Working from home more? Or do you have teenagers needing more study space - and the dining table will no longer do? Whether you need a compact desk to fit into a small corner or a heavy duty workspace that can handle several monitors at once, we've got a range of recommendations for you.
Whatever your style, needs or space demands we have a desk for you!
Don't have space for a desk, or only work from home occasionally? Check out our choice of the best folding desks
Best desks for working from home
Redstone Computer Desk 3 Drawers 3 Shelves
Ideal for a study or a bedroom, this sturdy traditional office desk has gone all-in on storage, with three drawers and three shelves to fill with books, files and anything else you need within easy reach while you work.
Easy to assemble, it is also an affordable and functional choice for those on a budget and is available in black, white or wood effect. It should easily serve all your family needs - whether it be needing a desk for working from home or study space - or even writing that novel you've promised yourself! A whopping 70% of Amazon purchasers scored it five stars and it has an overall rating of 4.5 stars.
Dunphy Desk
We love this slimline, yet very functional desk that hides a workstation within an A-frame bookcase ladder - ingenious! Combining style, practicality and storage it is perfect for a study, bedroom or living space and can fit into many awkward spaces, and could be perfect for a cloffice. It comes in black, oak or white so can complement many different colour schemes.
Vasagle Writing Desk
Reinforced with steel struts to make it particularly stable, this industrial designed desk is an affordable choice that will give you a stylish space to study or work. With a desktop capacity of 50kgs on its 100cm surface, it’s large enough to work on, while also remaining small enough to fit into a compact corner. With its warm finish and black, steel frame, it’s ideal for a rustic styled home or those liking the industrial look.
A huge 80% of Amazon purchasers gave it the maximum five stars while its average score is an impressive 4.7 stars.
Corner L Shaped Desk
If you’re trying to manage a large computer set-up in a small space, this might be the best option for you.
Designed for corner areas, this desk sits along two walls, with a curved gap at the back for convenient and tidy access to cables. Due to the L shape there’s plenty of space for multiple monitors and any other technical equipment you might need. It has a unique arc-shaped frame made from strong steel to ensure maximum stability, and a height of 75cm which means there’s plenty of leg room.
Nearly three-quarters of Amazon purchasers (73 per cent) gave it five stars and it has an overall average score of 5.5 stars.
Fulton Pine Effect Desk
Combining style with practicality this contemporary desk will make a statement in any room. Its clean and simple design hosts a very useful shelf and a drawer, so you can keep your office clutter out of sight. The desk is made from durable materials with a metal tube base and is 81.5cm high with a width of 110cm and a depth of 50cm.
Fitueyes Standing Desk Converter
Suffer from neck or back pain from years crouched over a desk? The standing desk may be the solution and help ease those aching muscles for good
With the option to adjust the desktop height from 11 to 50cm, you can alternate between sitting and standing throughout the day. This item boasts an easy to handle gas sprint system while allowing you to adjust the desk with ease, with non-slip rubber feet that provide greater stability, keeping the desk firmly on the floor. It’s waterproof, scratch resistant and easy to clean, with a phone holder slot to keep your workspace free from clutter and distractions.
John Lewis & Partners Loft Desk
A desk where modern meets traditional. Inspired by the shape of the classic antique bureau, this contemporary desk has a slide-out shelf to accommodate a laptop, a draw for important paperwork and a cable hole at the back to keep your laptop wires out of the way, as well as plenty of shelving. It is available in grey or white.
Vasagle Mobile Computer Desk
If you’re someone who likes to change up their view while working, this desk on wheels could work for you.
With two universal castors attached to its legs for ease of movement, it also has two brakes so you can ensure you’re completely still when you’re ready to work. You’ll be able to work in a variety of spaces thanks to the streamline design, but there’s still plenty of room to hold your laptop or monitor, with bottom shelf space for a tower or printer, and a separate tray for the keyboard. Made from powder-coated steel tubes the desk can support 30kg of weight on its top, and has a wear-resistant melamine veneer which means it’s easy to clean with just a damp cloth.