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IKEA TROTTEN Desk sit/stand

IKEA TROTTEN Desk sit/stand

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$159.99at IKEAChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $159.99 at IKEA on Nov 9.
  • Our take on the IKEA TROTTEN Desk sit/stand

    The TROTTEN is IKEA's manual-crank sit/stand desk: a steel frame with a melamine-faced particleboard top, adjusted by hand rather than a motor. It holds up to 50 kg and comes in a 120 cm width with a deep 80 cm work surface. It suits shoppers who want standing breaks without paying for an electric frame, and who don't mind cranking. Against motorized rivals it is simpler and quieter to live with long-term, but slower to adjust and it has no memory presets or outlets.

    Best forBudget-conscious home office usersPeople who stand a few times a day, not constantlySmall rooms needing a deep but compact deskBuyers who prefer no motors or electronics
    Pros
    • Manual crank needs no power and has nothing electronic to fail
    • Deep 80 cm top fits a monitor plus keyboard comfortably
    • Steel frame with a 50 kg capacity
    • Side hooks keep a bag or headphones off the desktop
    • Simple, repairable construction with widely available parts
    Cons
    • Cranking is slow and awkward compared with a motor
    • No height presets or memory
    • Particleboard top can swell if water sits on it
    • Assembly is required and takes time
    • No cable management tray or power outlet built in

    IKEA TROTTEN Desk sit/stand prices at every store

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      $159.99+ $159.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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    IKEA TROTTEN Desk sit/stand price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $159.99 on Nov 9 at IKEA. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

    What reviewers say

    Owners generally see the TROTTEN as a solid, no-frills standing desk that does the job for the money. The crank and the plain top draw the most complaints, while the stability and deep surface get the most praise.

    What people mention
    • Crank adjustmentMixedOwners say the manual crank works reliably but is slow and tiring if you switch positions often.
    • StabilityPraisedMost find the steel frame steady at sitting height and acceptable when raised.
    • Desktop surfaceCriticisedThe melamine top is described as easy to mark and vulnerable to moisture at the edges.
    • AssemblyMixedBuyers report a straightforward but lengthy build, better with two people.
    • Desktop depthPraisedThe 80 cm depth is called out as generous for a monitor and keyboard.

    Specifications

    Height Adjustment Method
    Manual crank
    Height
    75 cm
    Weight Capacity
    50 kg
    Width
    47 1/4 "
    Depth
    80 cm
    Length
    120 cm
    Maximum Height
    47 1/4 in
    Assembly Required

    Questions and answers

    How does the crank compare with an electric standing desk?
    It is slower and needs physical effort, but there is no motor, no power cable and nothing electronic to break. Electric desks adjust at a button press and often store height presets.
    How much weight can it hold?
    The frame is rated for 50 kg, enough for a monitor, laptop, lamp and normal desk clutter. Very heavy multi-monitor setups may be better on a sturdier electric frame.
    Does it wobble at standing height?
    Some owners notice movement when it is raised high and leaned on. Keeping the load centered and the frame properly tightened reduces it.
    Is assembly difficult?
    It is a flat-pack build with many screws and takes an hour or more. Two people make it easier, especially when flipping the frame.
    Does it have cable management or outlets?
    No. There are side hooks for a bag or headphones, but no power outlet, cable tray or drawer. Plan for your own cable ties or a tray.
    What size is the desktop?
    The top is 120 cm wide and 80 cm deep, a compact width with an unusually deep surface for one person.
    Where is the IKEA TROTTEN Desk sit/stand cheapest?
    At IKEA, for $159.99, as of our latest check.

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    Design Type
    Desk, Standing Desk
    Design Style
    Modern
    Shape
    Rectangular
    Power Outlet
    No
    Desktop Material
    Particleboard
    Desktop Finish
    Melamine foil
    Desktop Shape
    Rectangular
    Desktop Tilt Top
    No
    Storage Highlights
    With hooks
    Storage Type
    Hooks
    Storage Location
    On the sides of the table (hooks)
    For Laptop
    Yes
    Typical Users
    Right-handers, Left-handers
    Age Group
    ADULT
    Base Material
    Steel