Adjustable-height desks come generally in two variants, stand-alone models like the Autonomous Smart Desk 2 you see here and desktop risers that essentially convert a standard desk to sit-stand positioning capability. Pricing for the various model types out there range from the cheesy $149 versions to north of $500 or so for premium, motorized adjustable models.

However, the Autonomous Smart Desk 2 is a bit of an enigma. The cleanly-styled Home Edition 53-inch motorized desk weighs in at $299 and supports up to 220 pounds, while the 53-inch Business Edition model at $399 supports a 300-pound capacity. This places the Autonomous Smart Desk 2, with its 4 position height adjust preset capability, at solid $200 cheaper than the average motorized sit-stand desk; or less, sometimes a lot less...