{"id":72228,"date":"2021-05-23T02:15:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-23T02:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/?p=72228"},"modified":"2026-06-23T03:12:54","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T03:12:54","slug":"updown-desk-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/updown-desk-review\/","title":{"rendered":"UpDown Pro+ Desk Review: My Opinion After 5 Years Of Ownership"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 10<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n<p>My love affair with UpDown desks started five years ago. I was using an <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/artiss-standing-desk-review\/\">el cheapo Artiss<\/a> at the time &#8211; and was reasonably happy with it. But a gentleman from UpDown reached out, asking if I&#8217;d be interested in reviewing an UpDown Pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Little did I know that I&#8217;d rank it the <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/best-standing-desk-australia\/\">best standing desk in Australia<\/a> five years in a row.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But UpDown didn&#8217;t rest on its laurels. They upgraded the desk again last October, releasing the long-awaited Pro+ model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, I&#8217;ll give you several reasons to buy it &#8211; and several to look elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But you don&#8217;t need to read another generic review of the UpDown Pro+.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, I won&#8217;t dwell on features covered by other reviewers, which are, frankly, expected in the price segment that UpDown Pro+ competes in. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Anti<\/strong>-collision sensor.<\/li><li><strong>Dual<\/strong> motors.<\/li><li><strong>Child<\/strong> lock.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of covering this well-worn ground, I want to dig into more nuanced aspects of ownership and answer the real question &#8211; is the UpDown Pro+ worth your money?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-block-accordion\">\n    <details>\n        <summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">\n            Reasons To Buy And Avoid The UpDown Pro+.&nbsp;\n        <\/summary>\n        <div class=\"acf-do-dont-card-accordion\">\n            <div class=\"left\">\n                <div class=\"card-left\">\n                    <div class=\"title\">\n                        Reasons To Buy:&nbsp;\n                    <\/div>\n                    <ul>\n                        <li>100-day money back guarantee.<\/li><li>The most heavy-duty steel frame of all standing desks in Australia.<\/li><li>Desktops to suit most taste. You get budget, softwood and hardwood options.<\/li><li>Responsive, cluey customer support with a 4.9 star Google review rating.<\/li>                    <\/ul>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"right\">\n                <div class=\"card-right\">\n                    <div class=\"title\">\n                        Reasons To Avoid:&nbsp;\n                    <\/div>\n                    <ul>\n                        <li>Height range (61.5-127cm) might not be low enough if you&#8217;re shorter than 160cm.<\/li><li>75cm desktop depth might not fit small home offices.<\/li><li>Not cheap!<\/li>                    <\/ul>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-block-accordion\">\n    <details>\n        <summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">\n            Today&#8217;s Best Deals.&nbsp;\n        <\/summary>\n        <div class=\"gb-accordion-content\">\n            <p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {\"className\":\"reviewlist\"} --><\/p>\n<p id=\"9ecf31c0-ad4f-4fb5-8ead-f7a779677d43\" class=\"reviewlist\">\u27a4 UpDown: <a class=\"thirstylink\" title=\"UpDown Pro Desk\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/updown-pro-desk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noindex noopener\">Get Up To $250 Off Desks Plus Free Integrated Cable Tray<\/a>.<\/p>\n&nbsp;\n        <\/div>\n    <\/details>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:41px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5 Things I Love About the UpDown Pro+.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s a lot to like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from the <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"UpDown Pro Desk\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/updown-pro-desk\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">100-day, money-back guarantee<\/a> that covers your investment, the UpDown Pro+ has several features that I find very enticing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-1-1024x696.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-115022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-1-1024x696.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-1-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-1-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-1.jpg 1450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Above: My UpDown Pro+ series with a 150cm New Messmate desktop. Plenty of space for two laptops side-by-side.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Build Quality Of The Frame.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first thing you notice about the <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"UpDown Pro Desk\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/updown-pro-desk\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">UpDown Pro+ standing desk<\/a> is how reassuringly heavy and solid its metal frame is. This is a welcome change in 2026, when most furniture seems flimsy and disposable Ikea-grade stuff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>I knew UpDown was a premium brand, but I didn&#8217;t expect the desk to be so well-built. <\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The frame feels as bulletproof as the steel bullbar bolted to the front of my 4WD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-1-1024x696.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-115031\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-1-1024x696.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-1-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-1-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-1.jpg 1450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Above: <em><em>Open the cardboard box<\/em><\/em>es, and you&#8217;ll be greeted by solid steel beams and satisfyingly chunky leg<\/em>s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of this chunky frame, the desk has a low centre of gravity, which helps it remain very sturdy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For most people, the standing height of the desk would be roughly 90-100cm. At that height, the desk has almost zero front-back and side-to-side wobble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;m unusually tall (200cm), and set my desk to 115cm when standing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At this height, deliberately pushing the desk around induces noticeable wobble. But to be fair &#8211; every standing desk performs the same or worse at this elevation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Important!<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">In my experience, even the best standing desks wobble a little when fully extended. You can&#8217;t cheat physics &#8211; the telescopic arms need tiny tolerance gaps between them to move without jamming.  The further you extend the sections, the larger the angle differential between them becomes.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Gorgeous Hardwood Desktops.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;m a big fan of modern wood furniture and have a long history of buying hardwood dining tables for my homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aesthetics aside, I don&#8217;t love standing desks made from cheap particle board &#8211; because I clamp a lot of equipment to my desktop and don&#8217;t want to worry about things breaking, sagging or creating indents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-2-1024x696.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-115024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-2-1024x696.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-2-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-2-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-review-2.jpg 1450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Above: The New Messmate desktop showing streaks of morning sun. The naturally occurring wood knots create a striking pattern.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"UpDown Pro Desk\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/updown-pro-desk\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">UpDown Pro+ standing desk<\/a> is optioned with a New Messmate desktop, so this is the only one I can speak about from first-hand experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>I love how solid it feels under my hands while its natural colour imperfections create a dramatic pattern full of character.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If New Messmate wasn&#8217;t available, I&#8217;d choose one of the other hardwoods. If I had a tight budget, I&#8217;d go with the understated style of black melamine or bamboo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Want to see what a black melamine desktop looks like? Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/omnidesk-ascent-standing-desk-review\/\">my review of the Omnidesk Ascent<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading to see my top 5 hardwood picks in the UpDown Pro+ range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Bulletproof Electronics.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After hearing horror stories of cheap standing desks seizing halfway due to motor failure, I&#8217;m happy to report that no such gremlins exist in the UpDown Pro+.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that Simpsons episode where Homer discovers an electronic bed?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"width:100%;height:0;padding-bottom:75%;position:relative;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/embed\/3o6MbrQuFfaTAbKSaY\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" style=\"position:absolute\" frameborder=\"0\" class=\"giphy-embed\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This pretty much sums up my experience with the UpDown Pro+. I raise and lower it a few times daily, and it&#8217;s never missed a beat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Admittedly, the 40mm\/sec speed is on the lower end of the 40-60mm\/sec range you&#8217;ll get with competitors, like Omnidesk and Stand Desk (<a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/stand-desk-review\/\">read my full review of Stand Desk<\/a>), but that is one of the least consequential &#8220;issues&#8221; you can nitpick at.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a standing desk, not a racing car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Four memory presets are surprisingly useful (but, to be fair, tend to be standard on most desks &#8211; except the cheapest ones). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I use all of them and have programmed them like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>1<\/strong>:<strong> Ergonomic seated position<\/strong> (wrists are parallel with the desk).<\/li><li><strong>2<\/strong>: <strong>Meetings<\/strong> \/ pondering \/ management mode.<\/li><li><strong>3<\/strong>: <strong>Ergonomic standing position<\/strong> (wrists are parallel with the desk).<\/li><li><strong>4<\/strong>: <strong>Max height<\/strong> (leaning an elbow into the desk).<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The motors make a satisfying whirring noise as the desk operates, but the sound is neither harsh nor intrusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. 100-Day Money-Back Guarantee.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can physically inspect an UpDown desk before buying in either Dee Why (Sydney) or Hawthorn (Melbourne).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If that&#8217;s not convenient, you can buy one sight unseen, knowing that the company will let you return the desk within 100 days of purchase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll get your money back, but will have to pay $49.90 for return postage. And you won&#8217;t get the $49.90 you paid for original delivery, either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Important!<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">UpDown will arrange to pick up your desk from your home. You won&#8217;t have to lug it to the post office.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Integrated Power Boards.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hallelujah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UpDown Pro+ finally has an integrated cable management tray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-standing-desk-cable-management-tray-2-1024x696.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-115045\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-standing-desk-cable-management-tray-2-1024x696.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-standing-desk-cable-management-tray-2-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-standing-desk-cable-management-tray-2-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-standing-desk-cable-management-tray-2.jpg 1450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Above: The integrated power tray hinges on the rear for easy access, and will hold up to two 4-socket power boards. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;ve been following my standing desk reviews, you know that I&#8217;ve consistently criticised the brand for its so-so cable management system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>Previously, you were limited to a $49 cable tray that struggled to fit large Apple laptop power bricks. <\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But now, your UpDown Pro+ can be specced with a superior hinged model with up to 8 external-facing power outlets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is excellent, as it allows you to plug peripherals in and out on the fly, without having to climb under the desk and rummage through the cable channel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">You can&#8217;t simply jam any power board from Bunnings into the tray. It&#8217;s only compatible with UpDown-sourced boards, which cost $59 for a single and $129 for a double.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. New Height Controller Is World-Class.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used to complain about the Pro&#8217;s height controller. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it did its job, it looked dated compared with larger, clearer OLED-display-equipped controllers from Desky and Omnidesk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alhamdulillah (have you had enough of my religious quips yet?), the Pro+&#8217;s most significant upgrade is its height controller. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/updown-pro-desk-1024x626.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-120223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/updown-pro-desk-1024x626.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/updown-pro-desk-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/updown-pro-desk-768x469.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/updown-pro-desk.jpg 1450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Above: The new height controller is excellent. Tapered edges make it less likely to damage your chair (or thigh)<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You now get a snazzy OLED screen and a USB-C port as standard, plus a snooze button that reminds you to stand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2 Things I Don&#8217;t Like About The UpDown Desk.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While I mostly love the <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"UpDown Pro Desk\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/updown-pro-desk\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">UpDown Pro+ sit-stand desk<\/a>, five years of solid use have highlighted a few opportunities for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Can Be Too Large (Or Not Go Low Enough).<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UpDown Pro+&#8217;s height range spans 61.5-127cm, which will suit 95% of the Australian population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, some desks (e.g., Omnidesk and Desky) go as low as 60cm, making them more suited to short bodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-2-1024x696.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-115047\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-2-1024x696.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-2-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-2-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/updown-pro-standing-desk-2.jpg 1450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Above: The UpDown Pro+ showing off its undercarriage at full extension. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">If you&#8217;re shorter than 160cm, double-check that UpDown&#8217;s 61.5cm minimum height works for you. Measure it out, sit in your office chair and check that your forearms and thighs are parallel to the ground.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The fixed 75cm desktop depth can also be a sticking point if you live in a tiny apartment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While UpDown offers three desktop widths (120, 150 and 180 cm), you&#8217;re stuck with only one depth choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">Check whether the desktop depth is right for your space by measuring the exact dimensions on the ground. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. It&#8217;s Not Cheap!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The cheapest UpDown Pro+ is a Melamine desktop version, which will set you back $799 for a 120cm wide model, or $849 for the 150cm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>This is on par with premium competitors like Desky, Omnidesk and Stand Desk. <\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a dual-motor, premium standing desk from a reputable Australian company, covered by a superb warranty, this is the amount of dough you&#8217;ll need to cough up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You do get what you pay for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you can&#8217;t stretch the budget, consider that a <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/artiss-standing-desk-review\/\">budget-oriented Artiss<\/a> I mentioned at the start is almost 3 times cheaper!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, the Artiss has a terrible 1-year warranty, a rubbery MDF desktop and a thinner frame with a single cross-member. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But you know what? It also doesn&#8217;t wobble, and also goes up and down. I owned one for a couple of years, and it never missed a beat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Does UpDown Pro+ Compare Against Other Desks?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The marketplace is getting crowded, giving you, the consumer, many choices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve written a comprehensive review of the best standing desks in Australia that you may want to delve into when you have 20+ minutes to spare, but for the moment, let&#8217;s do a rapid 5-minute analysis of how the Updown Pro+ stacks up against the competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>UpDown Desk vs <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Desky Standing Desk\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/desky-standing-desk\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Desky<\/a>.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Desky is a fantastic Aussie company that sells top-quality standing desks. They offer a wide range of wood colours and desktop sizes similar to UpDown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Desky frames weigh about 5kg less<\/strong>, suggesting they don&#8217;t use as much metal in their construction.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Desky&#8217;s range of accessories and desktops is slightly better than UpDown&#8217;s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>While Desky doesn&#8217;t offer money-back guarantees<\/strong>, it&#8217;s rapidly expanding its network of stockists across Australia, so you can see and touch its desks before you buy one.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With 4 locations in Queensland, 4 in NSW and 1 in Victoria, there&#8217;s a decent chance that there&#8217;s a Desky retailer near you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>UpDown Desk vs <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/artiss-standing-desk-review\/\"><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Artiss Standing Desk | Dual Motor\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/artiss-standing-desk-dual-motor\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Artiss<\/a><\/a>.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/artiss-standing-desk-review\/\">Artiss&#8217; main selling point is its affordability.<\/a> You can pick one up for about $300.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, they are nowhere near as well-made as UpDown Pro+ desks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>With a weight rating of 100 kg<\/strong> (vs UpDown&#8217;s 160 kg), the Artiss will probably do an excellent job for a few years, then end up at the rubbish tip. <\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>The UpDown Pro<\/strong>+, meanwhile, will be a desk you buy for life.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Artiss&#8217; colour choices are pretty old-school, too. You get a light and a dark colour option; the light reminds me of inexpensive school furniture, while the dark one has &#8220;old man&#8221; vibes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To sum up, it&#8217;s a practical standing desk for practical people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You won&#8217;t be very excited by it, but it won&#8217;t blow the budget and will probably last for some time &#8211; as long as you don&#8217;t push it too hard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>UpDownn Desk vs <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"StandDesk\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/standdesk\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Stand Desk<\/a>.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A relative newcomer to the Australian market, Stand Desk offers a few unique features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, its desktop includes a built-in wireless charger, so you have one less cable cluttering your workspace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a strong focus on sustainability, the brand only offers Bamboo desktops in 3 colours and a few hardwood options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About The UpDown Desk.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some questions you&#8217;re probably asking yourself. Hopefully, I can provide the answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is The Warranty Like?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The UpDown Pro+ comes with a 10-year warranty on the frame and 5 years on the desktop. This is one of the best warranties in the business, and it shows that UpDown is confident in the quality of its products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does The Desktop Scratch Easily?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not easily, but you will notice minor wear if you don&#8217;t use a desktop mat. I purchased mine from <a href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/desk-pad-wool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Minimalist Desk Setups<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from preventing scratches, it elevates the desktop&#8217;s appearance by creating a central focal point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is The UpDown Desk Easy To Assemble?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. The desk comes with clear instructions and all the necessary hardware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will, however, need to supply your own Philips head screwdriver. Furthermore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>If you&#8217;ve never assembled a standing desk before<\/strong>, expect the process to take longer than the 20-30 minute stated estimate from UpDown. <\/li><li><strong>I&#8217;ve assembled about a dozen standing desks<\/strong> in my home office by now, and every time the process takes about 1 hour.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are The Accessories Like?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UpDown offers quite a few accessories that you can use to build an ergonomic, comfortable and practical home office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a bare minimum, I recommend that you purchase:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>Anti<\/strong>-fatigue mat ($99)<\/li><li><strong>Metal<\/strong> drawer ($149)<\/li><li><strong>Cable<\/strong> holes and grommets ($84)<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I noticed that UpDown includes some at no extra charge during certain promotions; if you see one, jump on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-tip-block tip-wrapper\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-12\"><div class=\"card-wrapper\"><div class=\"card-title\"><div class=\"icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 14.33a5 5 0 1 1 5 0v4.17h-5v-4.17Zm4.25-1.3-.75.44V17H9v-3.53l-.75-.44a3.5 3.5 0 1 1 3.5 0Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><path d=\"M9.25 1v2h1.5V1h-1.5ZM5.53 4.47l-1.5-1.5-1.06 1.06 1.5 1.5 1.06-1.06ZM15.53 5.53l1.5-1.5-1.06-1.06-1.5 1.5 1.06 1.06ZM1 10.75h2v-1.5H1v1.5ZM17 10.75h2v-1.5h-2v1.5Z\" fill=\"#656E83\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><h3 placeholder=\"Tip Title Goes Here\">Expert Tip.<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"card-content\"><p placeholder=\"Tip Content Goes Here\">A lot of aftermarket accessories are available beyond the UpDown ecosystem. Search for &#8220;standing desk accessories&#8221; on Amazon and watch your money disappear \ud83d\ude42<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is The Customer Service Like?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I haven&#8217;t needed to use UpDown&#8217;s customer service for anything, but a friend bought two desks and reported that their customer service team was outstanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He accidentally ordered a desktop of the wrong size, and UpDown quickly came to the party to help him resolve the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which Size Of Desktop Is Right For You?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The UpDown Pro+ is available in 3 sizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>120<\/strong> X 75cm.<\/li><li><strong>150<\/strong> X 75cm.<\/li><li><strong>180<\/strong> X 75cm.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that the depth of the desk remains the same, regardless of size. Only the width changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My desk is the mid-size option, at 150cm in width. It&#8217;s ideal for home office setups with a dedicated mid-size room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>If your room is compact<\/strong>, opt for a 120 X 75 cm option.<\/li><li><strong>If you plan to run a lot of gear<\/strong> &#8211; e.g., a couple of monitors and multiple hard drives &#8211; choose the larger 180 X 75 cm option instead.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which Desktop Colour Is Best?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s no secret that I&#8217;m a hardwood tragic. If I had to choose my top 5 wood choices and rank them in order of preference, I&#8217;d pick:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"arrow-wrapper\"><div class=\"arrow-list\"><ul><li><strong>New Messmate <\/strong>(gorgeous, modern, clean, dramatic).<\/li><li><strong>Recycled Messmate<\/strong> (less clean, even more dramatic).<\/li><li><strong>Pheasantwood<\/strong> (the most dramatic, with hipster vibes).<\/li><li><strong>Victorian Ash<\/strong> (very clean, very little drama).<\/li><li><strong>Acacia<\/strong> (cool parquetry-like pattern).<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are UpDown Pro+ Desks Sustainable?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mostly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"indent-wrapper\"><div class=\"indented-text\"><span>Some desktop options are more eco-friendly than others, so you can choose one that&#8217;s most aligned with your values.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Recycled Messmate, for example, is made from reclaimed hardwood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s also cool to think that a bit of Australian heritage may be built into your home office. What if your desktop contains a chunk of the old MCG or an ancient railway sleeper?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, Rubberwood is gathered near the end of its life, making it a 100% eco-friendly option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts About The UpDown Pro+.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While a motivated reviewer will find some perceived flaws in almost any product, you have to be very picky to find a reason not to use the <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"UpDown Pro Desk\" href=\"https:\/\/arielle.com.au\/recommends\/updown-pro-desk\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">UpDown Pro+ standing desk<\/a> as the foundation of your home office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It does everything that matters right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A strong build, gorgeous wood choices, and solid electronics make this the last standing desk you&#8217;ll need to buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Steven<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 10<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>My love affair with UpDown desks started five years ago. 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