Secretlab's Magnus Evo Strips the Pro to $749, Keeping the Magnetic Cable System That Makes It Work

What it is

Secretlab Magnus Evo is the trimmed-down version of Secretlab's premium Magnus Pro standing desk, starting at $749 for the 1.5 m length. TechRadar's review frames it as "streamlined and refined but unmistakably Secretlab in spirit." Available on Secretlab direct and on Amazon.

What's interesting

The value proposition is specific to Secretlab ecosystem buyers. PC Gamer's review frames it correctly: the Magnus Evo is "a great desk option for anyone who looked at the Magnus Pro but couldn't stomach its hefty price tag." The Pro starts meaningfully higher, so the Evo opens the Magnus cable-management and accessory ecosystem to buyers who wanted the look but not the full cost.

The cable management is the headline feature that carries over from the Pro. Secretlab's product page confirms the integrated power supply column, magnetic cable management tray, and compatibility with Magnus-line magnetic accessories. Tom's Hardware's hands-on emphasized that the cable management is what actually distinguishes the Magnus line from competing sit-stand desks in the $500-$800 range: IKEA BEKANT and Fully Jarvis both require third-party cable-management kits, while Magnus Evo ships it integrated.

Height adjustment is electric and precision-capable. Secretlab's comparison page documents 28.3 to 46.1 inches (72 cm to 117 cm) range with millimeter-level adjustment. For users who actually alternate between sitting and standing during the workday, this is the baseline capability; for users who set a height once and leave it, manual-crank desks at $300-$400 are functionally equivalent.

Size options are two: 1.5 m (approximately 59 inches) and 1.77 m (approximately 70 inches). The larger size handles triple-monitor setups and gaming with peripheral space; the smaller works for dual monitors or single ultrawide configurations.

Competitively, the Magnus Evo sits against Uplift V2 ($699-$799 depending on top material), Fully Jarvis ($599-$999), IKEA BEKANT ($249 manual), and Secretlab's own Magnus Pro at higher tiers. Uplift and Jarvis both offer more top-material options (bamboo, reclaimed wood) than the Magnus Evo's metal-focused aesthetic. Magnus Evo's differentiator is the magnetic cable-management ecosystem (monitor arms, under-desk shelves, magnetic cable covers sold separately) and the gaming-aesthetic bias that resonates specifically with Secretlab chair owners.

What's missing or unverified

Add-on costs are the real spend. TechRadar flagged that "add-ons easily take the overall cost to over $1000 if you want the full shebang", the magnetic monitor arms, under-desk shelves, cable covers, and accessory trays are each priced in the $60-$200 range. A Magnus Evo base purchase with a realistic accessory set lands meaningfully above the $749 headline number.

Weight and mobility are constraints. Once built, the desk is heavy and the magnetic steel top is not meant to be moved frequently. Buyers with unsettled housing (frequent renters, students, military) should factor disassembly and reassembly into the purchase decision.

Shipping costs are non-trivial for the XL size, especially to remote locations. Secretlab's European and Asian markets have different pricing and shipping models; this review is US-focused.

Who it's for

Buy this if you have an established home office or gaming setup, you want integrated cable management rather than zip-tie solutions, and $749 plus $200-$400 in accessories fits your budget. Remote workers, streamers, and anyone who has been eyeballing the Magnus Pro but found it too expensive are the specific fit. Pass if you primarily care about desk-top material options (Uplift and Jarvis have more choices), if you need to move the desk frequently (it's heavy), or if a $250 IKEA BEKANT with zip-ties actually solves your needs.

Verdict

70/100. Magnus Evo delivers the Magnus cable-management ecosystem at $250-$400 below the Pro, with a build quality that matches Secretlab's broader reputation. Buy it if you are committed to the Magnus accessory ecosystem; shop Uplift or Jarvis if the cable management does not justify the price delta.