varidesk basic 30 in black raised on top of existing desk
varidesk basic 30 in black lowered on top of existing desk
overhead view of the varidesk basic 30 in black
varidesk basic 30 in black with single monitor
varidesk basic 30 in black is twenty-four inches deep and the keyboard tray is just over fifteen inches deep
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VariDesk® Essential 30

Elevate your at-home productivity
Item No. 401623
$279.99
Select Finish: Black
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  • Delivered fully assembled
  • Two-tier design with lower keyboard deck
  • Weighted base for stability
  • Spring-assisted rowing lift
  • Formerly the VariDesk® Basic 30
  • 30" wide

 


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Designed to be budget-friendly and sleek, the Essential Collection makes it easy to create a comfortable home workspace.


  • Perfect for the home office
  • Sturdy, stable construction
  • Easy to move and manage
  • Simple, lightweight design
  • Budget-friendly and stylish

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Product Overview
Great for the Home Office

Durable laminate finish prevents scratches from everyday use.

Overhead view of desk riser on static height desk in office setting
Desk converter lowered to sitting position with a sinle monitor arm mounted on it in an office setting
Stable at Any Height

A weighted base means your VariDesk desktop converter will be stable and steady at any height, sitting or standing.

The Essential Collection

Designed to be budget-friendly and sleek, the Essential Collection makes it easy to create a comfortable home workspace.

Essential Collection

Budget-friendly for home use

Everyday features

Slim, lightweight design

Standard Vari Products

Perfect for home or office use

Premium features and size options

Eligible for professional installation on commercial projects

The Vari Advantage

Every time you buy a Vari product, you get quality, convenience, and a risk-free purchase you can feel good about.
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Specs
Dimension image shows the base of the desk riser is 24 inches deep
Dimension image shows that the desk riser is a total of 37 inches deep
Dimension image that shows the base of the converter is twenty-four inches wide
Dimension image shows that the base of the desk riser is 30 inches wide

Product Documentation

VariDesk® Essential 30 Spec Sheet

Download the spec sheet to get full details on size, weight capacity, finishes, maintenance, and more.

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Installation and Instructions
Features

Features

Desk riser raised to max height with a focus on the weighted base of the converter

11 Height Settings

Find what height fits you with one of 11 adjustable height settings.

Converter raised on desk in office, keyboard tray holds mouse and keyboard

Spring-Assisted Lift

We've made it easy to adjust your desktop throughout the day with a spring-assisted lift feature.

Individual raising desk converter to raised position

Dual-Handle Design

Raise or lower your desktop with ease due to a dual-handle design.

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VariDesk® Essential 30
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VariDesk® Essential 30
$279.99
  • For one monitor
  • Affordable sit-stand converter
VariDesk® Essential Vertical Lift 30
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VariDesk® Essential Vertical Lift 30
$229.99
  • For one monitor
  • Pneumatic gas spring vertical lift
VariDesk® Essential 36
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VariDesk® Essential 36
$339.99
  • For one monitor
  • Affordable sit-stand converter
VariDesk® Pro Plus™ 30
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VariDesk® Pro Plus™ 30
$369.00
  • For one monitor
  • Lifetime Warranty
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Product Details
Lift Mechanism
Manual
Manual
Manual
Manual
Lift Type
Rowing Lift
Straight Up Lift
Rowing Lift
Rowing Lift
Keyboard Tray
Posture Curve
Laptop Cutout
Monitor Mount
Compatible
Compatible
Compatible
Compatible
Specifications
Dimensions
5" (H) x 30" (W) x 27" (D)
7.28"(H) x 19.76"(W) x 32.68"(D)
4.5" (H) x 36" (W) x 27" (D)
4.5"(H) x 30"(W) x 29.75"(D)
Size
30"
30"
36"
30"
Product Weight
42.56lb
26.02lb
53.32lb
46.39lb
Weight Capacity
25lb
25lb
25lb
35lb
Vari Converter Width
30"
30"
36"
30"
Desk Max Height
17.75"
19.5"
17.5"
17.5"
Necessary Desk Depth
25.75"
18"
25.75"
25.75"
Vari Difference
Assembly
No Assembly
Minimal Assembly Required
No Assembly
No Assembly
Certifications
GreenGuard,GreenGuard Gold
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GreenGuard,GreenGuard Gold
GreenGuard,GreenGuard Gold
Warranty
3 year
3 year
3 year
Lifetime
Free Shipping
Free Returns

Overall rating: 4.7683616 / 5 from 177 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The VariDesk® Essential 30 is praised for its excellent quality and ease of use, as it requires no assembly and is easy to lift and lower.

Summary topics

  • Product Quality (8%): Customers keep praising the excellent quality of the product, which is mentioned multiple times in the reviews.
  • Ease of Assembly (4%): It was highlighted by customers that there was no assembly required for the product, which is easy to lift up and lower.

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Review highlights

  • "Sturdy and great quality materials" — Karina S.
  • "Great quality, great delivery" — Edward H.
  • "Easy to raise and lower, and I was thrilled that there was no assembly involved in setting it up." — Claire C.

Reviews

I've been contemplating getting a

"I've been contemplating getting a standing desk converter for over a year, and I'm BEYOND glad I finally did! Within 2 days of using, I immediately felt more present and active knowing I could stand and stretch my back. Absolutely love the design, quality, and efficiency of this incredible product! I would give it 10 stars if I could! So easy to pull out of the box and begin using! Making the academic year SO much more enjoyable, and I've received several comments already!"

— Taylor M. (5/5)

Sturdy and nicely adjustable. If

"Sturdy and nicely adjustable. If you a wide unit. , this is it."

— Douglas D. (5/5)

It’s rock solid…. But not

"It’s rock solid…. But not made to be portable. That was my hope when I bought it"

— Donald P. (3/5)

What a great product! A

"What a great product! A little heavy to get out of the packing, but once up, it was perfect! The variable heights work well as my wife is 5' and I'm 6'1" Very pleased as it met all our needs"

— Dennis F. (5/5)

Easy to set up and

"Easy to set up and use right out of the box. Has helped w/my neck and shoulder issues. I find myself standing as much or more than sitting at my desk now."

— Michelle K. (5/5)

I am very happy with

"I am very happy with this product. It is very well made with no plastic parts. All wood and metal. Very solid and heavy duty. Adjustable heights is amazing. Getting out of the chair and standing up while working has been great adjustment. Highly recommend."

— Terry M. (5/5)

I love it! I just

"I love it! I just opened the box and set it on my desk. Super stable and spacious."

— Chi L. (5/5)

Excellent quality

"Excellent quality"

— Clinton W. (5/5)

Well buillt but has a

"Well buillt but has a slight lateral sway when fully extended. overall a good product."

— John D. (4/5)

Love your products! Quality over

"Love your products! Quality over quantity! Truly lasts a long time! This is our 4th one!"

— Bill A. (5/5)

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