The Flexispot E7 Plus standing desk is another spin the company's popular Flexispot E7 - a product so good we still consider it the best standing desk we've tested.
The E7 Plus is a slightly beefed-up model of the E7 Pro, which is a bump up from the E7 - for more specs, check out our Flexispot E7 review and our Flexispot E7 Pro review.
With the Flexispot E7 Plus, all the parts we know and love are still there, and all the features and abilities still reside within the E7 Plus. The only difference is that it can hold more, stand taller, and have a different leg shape.
Flexispot E7 Plus: Unboxing & first impressions
Unboxing the E7 Plus reminded me of a lot of unboxing the other E7 series desks, but it also reminded me a lot of the unboxing of the E7Q - for more on that, see our Flexispot E7Q (Odin) review. Primarily, this was due to the pure weight and leg shape tucked into this box. This desk took me about 33 minutes to fully assemble, from unboxing to set up, and then another few hours (I wish I were kidding) to perfect my home office. It took a lot of rearranging, changing setups, cable management, wiring, and lighting, and I'm still working on it.
Flexispot included all the necessary tools, cables, and hardware to make assembly a breeze. I chose the Solid wood texture tabletop because I love the black walnut color, which matches my E7 Pro as my main desk in one of my workspaces. Since I had the space (though barely, I probably should have measured again or planned out my space better before choosing the size), I opted for the largest desktop at 72x30 inches.
All of the components for this desk are high quality, easy to assemble, and easy to maneuver. The desk was already pre-drilled in areas, making assembly much more straightforward. I chose to add a cable tray and one of Flexispot's power strips on the underside of the desk to help with clean cable management and, of course, give me places to plug gear into. These items had no pre-drilling marks, so I measured where I wanted them to go and drilled away.
Once I pushed this desk into place, I noticed the color was only slightly off from my E7 Pro. However, it was pretty close and only noticeable in bright, direct light, which I (sadly) do not have in my dungeon of a basement home office lit entirely by warm, white, intelligent lights with a touch of RGB for photos.
Flexispot E7 Plus: Design & build quality
Dimensions: Adjustable width from 38.9” to 62.6”
Height Range: 26” to 51.6”
Weight Capacity: 540 lbs static, 440 lbs lifting
Adjustment Mechanism: Dual-motor lift system
Material: Industrial-grade steel frame, various desktop options (solid wood, bamboo, chipboard)
Additional Features: Programmable height presets, anti-collision system, USB charging port
Flexispot utilizes industrial-grade steel for the frame of their E7 Plus, offering impeccable stability and durability, even when extended at max height. I could ride this desk up and down while holding my children without fear of failure, wobble, or collapse. These tables are also quite durable. Yes, because I am incredibly obsessive about my gear, I use a coaster for nearly every drink I have; however, the few times my *ahem* children have left drinks on my desk without my knowledge, I could wipe off any condensation rings without any damage.
Flexispot offers a range of desktop sizes and materials for the E7 Plus. The desktop options include solid wood, bamboo, and chipboard, all catering to different preferences and budgets. Flexispot also offers black or white legs to help aesthetically match your space.
The four-leg support system ensures stability, even with heavy loads and during height adjustments. The optional cable management system effectively keeps your workspace neat and organized. This cable tray also helps tuck cables away so that there are fewer wires hanging down when standing.
Flexispot E7 Plus: In use
Using the E7 Plus has been excellent. I've had this at my primary workstation, utilizing this portion for monitor testing, laptop testing, peripheral testing, and so on for a few months now. Jumping from sitting to standing is a breeze. The dual-motor system makes height adjustments smooth, quiet, and quick. Flexispot notes that these adjustments are made at under 50dB, which is quiet overall. The desk remains stable at all heights, preventing wobbling during typing or other activities. I can place a new monitor for testing on the desk and move it around without worrying about something else wobbling and falling off. I can also type fairly aggressively without noticing any monitor or desk wiggle.
The E7 Plus is equipped with Flexispot's Premier Keypad, which features four memory presets that allow effortless switching between sitting and standing positions. The presets are super helpful for multiple users, but even with it being my desk in my office, I have found use for all four presets pretty quickly. I have a seated height, a standing height, and a max height, so I can plug in the new gear and adjust the cables more efficiently, and I have another height that is perfect for taking photos of the gear I am testing at that time.
The Premier Keypad also includes a built-in USB-A charging port. Though it is relatively slow charging, the convenience of having that port up front and hidden in plain sight is excellent. I frequently use this to top off keyboards or mice, to charge a camera light, or something with a smaller battery and wattage demand.
The desk’s high weight capacity supports my full desk setup with my Grovemade Desk Shelves, multiple monitors, a fleet of laptops, and other office equipment without compromising stability.
Flexispot E7 Plus: Final verdict
The Flexispot E7 Plus is an exceptional standing desk that takes what is fantastic and loved about the E7 and E7 Pro and hefts it up a bit. Its robust design and high weight capacity make it ideal for professionals who demand reliability and versatility from their workspace. Despite the higher price, the E7 Plus offers excellent value through its durability and comprehensive features, making it a top recommendation for anyone in need of a premium standing desk that can handle some weight.
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