-in cubbies for storing personal items. She constantly wants to be close when I’m working, and the LiftSync Studio inadvertently enables her co-dependency—I love that we can work together most mornings.
“LiftSync has built a desk for working professionals, by working professionals, with small yet innovative design choices.”
The LiftSync Studio looks stunning. The dark walnut finish advertised on the website doesn’t do it justice. The grain patterns on the shelves are more pronounced in person, complementing the jet-black finished surface with style. There are even two headset hooks discreetly fastened underneath, keeping a headset within arm’s reach without cluttering the desktop. LiftSync has built a desk for working professionals, by working professionals, with small yet innovative design choices.
The LiftSync Studio is the desk upgrade you didn’t know you needed. Going from a stationary, cramped desk to a spacious, feature-rich setup feels like moving from a single-bedroom apartment with four roommates to a two-storey home.
The LiftSync Studio has it all: a sleek design, easy construction, ample storage space, and a premium aesthetic. While it falls into the mid-range price category for standing desks, at $299.99, it feels far more premium than its price tag suggests. Anyone hesitant to upgrade due to the high cost of other similarly featured desks can snag this one, call it a “gaming desk” and never look back.