These MacBook Stands Will Spruce Up Your Desk

In order to work ably, your work area should be ergonomically comfortable. The idea is to optimize your work space, which helps to reduce discomfort during long periods of work, as well as increase productivity because of said reduced discomfort. This can come in multiple ways, from standing desks, to laptop stands, foot rests and even just proper posture. By keeping your body comfortable, you are able to work longer and more effectively.

The Good Housekeeping Wellness Lab consistently tests the best products, from standing desks to electric toothbrushes, and even weighted blankets. Anything that says it can improve your well-being needs to be vetted and tested by our team. A laptop stand allows you to place your laptop in a space that helps to keep your head neutrally positioned, so you don't have to look down or up — you can just look straight ahead. It's important to recognize that laptop stands are also meant to be used with an external keyboard and mouse, which helps to keep your body in proper position. We've worked with Nikki Weiner, OTD, OTR/L, AOEAS, CEAS II, Occupational Therapist & President of The Rising Workplace, to determine what to look for in a MacBook stand to boost your overall physical well-being.

Our top picks:

Continue to read below to see which MacBook Stands we liked the best, as well as why it is so important to have proper posture while working on your laptop.