Illustrative photoBest overall
Ergotron LX Desk Monitor Arm
~$180–$210 at time of writing
What we like
- Smooth one-finger adjustment
- Holds up to ~25 lb; 10-year warranty
Keep in mind
- Pricier than look-alikes
Illustrative photoWirecutter top pick
Herman Miller Jarvis Single Monitor Arm
Price varies see current price at the retailer
What we like
- Wirecutter's best monitor arm
Keep in mind
- WIRED's sample had quality issues
Illustrative photoBest for big monitors
Ergotron LX Pro Monitor Arm
~$199 at time of writing
What we like
- Up to 34 in and 22 lb (WIRED)
- 10-year warranty
Keep in mind
- Expensive
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Illustrative photoBest value
Amazon Basics Premium Single Monitor Stand (Ergotron-built)
~$60–$110 at time of writing
What we like
- Same mechanism family as Ergotron LX
- Wide clamp range
Keep in mind
- 1-year warranty
Illustrative photoBest budget
HUANUO Single Monitor Mount
~$30 at time of writing
What we like
- Cheapest decent gas-spring arm
Keep in mind
- Lower capacity (~17.6 lb)
Illustrative photoBest for two screens
VIVO Dual Monitor Desk Mount
~$40–$80 at time of writing
What we like
- Two arms for less than one premium arm
Keep in mind
- Fiddly tension setup
Illustrative photoBest for ultrawides
Ergotron HX Desk Monitor Arm
~$380 at time of writing
What we like
- Handles up to ~42 lb and 49-inch screens
Keep in mind
- Very expensive
Illustrative photoBest gas-spring value
North Bayou F80 Gas Spring Arm
~$40 at time of writing
What we like
- Light, inexpensive
Keep in mind
- Limited weight range
Illustrative photoBest design
Herman Miller Flo Single Monitor Arm
~$305 at time of writing
What we like
- Beautiful, very adjustable (WIRED)
Keep in mind
- Not for 34-inch ultrawides
- Pricey
Illustrative photoBest for light monitors
VIVO STAND-V001Q Single Arm
Price varies see current price at the retailer
What we like
- Low minimum weight so light screens don't float up
Keep in mind
- Basic mechanism
Almost made the cut
BenQ Ergo Arm
Price varies see current price at the retailer
Mentioned by WIRED; fewer expert recommendations than our top 10.
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| # | Product | Best for | Price* | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ergotron LX Desk Monitor Arm | Best overall | ~$180–$210 | — |
| 2 | Herman Miller Jarvis Single Monitor Arm | Wirecutter top pick | See retailer | — |
| 3 | Ergotron LX Pro Monitor Arm | Best for big monitors | ~$199 | — |
| 4 | Amazon Basics Premium Single Monitor Stand (Ergotron-built) | Best value | ~$60–$110 | — |
| 5 | HUANUO Single Monitor Mount | Best budget | ~$30 | — |
| 6 | VIVO Dual Monitor Desk Mount | Best for two screens | ~$40–$80 | — |
| 7 | Ergotron HX Desk Monitor Arm | Best for ultrawides | ~$380 | — |
| 8 | North Bayou F80 Gas Spring Arm | Best gas-spring value | ~$40 | — |
| 9 | Herman Miller Flo Single Monitor Arm | Best design | ~$305 | — |
| 10 | VIVO STAND-V001Q Single Arm | Best for light monitors | See retailer | — |
*Approximate, at time of writing. Rating shown only where a sourced rating was found.
Sources consulted: Wirecutter, WIRED, MonitorMaven, Setup Insider and Digital Desk Solutions (2026). Prices change often; check the retailer. Photos are illustrative lifestyle images, not the products.
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