Is the Bekant worth it?

Yes, if you want a sturdy, plain desk at a low price. It is not a sit-stand desk, so look elsewhere if you need to work standing.

Can I stand and work at the Bekant?

No. The maximum height is 33½ inches, which is a seated desk height. For standing work you need a sit-stand model.

How much weight can it hold?

Up to 220 lb 7 oz. That covers a monitor, desktop tower, printer and normal desk clutter.

What are the dimensions?

The top is 47¼ inches wide and 31½ inches deep. Height adjusts from 25⅝ to 33½ inches.

Does it come with cable management?

Yes. A cable management net mounts under the desk to hold wires and power bricks.

Is assembly difficult?

Assembly is required and takes most people under an hour with the included fittings. Two people make attaching the frame to the top easier.

IKEA Bekant Desk

Last price we saw

$389.99last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the IKEA Bekant Desk

The IKEA Bekant is a rectangular desk with a melamine-foil particleboard top and a steel and aluminum frame. Its height adjusts from 25⅝ to 33½ inches, and it holds up to 220 lb 7 oz. The 47¼ by 31½ inch top gives room for a monitor, laptop and papers, and a cable management net hangs underneath. It is a plain, sturdy work desk rather than a sit-stand desk, since the adjustment range is set by hand and tops out at 33½ inches.

Best forHome office and study setupsBuyers who want a simple, sturdy desk at a low priceSmall rooms where a 47-inch-wide desk fitsAnyone who wants basic cable management built in

Pros

Height adjusts from 25⅝ to 33½ inches to suit different chairs and users
Holds up to 220 lb 7 oz, enough for a monitor, desktop PC and accessories
Cable management net keeps power bricks and wires off the floor
Stain-resistant melamine top wipes clean
Steel and aluminum frame feels solid for the price

Cons

IKEA Bekant Desk price history

Lowest price we've seen: $389.99 on Nov 2. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 2.

What reviewers say

Owners generally describe the Bekant as a solid, no-frills desk that is easy to assemble and stable for normal office use. Complaints tend to focus on the particleboard top and the limited height range.

Pros

Stable frame with little wobble at normal typing height
Straightforward assembly
Clean, simple look that fits most rooms
Cable net is genuinely useful

Cons

Top can be damaged by moisture or knocks
Height adjustment is manual and limited
Cable net sags and can be awkward to reach

Specifications

Height: 25⅝ in - 33½ in (Adjustable)

Questions and answers

Is the Bekant worth it?: Yes, if you want a sturdy, plain desk at a low price. It is not a sit-stand desk, so look elsewhere if you need to work standing.
Can I stand and work at the Bekant?: No. The maximum height is 33½ inches, which is a seated desk height. For standing work you need a sit-stand model.
How much weight can it hold?: Up to 220 lb 7 oz. That covers a monitor, desktop tower, printer and normal desk clutter.
What are the dimensions?: The top is 47¼ inches wide and 31½ inches deep. Height adjusts from 25⅝ to 33½ inches.
Does it come with cable management?: Yes. A cable management net mounts under the desk to hold wires and power bricks.
Is assembly difficult?: Assembly is required and takes most people under an hour with the included fittings. Two people make attaching the frame to the top easier.