When comparing Belkin Loft vs Roost Laptop Stand, the Slant community recommends Belkin Loft for most people. In the question“What are the best laptop stands for Macbooks?” Belkin Loft is ranked 5th while Roost Laptop Stand is ranked 7th.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Top of the stand is open allowing for improved airflow
Pro Easy assembly
The Belkin Loft consists of two pieces of aluminium and one centerpiece. Easy assembled the Loft with its ringlike centerpiece provides a stable stand with cable management.
Pro Rubber grip holds the laptop in place
Rubber grip on top of the stand holds the laptop in place and prevents scratching on the laptop's surface. Rubber grip on the bottom of the stand holds the stand in place and prevents it from scratching whatever surface it's on.
Pro There's a hole in the back for easy cable management
The hole in the back allows keeping the desk clean from a jumbled mess of cables.
Pro Area under the stand is great for storing the keyboard/mouse
Pro Highly portable
This stand folds up into a compact package and comes with a carrying case, making it perfect to take with you on the go.
Pro Holds the screen at eye level
The height and angle that this stand holds a laptop makes the screen more eye-level than most other laptop stands.
Pro Adjustable height
This stand offers 3 height levels that are quickly and easily adjustable.
Pro Good build quality
Made out of glass-fiber reinforced Nylon, so it's very light-weight and durable. Has rubber feet to prevent slipping.
Cons
Con Requires assembly
The assembly is very straightforward, but the fact that it consists of multiple parts means that it won't be as sturdy as unibody stands.
Con Not portable
Even un-mounting it...it doesn't become portable because it occupies a lot of space.
Con Not suited for using laptop keyboard/touchpad.
Due to the angle and height this stand holds a laptop, it makes using the laptop keyboard and touchpad difficult. This stand is made for use with a separate keyboard and mouse.
