Best overall budget arm
HUANUO Single Monitor Mount
~$30 at time of writing
What we like
- Also on our overall monitor arm list
- Gas spring with clamp and grommet mounts
Keep in mind
- Not for heavy ultrawides
Best dual under $60 (basic model)
VIVO Dual Monitor Desk Mount
~$40–$80 at time of writing
What we like
- Also on our overall list
- Holds two monitors
Keep in mind
- Manual adjustments on the basic model
Best gas-spring dual
HUANUO FlowLift Dual Monitor Stand
~$50–$70 at time of writing
What we like
- Also on our overall list
Keep in mind
- Can exceed $60
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Best simple single
VIVO STAND-V001Q Single Arm
Price varies see current price at the retailer
What we like
- Also on our overall list
Keep in mind
- Basic tension
Best Amazon Basics
Amazon Basics Single Monitor Arm
~$40–$60 at time of writing
What we like
- Simple gas spring arm
Keep in mind
- Fewer VESA options
Cheapest
WALI Monitor Arm
~$30–$40 at time of writing
What we like
- Very low price
Keep in mind
- Stiff joints
Best for heavier screens
Mount-It! Single Gas Spring Arm
~$40–$50 at time of writing
What we like
- Higher weight rating (maker)
Keep in mind
- Bulky base
Best value spring
ErGear Monitor Arm
~$30–$40 at time of writing
What we like
- Gas spring with cable management
Keep in mind
- Lesser-known brand
Best budget clamp
Pipishell Desk Mount Single
~$30 at time of writing
What we like
- Simple install
Keep in mind
- Wobble at full extension
Best no-arm option
Amazon Basics Monitor Stand Riser
~$20 at time of writing
What we like
- Raises screen to eye level
Keep in mind
- No articulation
Compare all 10
| # | Product | Best for | Price* | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HUANUO Single Monitor Mount | Best overall budget arm | ~$30 | — |
| 2 | VIVO Dual Monitor Desk Mount | Best dual under $60 (basic model) | ~$40–$80 | — |
| 3 | HUANUO FlowLift Dual Monitor Stand | Best gas-spring dual | ~$50–$70 | — |
| 4 | VIVO STAND-V001Q Single Arm | Best simple single | See retailer | — |
| 5 | Amazon Basics Single Monitor Arm | Best Amazon Basics | ~$40–$60 | — |
| 6 | WALI Monitor Arm | Cheapest | ~$30–$40 | — |
| 7 | Mount-It! Single Gas Spring Arm | Best for heavier screens | ~$40–$50 | — |
| 8 | ErGear Monitor Arm | Best value spring | ~$30–$40 | — |
| 9 | Pipishell Desk Mount Single | Best budget clamp | ~$30 | — |
| 10 | Amazon Basics Monitor Stand Riser | Best no-arm option | ~$20 | — |
*Approximate, at time of writing. Rating shown only where a sourced rating was found.
Sources consulted: Our overall monitor arm research (Wirecutter and maker specs), plus manufacturer specs. Prices are approximate (checked Oct 19, 2026) and change often. Prices change often; check the retailer. Product photos are official brand press images (credited) where we have permission; otherwise we show a photo of the product type, clearly labeled Illustrative.
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