Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk review: touch-activated lighting livens up your workspace, but I faced an unexpected problem | Tech Radar

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How I tested the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk

I spent two months using the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk, and it's beautiful — but there's one small problem

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Eureka Ergonomic's Wonder Glowing Glass Desk is a fun, well-sized choice for anyone wanting to add a bit of magic to their workspace. But if you're short like me, you might run into a problem.

+The perfect size, plenty of room but doesn't take up a lot of space

The perfect size, plenty of room but doesn't take up a lot of space

+The touch-activated layer is wonderfully responsive, fun to play with

The touch-activated layer is wonderfully responsive, fun to play with

+Easily converts to a standing desk by pressing a button

Easily converts to a standing desk by pressing a button

+Looks especially brilliant at night (or in a darkened room)

Looks especially brilliant at night (or in a darkened room)

+Remote works well and can cycle through different light patterns

Remote works well and can cycle through different light patterns

-I'm short, and the desk feels quite high at its lowest level

I'm short, and the desk feels quite high at its lowest level

-Heavy and fragile; definitely requires two people to assemble

Heavy and fragile; definitely requires two people to assemble

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How I tested the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk

Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk: Two-minute review

As I'm writing this review, I'm surrounded by an abundance of glowing red stars decorated all over my desk. It's hard not to feel relaxed here, thanks to the beautiful desktop, which can be activated in specific areas by your touch, or turned onto a setting that allows them to twinkle manually all across the glass panel.

When it comes to the best gaming desks or best standing desks, the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk is suitable for both categories. This makes it a good all-rounder for those wanting to effortlessly move between office work and gaming.

This is my first time using one of Eureka Ergonomic's desks, and I am impressed. The Wonder Glowing Glass Desk has been my daily companion for the past two months as I've written reviews, played games, and completed life admin. It's survived all of this effortlessly, with enough space for me to have both my work laptop and my gaming laptop side by side for those days when I need to switch between the two.

It also has enough room for me to decorate it with personal items to make it look more like "me". I hate having a boring workspace, after all. So aesthetically and functionally, it does tick a lot of boxes.

My main problem is that the desk does feel quite high, even when it's on the lowest setting. This isn't necessarily a fault of Eureka's, but it's a word of warning if you are short and you're looking for a desk to suit your needs. I'm 5ft 4in, and I think anyone under that would struggle with this desk.

I tested the desk with my partner, who is taller than me at around 6ft 3in, and he was able to comfortably use the desk at its lowest setting. If you are on the shorter side, it's worth choosing your chair well to make sure you can work comfortably based on this.

Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk: Price and availability

Available in one size with a black, oak, or black walnut finish

Eureka Ergonomic's Wonder Glowing Glass Desk only comes in one size, but there are price differences when it comes to the materials used on it. The black one (pictured throughout this review) is priced at

899, whereas the oak or black walnut versions are

999.

It's a very well-made and sturdy desk, and has a classic design which means it's right at home in most office spaces. It's also not as large and imposing as other desks of its kind, so it's a good choice if you want a smaller desk that's also under $1,000.

However, it's important to note that the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk's price tag puts it at the premium end of the market. This pricing is in line with the $949 / £829 Secretlab Magnus Pro XL, depending on which material you choose.

The Wonder Glowing Glass Desk's finish makes it ~

50 more expensive if you go for oak or black walnut, but it works out ~

50 cheaper than Secretlab if you opt for the standard black model.

Ultimately, you are paying for the unique and responsive lighting design across the desk, as well as the materials used. So if you're not really bothered by the glowing features of the desk, you might want to choose a cheaper option. I think this is worth the price given its unique selling point and overall quality.

The Eureka Ergonomic GTG Wave has a similar RGB vibe at a much smaller price of $599.99, without the touch-sensitivity that the Wonder Glowing Glass Desk has. It is also not a standing desk, so it does not boast that additional feature.

If both Eureka Ergonomic and Secretlab are out of budget, however, we recommend the

340 / £360 / AU

420 Flexispot E7, a 5-star rated standing desk which is budget-friendly but does not skimp on the quality.

Eureka Ergonomic primarily sells to the United States, though they do have retail partners in the UK and select European countries; however, our Aussie readers won't be able to get their hands on any of Eureka's products right now, as they currently don't ship to Australia.

Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk: Specs

Frosted Glass /Thermofoil top frame, Alloy Steel, Carbon Steel base frame

29.5in ~ 47.25in x 23.625in x 47.25in / 74.93cm ~ 120 cm x 60 cm x 120 cm

Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk: Design and features

Remote control allows you to adjust the light color and patterns

Dual-motor frame that adjusts from 29.5'' to 47.2'', great for converting to a standing desk

Beautiful star-like lighting covers the entire desk

By far the biggest selling point of the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Desk is the starry lighting across the entire thing. It makes it a unique choice and really pretty to look at.

Eureka describes the desk as being an "industry-first luminous desktop that reacts to your touch", and it is seriously cool. It feels more special than your standard RGB setup as it covers the entirety of the desktop and responds to your touch instantly, without any delay. You can draw patterns, drum on the desk, and do other wonderfully distracting things whilst you're meant to be working.

The lighting setup is a fun addition which livens up your workspace whilst still keeping a sleek and polished aesthetic, and you can easily turn the desk lights off to switch between fun and serious. The touch-activated lighting does not make it any less of a professional standing desk; it merely adds to it.

You do need to plug the desk into a socket, of course, but as long as you have one nearby, you can play around with the lights til your heart's content.

If you like, you can also choose to have twinkling lights on the desk without you needing to touch the material. This is a good option if you want to get on with things whilst being surrounded by a starry backdrop that manually moves without needing your input.

It's easy to cycle between the different colors and light patterns thanks to an included remote control, which I'll demonstrate below.

Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk: Performance

I have been using the desk for both everyday work and gaming. Even though it is a fairly compact desk and fits nicely into my attic, I should warn you that it is a heavy and also very fragile desk with glass elements. I would strongly suggest you ask someone to help you if you want to take the boxes upstairs, as even before assembly they are cumbersome.

The same can be said for building the desk. This is very much a two-person job, and you need to be extremely careful not to shatter the glass panel on the desktop. Once it is built, however, it is very robust, and I am confident that it will stay stable due to weeks of regular use. It is also easy to build thanks to printed instructions that clearly outline what you need to do.

If you have a bigger setup than me and require cable management, the desk does feature some. Underneath the desk are five slots for you to organize your cables, securely fastened in when you assemble the desk. It's hidden away. Due to my minimal setup, I only have one cable running through this, the one that's connected to the desk itself, but it can handle the wiring associated with a more complex PC setup.

The desk also easily converts to a standing one thanks to a touchscreen console on the front of the desk. It is easy to use, and there wasn't any stiffness or delay in converting the desk between the seated and standing positions.

I really can't fault the performance, and in my experience, this is a solid desk that's very nice to use every day. It feels professional and well put together, and everything operates as it should.

Should I buy the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk?

You want something different The twinkling light effect is different from your average desk; everyone who has visited my home wanted to try out the touch-activated lighting themselves.

You want something spacious, but not domineering The desk comfortably fits in my attic office, and there's enough room for my partner's desk too. It doesn't take over the entire room.

You want a lot of storage space The desk comes with a relatively small drawer, so if you have a lot of accessories and stationery, this might not be for you.

You need a budget-friendly desk This falls under the premium category, and you may feel that it isn't worth the investment.

Not keen on the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk? Here’s one cheaper gaming desk (without standing conversion) to consider and a much more budget-friendly standing desk.

Frosted Glass /Thermofoil top frame, Alloy Steel, Carbon Steel base frame

29.5in ~ 47.25in x 23.625in x 47.25in / 74.93cm ~ 120 cm x 60cm x 120cm

43.3-74.8 x 26.7 x 22.8-48.4in / 110-190 x 68 x 58-123cm

Eureka Ergonomic GTG Wave If you're keen to try Eureka Ergonomic but don't have the budget for the Wonder Glowing Desk, the GTG Wave is a great option for those who love RGB and a sleek finish. It is not a standing desk, but ideal for gaming.

For more information, check out our full Eureka Ergonomic GTG Wave review

Also consider the Flexispot E7 If you want something similar to the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk that doesn’t break the bank, consider the Flexispot E7. It’s a standing desk that performs excellently and comes in a wide range of color options.

For more information, check out our full Flexispot E7 review

How I tested the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk

I used the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk as my main desk for two months for this review. In that time, I played a huge variety of games on my gaming laptop, and I also did everyday work on my Mac Book Air while sitting adn standing at it.

I spent a lot of time playing around with the lights and trying out the different settings, as well as testing it out in both its seated and standing modes.

Lucy is a long-time movie and television lover who is an approved critic on Rotten Tomatoes. She has written several reviews in her time, starting with a small self-ran blog called Lucy Goes to Hollywood before moving onto bigger websites such as What's on TV and What to Watch, with Tech Radar being her most recent venture. Her interests primarily lie within horror and thriller, loving nothing more than a chilling story that keeps her thinking moments after the credits have rolled. Many of these creepy tales can be found on the streaming services she covers regularly.

When she’s not scaring herself half to death with the various shows and movies she watches, she likes to unwind by playing video games on Easy Mode and has no shame in admitting she’s terrible at them. She also quotes The Simpsons religiously and has a Blinky the Fish tattoo, solidifying her position as a complete nerd.

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How I tested the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk
I spent two months using the Eureka Ergonomic Wonder Glowing Glass Desk, and it's beautiful — but there's one small problem