Hello everyone, and welcome to another of my reviews. In this article, I’ll review the Hexon from the local ergonomic furniture label ErgoTune.
As mentioned in my previous article, I recently moved into a new apartment and was sent the Vesby ergonomic chair and the Hexon standing desk for review. I’ve already reviewed the Vesby here, so let’s take a closer look at the Hexon standing desk.
ErgoTune Hexon Standing Desk – Review
The Hexon actually started life as a Kickstarter project, which is interesting since this isn’t ErgoTune’s first rodeo with desks. I can only assume the ErgoTune team wanted proof of demand for their upscale desk – which they succeeded in, as the project drew in almost 30K in funding.
Firstly, the Hexon is made from the same natural wood tabletop as the Max. This means that it comes with a sleek varnish and water-resistant coating and is much more resistant to scratches and chips. I appreciate the Hexon’s rounded edges, which are child-friendly and further prevent chipping.
The Hexon also retains ErgoTune’s Healthcoach monitor, which allows the user to adjust the height of the desk and saves height presets for added convenience. It also has a personalised sit-stand alarm, making it a fitness monitor.
The main selling point of the Hexon (as opposed to the Max) is the compatible accessories available, which ErgoTune says help to declutter and organise your workstation. These “QuickSnap” options are modular—for example, the CPU mount can be installed anywhere below the desk (though most users install it on either the left or right corner).
Other accessories include undermount hooks, which can be used to hook quick-access items such as headphones and bags.
There’s also an under-mount drawer, which provides storage for quick-access items. This can safeguard confidential documents and valuables that you may not want to leave in the open or items that you want to shield from dust.
A favourite accessory of mine is the pegboard, which comes with trays, shelves, hooks and holders to display a myraid of your favourite items. Personally, I use the pegboard to display my keychains and plushies, as well as organise my remotes and lotions.
I also found the stationary kit useful—I use the tall holder to store my pens and markers.
The stationary kit also comes with various trays, and I use the small tray to hold my spectacles.
For the larger tray, I use it to display my Nintendo Switch, which is connected to my monitor.
However, Hexon’s main organizational selling point is the Wire Cabin, which can hide infrequently used cables such as power cables and extension cords. The Wire Cabin is covered by three solid wood hatches with a grooved texture, which also elevates the Hexon aesthetically by providing it with additional texture.
With the Wire Cabin, virtually all of my cables are underneath the table – out of sight, out of mind.
The last of the Quicksnap accessories is the shelf, which I use as an additional monitor stand. It’s meant to expand the usable tabletop space, allowing you to showcase larger decor items (if you don’t have a monitor) and store devices. In other words, it also helps with organization—I use it to store small items such as coasters and wallets and put away my keyboard/mousepad when I need the table to be cleared.
Other practical accessories include the monitor arm, which allows users to elevate their monitor and free up even more tabletop space.
Last but not least is the Soliel light bar, which provides glare-free lighting and can be customized to multiple lighting levels and shades.
Conclusion – so the ErgoTune Hexon “shiok” or not?
Overall, the ErgoTune Hexon is undoubtedly the best standing desk that the brand has introduced to date. Its Wire Cabin allows users to declutter their workstations by hiding unsightly wires, while the modular nature of the accessories increases personalisation. However, compared to the ErgoTune Max standing desk (available from S$699), the Hexon is less of a value proposition. The brand recognises this as well – on its website, ErgoTune states that the Max is meant for the everyday user, while the Hexon is designed for workaholics. In other words, the Max has mass market appeal, while the Hexon is targeted at a niche market (with a correspondingly higher price tag). If you’re particular about organisation and productivity, then the Hexon would be better for you. Otherwise, the Max is good enough.
Those interested in purchasing the ErgoTune Hexon can use the promo code “WAHSOSHIOK” to enjoy $5 off. The promo code is combinable with existing promotions, so the Hexon would cost $1194 after the discount code. Do note that the QuickSnap accessories have to be purchased separately—the total value of my set-up, including the accessories, would be around $1500. If that’s too much, I highly recommend the ErgoTune Max as an alternative.
View the ErgoTune Hexon here.
View the full range of ErgoTune’s offerings here.
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