The best affordable desks give you a work and play space without breaking your bank account. We’re talking under $150, which should keep you working and/or playing for a long time with money to spare for, you know, things that go on that desk.
So whether you need something with a lot of room to work or something that can fit into a tight space all its own, we have you covered with these, the best affordable desks for your home or office.
DESIGNA Simple Desk
I mean, it says it right there in the name. This is just a simple desk, and really, isn’t that all you need? At 31.5” it’s perfect for anyone who doesn’t want to take up a lot of space. It also has a cable management slot, which lets you hook up through the desk and keep all your cables neatly bunched for even more space saving and a cleaner appearance.
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Teraves Computer Desk
A bit bigger at 39.37” this simple, sleek black desk can even double as a dining table if you need it to. Versatility is the name of the game here, which you can only get with this kind of simple elegance. The metal legs add sturdiness to the equation giving you a space that you can use for just about anything.
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OFM ESS Collection Office Desk
This driftwood desk is a modernist dream, and with over 40” of width it should comfortably fit all your devices. Of course, the real appeal here are the two pull-out drawers, which can fit everything you need, work or play. It will all just be there, waiting for you.
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DESIGNA Computer Desk
Another desk from DESIGNA, this one is cool because it comes with a second book shelf, allowing you to work and play all while your books, reference materials and whatever else you need are safely tucked away right in front of you on that top shelf. Like other DESIGNA desks, it features that cable management slot, and at 43” of space on both levels, you’ll have more than enough room for all your gear.
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Mr. IRONSTONE L-Shaped Desk
A desk perfect for gamers or for anyone who just likes that L-shaped life, this can fit multiple monitors or whatever other devices you need for your work and play. Let yourself swivel between projects without having to get up or game like God intended, double or triple monitors immersing you in the virtual world of your choice.
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MOTPK Gaming Desk
This desk is designed specifically for the gamer in you. 40” of space and a monitor shelf add up to give you plenty of room to play, and the carbon fiber coating will stand up to whatever you throw – or spill – at it. It even has a can holder for your favorite soda or energy drink and a hook rack for your headphones. It’s made just for you.
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CubiCubi Modern L-Shaped Desk
This gorgeous looking L-shaped desk is a rustic brown, giving your home office a touch of elegance. But it’s really all about that L-shaped space, all 59.1” of it, which is enough to do the whole multi-monitor thing or the monitor and a printer thing, or whatever thing you’ve got going on. A nice pull-out drawer is a great feature that just puts this desk over the top when it comes to the bang you get for your buck.
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Ameriwood Home Owen Retro Desk
This retro desk is perfect for anyone who wants to maximize style with saving space. Minimalist in design, the weathered oak desk and metal legs will fit nicely in whatever nook you do your work in. Just pull out your laptop and get to work. You don’t need anything more than that.
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Coavas Writing Desk
This industrial style desk is another minimalist workspace built just for you. No frills, no complicated parts, just a nice, sturdy desk that you can sit down to everyday and get to work, whether that’s writing or getting in on a Zoom meeting. Know what you need and get it.
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Furinno Efficient Home Desk
Perfect for a laptop or notebook, this desk also features several tiers for storage and other devices. The best part, though? At under $50, it is the most affordable desk you’re gonna find for this quality anywhere.
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Eureka Ergonomic Small White Desk
Another tiny desk, at 31.5” you can fit this just about anywhere making it ideal for anyone who has to share their space with others. Of course, the smaller the desk, the less you need to pay, which makes for a perfect combination of utility and price. Now all that’s left is to sit down and get to work. Or play. Either way.
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SHW Corner Desk
Of course, many of us need more space because we have a lot going on, both work and play. And this corner desk was made for those people. Hunker down in your corner of the world with this desk, make it your battle station and do it all at a reasonable price. Three grommets help to herd all your cords to keep things clean. From there, taking on the world is up to you.
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