Here you will find the best computer keyboard trays you can buy. If you're looking for the best value, or the most economical systems, have a look at the Comfort Keyboard Tray and the WithInReach Swivel Keyboard Tray. Both of these systems are also available as single full-length (big board) platforms to accommodate both your keyboard and mouse on the same tray. Excellent mid-range models include the Optimal In-Line Keyboard System and the Intellaspace Simple Keyboard Tray. These give you a slightly superior feel over the budget models. Our premium options, made of the highest quality materials, are the Humanscale, Intellaspace and WorkRite keyboard systems. Our entire selection shown below was hand-picked to ensure that we offer you only the most durable, longest-lasting products.
» Keyboard System Installation Requirements
To install an adjustable keyboard tray you generally need a worksurface that is at least 1"-1.5" thick and can accept screws on the bottom side. This means most desks that are made of wood or faux wood materials are acceptable but desks made of things like glass will not work with most systems. Usually glass computer desks will come with some kind of built-in keyboard tray but if you happen to have one that doesn’t you unfortunately don’t have many options. If you have a normal desk and you don’t mind drilling a few holes on the underside of it than you meet the initial criteria.
Keyboard trays mount to the underside of worksurfaces via a steel track. With most popular systems the mounting tracks are 5" to 8" wide and 17" to 22" long. You need an unobstructed flat area at least this size on the underside on your desk to be able to install most keyboard trays. If you don’t have the required space there are specialized systems for this application but the options will be minimal.
Once you are sure your workstation meets the requirements for installing a new system you can then start to compare features of different brands. The general rule with keyboard systems is that the more you spend the better the product will be, and the longer it will last. It will also feel much better and be more comfortable during use. Some of the most reputable brands include WorkRite, Humanscale, Intellaspace, Kensington, Comfort Keyboard and 3M.