There are hundreds of types of Monitor Arms on the market, why do you definitely need a Monitor Arm? Don’t you want to make your desktop more crowded?
The answer is yes and no.
Why? Of course you can do without a Monitor Arm, but what if the cost is your health ?
Have you ever sat in front of the computer for a long time and then want to get up and stretch? This is often because the screen is too low, causing us to stare at the screen with our necks stretched, shoulders hunched, and hunched over. In addition to causing pain in our necks, shoulders, and backs, it can also damage our spine and cervical vertebrae bit by bit.
Studies have pointed out that bowing your head for a long time may cause cervical dislocation and spinal stenosis, which may severely compress blood vessels or nerves and cause the brain to cut off the blood supply, leading to dizziness, hand numbness or neck pain.
In addition to physical pain, current research also points out that an uncomfortable working environment will weaken our enthusiasm and interest in work, which will have a negative impact on efficiency. The root cause of the above reasons may just be that you haven’t started using a Monitor Arm yet!
Find out at once why the price difference between "Monitor Arm" and "Monitor Arm" is as high as NT$4,000...
- Core function: Use the screen (support) stand to improve bad sitting posture
- How to choose a Monitor Arm?
- Is there a $0 Monitor Arm?
- Why is there a Monitor Arm costing nearly 4,000 yuan?
- Why a Monitor Arm isn't right for you?
- Monitor Arm vs. Monitor Arm
- Recommended situations when using a Monitor Arm
- in conclusion
Core function: Use the screen (support) stand to improve posture
How do you know your screen placement is correct? You should pay special attention to the following 3 points:
- When we look at the screen, our eyes should be about 5 to 7.5 centimeters below the top of the screen.
- The screen should be placed an arm's length from our eyes.
- Without deliberately adjusting the sitting posture, is the neck in a relaxed state? Is the sitting posture straight? Is it necessary to deliberately raise or lower the line of sight?
In addition, video conferencing software will be used frequently in the post-epidemic era. I believe you don’t want your colleagues to focus on your nostrils or the top of your head during a meeting. This is why, in addition to health considerations, you need a Monitor Arm to adjust the height (laughs).
How to choose a Monitor Arm?
We can choose a suitable screen frame based on the following 5 points:
#1 Highly Selective
Most Monitor Arms have a fixed height, so when purchasing, you must first confirm whether the line of sight can be naturally leveled after using the Monitor Arm. If this function is not achieved, the effect of maintaining an ergonomic and healthy sitting posture will be lost.
#2 Storage space
Generally, the size of the Monitor Arm will occupy 1/4 to 1/2 of the total area of the table, so storage space is very important at this time.
The most common thing that is stored under the screen is the keyboard. If the base of the Monitor Arm does not open on all sides, be sure to measure the width of the keyboard before purchasing to see if it can be placed perfectly under the Monitor Arm. In addition to storing the keyboard neatly when not in use, it also prevents a large amount of dust from accumulating.
Monitor Arms with drawer storage functions also require more attention. Although more drawers will intuitively provide more storage space, you must also consider whether the size of the drawers and the switch design make it easier to access items. It is very possible that even if the drawer function is added to obtain more storage space, it actually does not meet the usage requirements at all.
#3 Weight-bearing capacity and stability
The stability of the Monitor Arm is crucial. I think most people can't afford the regret of the screen falling due to the overload of the stand. Therefore, when choosing, pay attention to whether the foot base has an anti-slip design. In addition to improving stability, it can also slightly compensate for uneven desktops or prevent scratches on the desktop.
#4 Durability
The screen frame should be made of tough or thick material. Although the price may be slightly high, it is more cost-effective to invest in a certain quality product than to buy a cheap product with inferior materials, which is prone to collapse or needs to be replaced frequently.
#5 Other integrated extras
In addition to the above four points that need to be paid attention to, each person should weigh which Monitor Arm is more suitable for them based on their different needs: such as whether it matches the color and material of the screen and desktop, whether a drawer or USB Hub is needed, etc.
Is there a $ 0 Monitor Arm?
For items that you don’t want to spend money on but can heighten the screen, in addition to the common thick dictionaries and encyclopedias, shoe boxes made of stiff and solid materials are also a good choice.
However, the disadvantages of using a 0-yuan Monitor Arm are also very obvious. In addition to the unstable chassis and easy falling, you also don’t want to spend tens of thousands of yuan to buy a 4K e-sports screen, only to have colorful and miscellaneous books stacked underneath it, which is unsightly. You also have to worry about not being able to bear the weight of the screen every day. Or an earthquake causes a loose structure to collapse instantly. I saved money on the Monitor Arm, but lost tens of thousands of dollars on a new screen.
Especially for Taiwanese who live in an earthquake zone, using an unstable Monitor Arm is never a wise move. Of course, if your old square 1:1 screen is still alive, taking this opportunity to retire it is also a good choice. (laugh)
Why is there a Monitor Arm costing nearly 4,000 yuan?
The price difference of Monitor Arms ranges from 0 yuan to more than 4,000 yuan. Is the more expensive the better?
The tripod uses an aluminum extrusion process similar to that of the iMac, and it looks like a set with the screen.
Satechi Aluminum Monitor Stand Hub US$89.99 (approximately NT$2,500)
There are also Monitor Arms that feature multiple built-in USBs and wireless charging, providing convenient functions beyond the screen.
Vaydeer Wireless Charging Aluminum Monitor Stand Rise US$78.99 (approximately NT$2,200)
In the post-epidemic era, there are even high-priced Monitor Arms that feature ultraviolet sterilization and can easily clean keyboards and mice in 10 minutes, depending on the individual needs of consumers.
The FlexiSpot MonitorStand Workstation US$129.99 (approximately NT$3,600)
But must these noble Monitor Arms be good? We should return to our original intention and explore the core function of buying a Monitor Arm - adjusting posture.
Why a Monitor Arm isn't right for you?
From the above introduction, we can summarize some characteristics of the Monitor Arm, and through the following analysis and explanation, you can refer to it when purchasing, so as to avoid purchasing a Monitor Arm that may not meet your long-term use needs.
#1 Fixed height
The height of the Monitor Arm placed on the desktop is almost always fixed. In addition to accurately "guessing" whether the height of the Monitor Arm you purchase is appropriate before purchasing, once a new screen is replaced or different people use the computer, the height may not be the same. It was a perfect fit, but in the end the posture adjustment effect was not achieved. In addition, for people of different heights, when using a large screen, increasing the height will have negative effects.
#2 Taking up desktop space
Although there is storage space under the Monitor Arm, it still takes up most of the desktop space. And when your new keyboard cannot be placed under the original shelf, the office space on your desk will instantly shrink.
#3 Unnecessary extras
The high unit price of the Monitor Arm combines gorgeous functions such as USB Hub or wireless charging, but in terms of the evolution of the times, the USB interface is gradually shifting from Type-A to Type-C, and the transmission performance of 5G, WiFi-6, cloud files and Bluetooth They are also improving rapidly. Maybe a year later, the mainstream USB interface will be changed again, which means that a lot of money has been spent in exchange for a few useless holes in the screen frame.
From this, we judge that the Monitor Arm, in addition to meeting short-term needs, does not meet the needs of long-term use and equipment upgrades. What product can solve the screen height problem at once and be compatible with equipment upgrades for 10 years?
Monitor Arm VS.Monitor Arm
#1 The height can be adjusted arbitrarily
The key difference between a Monitor Arm and a Monitor Arm is that "the height can be adjusted arbitrarily." The air-pressure screen bracket clamped behind the table can support the screen to float and stay above the table, and can even be pulled and pushed forward, backward, left, and right, so that it can be adjusted to the most comfortable screen viewing position anytime and anywhere.
Even if the computer is shared by multiple users, it can easily fit each person's unique needs and is more maneuverable and more ergonomic than a Monitor Arm.
#2 Suitable for large screens or even TVs
The original mounts for screens above 27 inches occupy an astonishing amount of desktop space. Some monitor mounts may not be large enough to support the full load, resulting in a certain decline in stability.
#3 A tidier desktop
The Monitor Arm is fixed behind the table, and the arms are suspended behind the screen. That means no part of the table is wasted. You can place whatever you want and change the layout at any time without being restricted.
#4 Outpost to Highest Function
Almost all height-adjustable desks on the market cost more than 10,000 yuan. If you are not sure whether you are suitable for standing office, you can also choose a more affordable but freely adjustable Monitor Arm to experience first-hand the health effects of good sitting posture.
Recommended situations when using a Monitor Arm
Generally speaking, the Monitor Arm is more flexible and can not be eliminated as the equipment is upgraded. It has a higher CP value than the Monitor Arm. However, there are also the following situations that force you to reluctantly give up choosing the Monitor Arm:
#1 Use a specially shaped or overly thick table
When the table is too thick or there are obstacles on the edge of the table, the most convenient clamping table installation method of the screen bracket cannot be used. In addition, when using a commemorative antique table or glass table top, it is impossible to drill a hole with a diameter of 1 cm by yourself, and there will be no way to install it through perforations.
#2 There is a need for storage space
This is both an advantage and a disadvantage. People who prefer a tidy desktop will prefer more Monitor Arms, but some friends who want more storage tend to buy a Monitor Arm that already has drawers or storage space. It all depends on personal choice. In terms of freedom, the subtractively designed screen bracket still has the advantage.
#3 Price considerations
Generally, fixed-height Monitor Arms are cheaper than adjustable ones. However, if the service life is extended to 5 years, a simple Monitor Arm may not be able to keep up with future needs, thus incurring unnecessary costs.
#4 Consider the ease of installation
The Monitor Arm basically does not require any installation and can be used as soon as you buy it. However, when installing a Monitor Arm, you need to have some DIY skills. If you are interested in installing a Monitor Arm, you can refer to our product, VISION Monitor Arm Overview . If you fully understand the installation steps, it actually does not take more than 15 minutes. Time to assemble the ULTRARM Monitor Arm.
in conclusion
Based on the above analysis, we can clearly find that unless there are special circumstances, generally speaking, a Monitor Arm is a more ergonomic choice! In addition to judging which product is best for you based on your personal needs.
I hope the above article will be helpful to you when re-layout your computer desktop! We also hope that you will take immediate action after reading the introduction and invest in a computer environment that needs to be used for at least 8 hours a day to create a more comfortable and healthy working space.
