Secretlab Magnus Pro vs MOTIONGREY Ergo2 Electric Standing Desk

The Secretlab Magnus Pro is the sturdier, more integrated desk. Its steel build, 265 lb load rating, built-in power column and full-length cable tray are a step above the MotionGrey Ergo2, which uses an MDF top on a steel frame and tops out at 100 lb. Owners praise the Magnus Pro's cable management and stability at standing height; the Ergo2 is a simpler, lighter desk that does the basic sit-to-stand job. Buy the Magnus Pro if you run a monitor arm, a desktop PC and lots of cables. Buy the Ergo2 if you want a plain electric desk and don't need the extras.

• Choose the Secretlab Magnus Pro if you want a heavy-duty steel desk with integrated power, serious cable management and a high load rating for monitors and desktop gear.
• Choose the MOTIONGREY Ergo2 if you want a straightforward electric standing desk with a smaller footprint and don't need built-in power or a full cable tray.