Looking for a footrest?
Check dimensions, current price and delivery before choosing.
If you're sorting out a desk setup on a budget, the useful question is not "which of these is best?" but "which type, if any, fits how I use my desk?" Compare the function, dimensions and adjustment range before buying.
This guide compares three accessory types we sell: footrests, standing mats and balance boards. They serve different functions, and the right starting point may be none of them.
Start with how you use the desk
These accessories have different functions. Start with how you use your desk, then check dimensions, adjustment range and intended use before choosing.
- If you work seated and your feet do not rest comfortably on the floor, a footrest provides a raised support surface. Check your chair height, desk clearance and the footrest's adjustment range before choosing.
- If you work standing and want a softer or contoured surface underfoot, a standing mat changes the surface between you and the floor. Check its dimensions and intended use.
- If you work standing and want a moving platform, a balance board allows small changes in angle while standing. Check its movement range and the manufacturer's instructions for your setup.
If none of those functions matches what you need, skip all three. Check monitor height, chair settings and desk clearance before adding an accessory.
The three, side by side
| Ergoapt Pro Footrest | Topo Anti-Fatigue Mat | Steppie Balance Board | |
|---|---|---|---|
| For | Sitting | Standing | Standing |
| Intended use | Raised foot support while seated | Standing surface underfoot | Moving standing platform |
| How it works | Gas-lift platform, 11–31cm height, 0–40° tilt (lockable or left dynamic) | Sculpted terrain provides a contoured standing surface rather than flat foam | Low tilting board that allows small changes in angle while standing |
| Price | Current price | Current price | Current price |
Choosing a footrest: Pro or Stretch?
Compare the adjustment range and support surfaces against your desk clearance and available floor space.
Ergoapt Pro Footrest
The Pro has a gas-lift height range of 11–31cm, a 44cm x 32cm platform and 0–40° tilt that can be locked or left dynamic. It is intended to support feet while seated and is not designed to be stood on. View the Pro specifications and current price.
Ergoapt Stretch Footrest
The Stretch has a 42cm x 30.5cm footplate with three heights — 9cm, 12cm and 15cm — plus a raised padded bar. Its footplate angle can be fixed or left dynamic. It is not designed for standing on. View the Stretch specifications, use instructions and current price.
Check the current product instructions before choosing. Neither option is a platform to stand on, and a larger adjustment range does not by itself make one the right choice for every setup.
Do you need more than one?
Not necessarily. A combination may suit a sit-stand routine, but each product should have a clear role in your setup.
Footrest + either standing option may suit a sit-stand desk because the footrest is designed for seated use, while the mat and balance board are designed for standing use.
Mat + board combines two standing accessories with different intended functions: one is a standing surface and the other is a moving platform. Compare the current product information and manufacturer instructions for each item; do not assume that the accessories should be used together.
All three at once adds cost and makes it harder to assess the value of each accessory. Start with the function that best matches your setup, then reassess before adding another product.
Choose by how you use your desk
Use the following starting points, then confirm product dimensions and specifications:
- If you sit most of the day and want raised foot support, compare the Ergoapt Pro Footrest. Check its 11–31cm adjustment range, platform dimensions and desk clearance.
- If you stand and want a contoured surface underfoot, compare the Topo Anti-Fatigue Standing Desk Mat. Check its footprint and intended use against your workspace.
- If you work standing and prefer a moving platform, compare the Steppie Balance Board. Check the current product information and manufacturer instructions for the specific item before deciding.
When to seek professional advice
This guide cannot diagnose symptoms or determine whether a product is suitable for you. If you have concerns about your workstation or product suitability, seek advice from an appropriately qualified professional.
A note on order of operations
Review monitor height, chair settings and desk clearance before adding an accessory. If you still want an accessory, choose the product whose intended function and current specifications match your use.