Lap Gear Jumbo Lap Desk Black
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Customer Review: Eh, alright. Good product.
Summary: 3 Stars
Before you order this on amazon, check out your local Barnes and Noble or Target first. I found this exact item in pink (also available in purple, blue, and black) at Barnes and Noble for $14.95 and it's a much better deal because you get your item immediately with no shipping cost. Target also had a much bigger lap desk with a wood top and a black bean bag cushion also for 15 bucks (wood is better quality than plastic because it doesn't warp plus one end of that lap desk was kind of curved so it fit to your stomach).
Anyways, this one is a good product for the price. It's a good deal for someone on a budget (like a college student) and all you need is a no frills hard surface. The surface of the plastic top isn't perfectly smooth (it's like writing on a slightly bumpy wall) so if you plan on writing on it without bumps you'll simply need to layer a paper or two underneath the one you're writing on. I use it to view my laptop in bed and it works great. I have a rather large laptop (Dell Studio 17 inch) but there's plenty of extra room, about two inches on each side, when I place my laptop on it. Since my laptop comes with a mini stand on the underside of the battery I have no problems with ventilation and I just needed a hard surface. The plastic top is kind of flimsy (you can easily flex it with your hands) so I could understand that it may warp if you put a super-hot laptop on it over time. If this is a concern try looking for a more durable wood/metal top lap desk but if you want an inexpensive flat surface then this is a good buy. The huge clip on the side comes in handy when I'm studying with a bunch of notes (my air conditioner and fan sometimes blows them away) and the grooves for pens is a nice touch. It's fairly comfortable but I wish that the fabric of the bottom cushion was 100% cotton (cotton is more breathable and cooler) than this fleece-like fabric because it gets a little hot on my lap but, eh, it's alright.
Customer Review: Just what I was looking for!
Summary: 5 Stars
As a student who hates sitting at desks and prefers to be on a couch or in a comfortable chair to do work, I often have trouble figuring out how to adequately manage all of my books/papers/etc on my lap without them falling all over the place and being disorganized. I was looking for something that would neatly, safely, and comfortably hold my laptop/ book/ papers/ whatever the task at hand, and this was just right. It's strong enough to hold my 6 pound laptop, but not too bulky or heavy on its own. It can easily go in a corner or under a chair until it needs to be used. The cushiony part is comfortable and soft, and the surface is not too porous or textured to write on. It's super convenient! I do everything on it--reading, writing, computering, crossword-puzzling, sudokuing, eating, repairing, painting my nails... Plus, with the pencil holders I don't have to get up to find my lost pens every half hour. The only flaw, so far, is that the little cover-like things on the corners of the clip fell off, so when I put paper under it there's a dent... but it doesn't really bother me, it's still a functioning clipboard. If I were designing it myself, I'd throw in a cup holder and have the top open up to a storage area... but for my needs, and for the price, it's perfect!Customer Review: The best, but not perfect
Summary: 5 Stars
I've been using a laptop desk every day for years. My old one has been puffing beads out the seams for some time. You can buy something plain and simple like I already have at Walmart for about the same cost and save shipping charges but, since I'm a serious and longterm user, a few more dollars is well worth the investment. The larger size of this unit is perfect. It's not too big to be an inconvenience. I personally don't need the clip on the side, but I know it will be useful to some. The recessed spots at top are great for pens and pencils. Durability? It appears more rugged than the simple thing I've been using for years. So why do I say it isn't perfect? Well, I gave it 5 stars for being better than the rest, but I'm not keen on black. I don't like staring at a black surface while reading and studying. White is far better. Some of you may be "into black" but I don't think it is a comforting color. I'm even thinking of spray painting it white! Otherwise, this laptop desk ought to provide years of satisfaction.Customer Review: Eh, it's ok, but...
Summary: 3 Stars
I work from a couch more than I like and have placed my 15" laptop on my belly and lap for a few years. It was never as comfortable as working at a desk. I figured a board would work, then came across this 'lap desk'.
My lap desk is black with a black cushion. Nice.
The clip that holds papers is really, really nice.
Other reviewers have pointed out that the surface bends more than they'd like. That is true for me too.
Other reviewers have stated their laps get warm when using it. That is true for me too. It is summer here now, so that extra heat isn't wanted. In the winter, I'll certainly enjoy it.
If/when it breaks (I think this is likely), I'll keep the cushion and replace the platform part with some finished wood. OTOH, I've had it about a month and there are no signs of snapping or cracking and only use it about 50% of the time when on the couch.
Customer Review: just another piece of plastic for the land fill
Summary: 2 Stars
I'm here today looking for a new laptop desk to replace this one. I have owned this particular laptop desk for about a year. It has split down the middle almost all the way through and the pillow backing has thinned out to the point of being uncomfortable and hard on the knees. It also has a very small lip that runs all the way around the perimeter of the desk that can become irritating to the wrist if you use an external mouse. It doesn't have any cooling ability, that I can detect, for either my lap, or more importantly, my computer.
I suppose it would be good for occasional use, or to clip papers to, but it's not made for daily or extended periods of notebook use.
Like I said, I'm here looking for a lap desk that is basically everything this one isn't. Durable, comfortable, protective (from heat), and stylish. Hope such a thing exists.