Secretlab Magnus Desks... Are They Worth The Price?
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Today we are taking a look at the Secretlab Magnus range of desks, comparing the normal secretlab Magnus to the Secretlab Magnus Pro standing desk, to find out which one might be better, and whether a standing desk is actually worth it for a gaming or gamer setup! Today i'm going to try and answer the question everyone is asking - Are Secretlab Magnus desks worth the price?
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I just watched a 22 minute review of a desk, while not needing a desk. The production of this video is incredible.
Haha! Thanks for sticking around 🥃
Hey Stu, this is L from the future. Currently in the year 2086. Wanted to just travel back in time to when you were still alive to let you know it was a solid purchase. Thanks
Hi L. How are your deductive skills lately?
It almost feels like I’m watching a tech version of 2007 top gear. Well deserved sub, most enjoyable review I’ve seen in a long time
i'm glad you mentioned that. I thought I could hear Jeremy Clarkson talking sometimes 😀
SAME bro is just gifted
Top Gear vibes “Top Tech”
Great review and channel! I had this desk (magnus pro xl) with all the accessories since February this year and its been great so far. Its expensive for sure, but you get great quality in return. PC mount has been tested up until 25kg so it'll hold even bigger/more packed PCs, the desk is stable even at the 'standing' heights (130cm+), the full size mouse pad feels great and is easy to clean - I highly recommend it for someone who's looking for a high end desk but cannot decide. Ive fitted it with 2x 27" dual screen, DAC/amp with speakers and a macbook dock, PC mounted underneath - no problems with space or cable management!
I have never watched your content before but I must say this is one of the best put together reviews of any product I have ever seen. (And I watch a lot of reviews!) You have convinced me to purchase this and I can't wait to set it up and struggle with the magnetic mat placement! :) Thank you!! Also, subbed!
Great review. Love the flow of your presentation. I’ve been considering this desk and your video helps!
This is how reviews are supposed to be. Amazing and very thorough. I have the pro electric version and it's the best desk for me. Minimalistic and clean, I love working on it and have saved height presets since I work from home.
The electric version *is* the pro! 👍👍
@@StusReviewsUK That's right, what I meant originally was non-XL
Hello I've traveled back in time from the year 2083 to comment on this video. The world is in shambles. KZhead is no more. Everything is destroyed. But my Secretlab Magnus Pro desk I bought on recommendation of your review is still around and has thus saved many lives, acting as both an impromptu operating table as well as a makeshift bullet shield. It also looks like I bought it a week ago. Seriously though, phenomenal review, not just in informative value, but also in humor and production quality. You certainly earned that sub and then some!
is gta 6 out yet
@@guineageek7890 It is and they made the main character a cryptid
Just stumbled across this video in search of a good review of the Magnus Desks and I’m not gonna lie. I’m sold on this desk. The way you went into so much detail really helped me understand if this was for me and the durability is actually what did
Ive just bought this desk on your review replacing a simple table Ive been using for years. I just started work from home full time and I'm hoping that this helps save my body and cleans up the workspace.
Well, you won me over, Stu. First video I’ve seen of yours. Well done. I’ve subscribed and am looking forward to seeing your other content. Keep up the great work!
Hi ! WOnderful review ! i've buyed recently a Magnus Pro XL with all necessary. Next week my new desk will be here !
I've got a SecretLab Titan chair I bought in 2020, and it looks as new as the day I got it. I've ordered the Magnus Pro to replace my old desk and get me off my posterior more often.
I just bought the standard version. I absolutely love mine don't let anyone put you off these really are fantastic
One thing to say this is an awesome review on this table. Might get a XL version too! You literally earn another sub from me :D
Really great review mate! Love the Top Gear-esque style Brilliant Subbed 😊
Great video. While I checked it after my purchase (that arrives coming Tuesday) it's put my mind at ease a little. Never had a computer setup, and went a bit overboard, bought the Magnus Pro, their top chair, and full Alienware suite.
This channel is a hidden gem. 1. Your talking style, at least on video, is very similar to Jeremy Clarkson. There is character and entertainment. So points for that, especially since I have a huge JC fan. 2. I was interested in this desk from the start and plan to buy one in Feb 2024. 3. I enjoyed the fact that everything you discussed you showed, allowed me to get a good feel for the product I plan to spend my hard earned money on, which after all is the point of a review. You got yourself a new subscriber.
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Mr.Stu thanks for your review🙏 It’s been a dream of mine to be able to game on this desk one day and yesterday I ordered the Magnus pro with a cream white desk pad, dual monitor mount, premium pc mount, and cable management kit. I currently already have the secret lab titan Evo chair with lumbar pillow pro and memory foam arm rests so the desk will be a sweet addition to the game room. Honestly the biggest reason I wanted to get this desk is so I don’t have to use a foot rest anymore (I’m 5’4). I have to raise my chair along with using a footrest to match the arm rests with my current desk. But the Magnus pro can go low enough to where I can sit it my chair normally on the lowest height without a foot rest and still match the arm rest with the desk for optimal aiming + posture. Also looking forward to having my PC mounted underneath the desk for the first time. I always cable manage as best I can but this desk should make the process so much quicker and easier.
Just come across this channel. Such a sweet man, that is criminally undersubbed. I wish you all the best of luck with the growth of your channel. I’m really enjoying my desk and couldn’t agree more with the review.
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Great review, I'm convinced I need one of these desks now. But on another note, what is that screensaver you have there?
Late to the party as usual, but a brilliant review, thanks Stu! As an old codger still working from a desk full time, these look very appealing. I'm not flush with cash, but If you are spending 8+ hours a day at your desk, the cost over time isn't so bad for what you get...and we have plenty of grandchildren to spare if I can get a good price for one of them.
Best part of the load capability is that because you never approach the limits, you put almost no stress on it and it should have a good lifespan.
yeah im maybe hitting 100 of its 270 weight and that has the pc a labtop 2 monitors mic 2 keyboards and i was adding the tables weight itself to the number
Gonna order a standard Magnus now that it's on sale for Black Week, thanks for the convincing review!
I just built my Magnus Pro after having the Titan chair for a couple years. (unfortunately I got my Titan right before the EVO was announced or I woulda waited a touch longer lol). I will say it def feels very solid, even when I compare it to my GF's IKEA sit stand desk we picked up 3 years ago. (though will say hers has lasted better than expected, esp after adding an LTT full desk desk pad) 100% agree about aligning the magpad. That was the biggest pita when putting it all together. My only critique of the desk is theres no adjustment to the feet to help level the desk. I live in a 120+ year old house that the floors arent very level, so having some adjustability would be awesome.
I love this desk and the magnetic pad even more. In the future, re-roll the mat by the long side so you can line it up easier. This is the way to deal with installing a non-moveable veneer, so I think it should help with this also. Thanks for another excellent presentation of a very interesting product.
Been researching Standing Desks and this has sold me on the Magnus Pro, fantastic video as well so have subscribed. I notice you have a Mac mini on the desk, Are you able to use it securely in the PC mount?
Great review I was in the middle of buying one and I wanted to shop around for some more reviews. Im 100% getting it now also you got a new sub (:
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@@StusReviewsUK will do pal! It's saying I'll get it in October. So hopefully it will come way before that lol 😆
I've not come across your channel before but really like your video style and personality. Kind of gives me Jeremy Clarkson on Top Gear vibes. Great video man.
Stu, this is the first video I watched of yours. Your are great and earned my sub! I love your humor.
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I just set up my Magnus Pro XL for my personal set up - I was using an L shaped desk for work but wanted a sit/ stand to help with trying to be more active. Completely ruined the functionality I had with the L setup though. So I just ordered a second to use for work - square room one opposite the other - just have the chair in the middle and spin back and forth between them. Hoping it will work out - it was expensive enough.
Hey Stu, this is the first review of yours I've seen. Quality content, keep it up! Any changes in opinion since posting? Considering the desk atm :)
Nope! Still in the studio - great piece of kit 👍
First video from you for me, but absolutely loved it ❤
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Great review and great video!
Thanks! 👍
21:10 Alright challenge accepted! I am moving at the beginning of November and I am looking for a desk setup and I landed upon this video so I guess that has made the choice and decision easy. I'll be over a hundred years old in 60 years but by then my desk will absorb my consciousness to say it's doing solid and to thank you.
The console mount is a killer idea, could even have a PC on one side and a console on the other
Stu, what is that video, wallpaper engine or screensaver you run in the background and do you have a link? :) Great content btw
love how you say secret lab chairs look just like the day you bought them!!!! know thats true!!! i subscribed!!! looking forward to your next vid!!!
Thinking about getting the magnus pro desk but I don't want their "magpad". is the surface metalic and cold to the touch? Would you think it is easy to scratch without it? And another question - I keep a 48" oled on my desk. it's 15kg and part of it would be sitting on the cable tray since I want to put the tv at the end of the desk
I almost bought the Magnus Pro. Wound up with FlexiSpot as it's less money but still good quality, and came in white. If Secret Labs ever puts out a white version, I'd be sorely tempted to switch. A solid black hunk of metal would unfortunately have thrown off my entire office vibe. Stellar review, though. You're chair review was one that helped me pick my 2020 Titan chair.
Indeed if only they made a white version...
They make white mag pads now but you can’t buy them in some markets especially the U.K.
@@richtea7868 Mag pads for the legs? The mag pads on top of the desk aren't really the issue, it's the vertical items like Legs that would be nice to have in white (or any lighter colour, like grey) to better fit in smaller office's. Now it's a bit of a black hole.
first few seconds in and the production quality is next level. im in.
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Like the chair, I can definitely see the pro version of these desks to be a useful addition to my life, and like yourself I'm quite tall, so a desk that I can move to my height and posture would be amazing, but the price is what puts me off, I still will likely end up getting one some day, but it is definitely something to think about, a great review though that has demonstrated some of the things I was wary of and has loosened my grip on my wallet a bit more.
Good review Stu, one thing you did not mention was the stability of the desk. I've seen various videos of the Magnus Pro XL being very unstable at its full height due to the fact of its legs are made of three segments rather than two. I believe this is the main reason most people are avoiding buying this table, including myself, even though the chairs are amazing and I bet the tables ar too. :)
Hi Stu, Great review! Do you know if the legs are interchangeable? Or will the "power" leg always be on the left? Cheers!
Always on the left side.
How deep is the cable tray with regards to storing a power strip in there and some of those larger plugs that stand quite proud on it? I'm planning on getting the L shaped set-up.
Really pleased to know my experience of fitting the mat wasn't unique! Once in place, though, great set-up.
Yeah - they don’t move at all once it’s on! It’s quite amazing really!
I have a question I haven't been able to figure out yet; im wanting to run a quad monitor setup, three x 32 inch and a single 28 inch. a vertical 32 and then a 28-inch horizontal above a 32-inch horizontal and then another vertical 32-inch. What's the best way to go about utilizing this desk?? Two dual arms or 4 singles?
Power and ethernet cords on the floor is a deal braker, it messes up robo vac work. I have my power and ethernet cords from my adjustable desk hanging in a parabola shaped wrap into a cable channel that then goes down to the socket. It looks and works perfectly
I'm considering buying this desk (the pro xl variant and some accessoires) but I don't know yet if I want to do it NOW or when I will move to my own place. I still live in my parents' house and if I would replace my current desk now, then I don't have a desk in my room in this house when I move the Secretlab one to my own place (maybe I could buy a cheap Ikea one instead). And it's also the price. I would have to save a little more money to be able to buy this desk. I also need to buy a new gaming chair (perhaps the Secretlab Titan Evo 2022) because my current one is already almost 5 years old (and the leather isn't in good condition anymore). My desk is now almost 10 years old or even older btw. I don't remember anymore 😁 And I also don't know how I'm going to mount my subwoofer of my 2.1 speaker system. Maybe I need to buy a 2.0 system again. Or I must buy a second PC mount. 😁
I want to place my monitor as far away back as possible, using no monitor arm. The monitor stand will probably overlap onto the cable management tray part. My question: Does that part lay flush with the rest of the desk? With the desk mat on. From what I can see it is slightly lower. IMO I would have preferred cable management holes. It's just lost desk space to me.
What is the background / screen saver you are using?
Hi there, great review. I have such a desk, but I can't see how to add the led strip when the screen mount is in place. Do you have any pictures available ? Thanks Mark
it should just run underneath the plate Leaves a few mm bulge... but you can't tell when you're sat at the desk.
@@StusReviewsUK ok thanks, I'll have a try, but when I did that, the magnets didn't align and I had more than a few mm bulge.....it didn't look too professional for a desk of this quality. Thanks
Always great and entertaining reviews. Thanks Stu, if there is a KZheadr that deserves the 100k subs it's you...
I've been looking at getting the pro but as I have never had a standing desk my biggest question that i cant seem to find an answer for is. how wobbly is this magnus pro. as most standing desks are on the two legs with no cross bar attachment for more stability i'm afraid of getting it setting my 3 monitors on it and anytime i'm gaming or eating and just resting my weight on it, it'll wiggle and wobble side to side. is there any of that that i should be concerned about before purchasing?
Theres one thing im yet to figure out. Two actually. Its it possible to use the desk without the magpad whitout it looking unfinished or unpractical, and does the magnetic cable holders work without the magpad? Because it will eventually wear down or get damaged... And by the time it does replacement pads for it might not exist anymore... Just trying to figure out if the entire longevity of the desk gets compromised by a 89 euro option.
Is there any chance being stuck with a desk where the motor just fails? Debating getting one but naturally big consideration due to the price
I must be one of the only people who is actively unhappy with their Magnus Pro XL. The thing wobbles like crazy at standing height. It's awful to the point where I can't even use a drawing tablet on it because it moves so much that it throws off the pressure-sensitivity
I feel like I’m watching Jeremy Clarkson review technology. Love this video! You’ve earned a sub!
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Me too man. I ordered this and had instant regret. Expected to be “stuck with it” - I’m on my first week but this desk is a gem. Being able to hit a button and stand or sit is great. All the cable management is on point. All the metal pieces are perfect there’s no cheap components anywhere on this thing except maybe the plastic caps.
I have a secret lab titan chair for a few years now and i’m seriously considering the desk next and appreciate your review and for some reason (if i close my eyes) i feel i’m listening to Jeremy Clarkson version 2.0 😂.
Already ordered mine! I have the Xbox series x and I wish they had a console mount so I do t have to mount it on my wall
I already bought one before watching this so I’m glad I did
lol I love the Dark turn you took 😂😂😂😂
Can you say anthing about the wabble on the Pro and Pro XL Desk once they are up at like 100-120cm? That is the one thing that worries me at the moment.
Meross, I use their stuff all the time. My whole house uses their switches, LED...ETC Good stuff.
Can you share the link for the smart power adapter inside the rail you mentioned?
Sure! amzn.to/46HrVdx
I love the book case behind the pc, looks great, and gives this nice warm feeling! also nice desk of course hahaha
Great review, thanks! :-) I really don't get, why you're not across the 100.000 sub-mark yet. Comment for the algorithm. 😄
You are a star! 👍🥃
question: is the mag pad like a big mouse pad?
Awesome Video!
Glad you enjoyed it!
This was useful 👌
I like it but really liked the chair desk you did the other day better! Stu can you do a Dashcam comparison video. Finding it hard to find one on here. Keep up the quality work buddy.
Which chair desk
@@flyinghorse2739 the Newtral MagicH
I actually bought a desk by handscraftmen. I paid more than double the price and it was way smaller. And its a nightmare to plug in the cables in the socket. Total ripp off. Now i gonna move to a new house. I'm defo buying this desk now really looks amazing, i don't think the price is that much if i might be honest. Seems really fair for what you all get Also nice video really love the accent and ambience of this video. Good info also good job
I am considering buying the Magus XL Pro but have already had strange interactions with their support. I ordered the desk with lots of accessories and they won't ship out my order until 100% of the items are in stock. Clearly they didn't notify me of this and only tell me about this once I asked where my order is as after 3 days I never got any shipping information. They told me i would have to cancel the order and wait 14-days for refund. The desks do look great, i'm just concerned that with the level of service I am ready getting, not sure i could count on them to do the right thing. Their BBB rating is "F". Curious what others thoughts are on this?
What's happened between now and then? Any good news?
@@FerumCorSo i worked out with them to ship all the items that they had in stock (even against their policy). I have received the desk and I am simply loving the desk. I couldn't be more happier with the desk. It is super quiet, looks very nice and hides all the cables nicely. While it was expensive I don't have any regrets. It took a bit of back and forth with their customer support team to just get them to ship the product. But in the end they did the right thing.
Just love 💕 your channel quick question what Monitor would you recommend for the ps5 as I only play Golf ⛳️ sims old age 😂😅😂😅 keep it up and I love your sense of humour JJ London
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I need a new desk, I currently have a $30 desk from Amazon, it's soooooo flimsy and wobbly, it's bending down in the middle sooooo much, every connection point is loose af and the drawer randomly breaks and falls to the floor all of the time, it's also extreamly small and the top is scratched up just from using my mouse, there is a huge brown area where my mouse is where the black paint got sanded away from moving my mouse around, there is also a circle where the paint got ripped off because I got a drop of super glue on the desk, and also it just looks super girly and childish. I might start saving to buy a Secret Lab desk. I also just bought the Secret Lab Titan Evo Diablo IV Chair and it's so cool
I only subscribed because of the raising and lowering shot. Expectations set sir.
Convinced me to buy this and to subscribe. Tried to find your referral link to no avail - you deserve the £
No referral link - I want to make sure people know my opinion is unbiased 👍
I just wanted to say this video is fucking amazing, the quality of the review and video production makes it so much fun and interesting to watch, deffo gonna procrastinate watching these videos
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I felt like I was watching something from the PBS network.
Would probably have bought the Magnus PRO XL if the price werent that steep. VAT not included in the price, so you gotta factor in that aswell when you order. Depending on what country you are from ofc, but +25% of the price + customs here.
how did you buy it outside the USA?
What was that smart multi port adapter called ?
This one; amzn.to/3s5mOFS
Does it wobble?
Does it wobble much?
@Stu's Reviews what are those desktop speakers???????????????????
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Thank you for the review but, like many, you’re missing the stability test. After seeing some videos and some comments from owners I start to understand why. It wobbles a lot 😂
I mean... I literally rode the bloody thing... so I'm not sure how much more stability you'd like me to test? 👁👄👁 Like all standing desks, at maximum height there is movment, this is completely normal - but the sheer weight of this makes it more stable than other options i've tried in the past.
What monitor is that? Review on it?
This one 👉 amzn.to/3s1SnQq Haven’t reviewed it, but it’s fantastic (although a bit on the expensive side)!
I guess I'd better start cheese grating my kneecaps
Stu, Do you find you need to purchase the secret lab arm mounts or can I keep my third-party and use those instead? Other than that you’ve sold me on the desk well done.
There’s a Reddit thread on this. Interestingly there’s some 3rd party arms that don’t fit (which I didn’t know at the time of the review), so if you want no hassle guarantee- I’d go for the SL arms… or if you’re happy to buy and return a few if they don’t fit you could try 3rd party.
thanks stu I appreciate it.@@StusReviewsUK
@@StusReviewsUKman maybe a loaded question but how do you go about filming? I tired to film setting up this desk but the camera was only in one spot and it was a continuous video for 25+ min. Do you record everything stopping and moving the camera then condense it in editing so you only show snippets of the build process
cheesegrating my own kneecaps... im dying
Great video Stu
I’m sold…. I’m getting one!!
Haha.. when KZhead suggests a random video and you decide "eh f** it, I wanted to buy this anyway..." and the video/reviewer is AWESOME. Love the dark humor in the end lol #2083
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No word about the one big flaw? No other than the secretlab monitorarms will fit on this. (no desktop-attachment using a regular clamp possible)
That’s because that’s not actually true… whilst it’s a different size than standard, check out the following Reddit post which has a bunch of monitor arm options from user experience which have been tried and tested and have been shown to fit the SL Magnus; www.reddit.com/r/secretlab/comments/np9oap/magnus_monitor_mount_clamp_bolt_size/?
Normal reviewer: *tries to give a comprehensive review as soon as possible for optimal views* Stu: So after a year of using this product.. Lots of love man!
You remind me of Jeremy Clarkson 😂 subscribed.
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is the magnus pro compatible with the O11 Dynamic case from Lian Li?
Too bad its only 177 wide. Should be 2m+. Anyone know any alternatives for me?
This might be me being cheap, even though I want this desk, I just can't justify the price