The fit comparison
Compare the published fit limits
The vidaXL range is for the frame. The COSTWAY range is for the main work surface.
Scroll across the table for every fit check.
| Model | Height range | Worktop | Crank check |
|---|---|---|---|
| vidaXL manual crank frame, black For an existing compatible top | 71–113 cm frame only | Separate top, 120–180 × 60–80 cm listed | Check clearance with the crank fitted. |
| COSTWAY two-tier manual desk, white For a complete desk with a shelf | 75–113 cm main surface | 120 × 60 cm overall, two tiers | Folding handle. Check its side and swing. |
Measure the surface you will type on
Measure a comfortable floor-to-key height while seated with supported feet, then repeat standing in your normal shoes. Subtract the height of the keyboard from its feet to its keytops to find the work surface height you need. If the keytops work at 74 cm seated and 109 cm standing and the keyboard adds 2 cm, your surface needs to reach about 72 cm and 107 cm.
Read the range reference before comparing desks. A frame-only figure needs the thickness of the worktop added. A two-tier desk may publish the higher shelf as its overall height. Check the main work surface against your typing measurements and check the screen height separately.
vidaXL hand-crank frame for a compatible top
The black vidaXL frame lists 71–113 cm without a desktop and a compatible top size of 120–180 cm wide by 60–80 cm deep. A 25 mm top would make the theoretical finished range 73.5–115.5 cm, before any other adjustments. Confirm the top’s material, mass and fastening requirements with the exact frame instructions.
For an existing compatible top
vidaXL manual crank frame, black
This frame has a hand crank and takes a separately selected approved worktop.
Add the top thickness to the frame range. Check top mass, size and fixing requirements for this exact model.
- 71–113 cm frame range
- Worktop sold separately
- Hand-crank adjustment
Trace the feet and the handset or crank location on the floor plan. Check the crank’s working position with the desk at both ends of travel. A side wall, drawer or a chair arm can leave the handle reachable and still block a complete turn.
COSTWAY complete two-tier crank desk
The selected white COSTWAY has a 120 × 60 cm overall footprint. The Amazon UK listing states 75–113 cm for the main surface and gives a 126 cm maximum overall height. The upper tier moves with the desk. Use the main surface range for keyboard fit and check the actual monitor height against the ceiling or shelf behind it.
For a complete desk with a shelf
COSTWAY two-tier manual desk, white
The manual desk includes a working surface and a raised rear shelf that moves with it.
Use the lower surface for keyboard height and check the crank sweep and raised shelf separately.
- 120 × 60 cm overall footprint
- 75–113 cm main surface
- Folding hand crank
The listing describes a folding crank with a choice of side during assembly. Check the manual for the delivered version. Test the handle position with the chair pulled in and the nearest door open. If you intend to switch heights often, consider where you will stand while adjusting it and whether you can access the handle without moving the keyboard.
Plan the travel and adjustment effort
Keep fingers, cords and furniture away from moving parts. Adjust only within the maker’s range and load instructions. Ask the maker how it rates the desk while the handle is turning, including whether the worktop and shelf load count. Leave a relaxed bend in the leads at the highest setting and keep loose cable out of the crank path at the lowest.
If you expect to switch positions several times a day, try a comparable handle if you can. Note how far you need to reach and whether you can turn it with the chair tucked in. Ask about travel per turn if the listing gives no indication of effort or adjustment time.
Common questions
Does the vidaXL range include a top?
It is the frame-only range. Add the approved top thickness to calculate the finished work surface.
Does COSTWAY’s 126 cm maximum refer to the keyboard surface?
The listing gives 113 cm for the main surface at its highest setting. The overall measurement includes the raised tier.
Where should I put the crank?
Follow the assembly instructions for permitted sides. Check the handle sweep and access with the chair in position.
Can I reuse an existing desktop?
Check the frame’s approved dimensions, weight, material and fixings before reusing it.
Can I leave everything on while changing height?
Follow the maker’s moving-load and distribution guidance. Keep cables clear and secure items that could move.
Sources and selection
Sources and Amazon UK listings checked in November 2026. Dimensions and fit checks use published specifications. Published specifications for COSTWAY two-tier manual desk, white come from the selected Amazon UK listings.