Today we are taking a closer look at the WobbleMeter results for the IKEA Idasen, the predecessor to the popular IKEA Bekant. In our previous stability testing, we found that the IKEA Bekant had poor stability at all heights, including the lowest position. Let’s find out how the latest version of the frame did when the WobbleMeter measured the deflection for both wobble and rocking motions.
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What is the WobbleMeter?
If you’ve never had the chance to read our WobbleMeter posts, you’re probably wondering what it is? In short, The WobbleMeter was designed to provide an objective method of measuring a standing desks wobble and rocking motions. In order to keep our stability test posts short and to the point, we have created a page specifically for additional information on the WobbleMeter and how it functions. To learn more, please visit our Using the WobbleMeter for Standardized Stability Testing post.
WobbleMeter Score Range Guide
0-20 = Excellent Stability
Almost all of the desks tested at sitting height will score between 0-20. This is our baseline for excellent stability since most standing desks provide excellent stability at their lowest heights. Users in this range will not notice motion.
21-30 = Very Good to Good Stability
Between 20-30 most users will not notice the small amount of motion in this range.
31-40 = Good to Fair Stability
Between 31-40 some users may begin to notice the amount of motion in this range. This is especially true the closer the score is to 40.
41-50 = Fair to Bad Stability
Between 41-50 most users will notice the amount of motion in this range. This is especially true the closer the score is to 50.
51-60+ = Very Bad Stability
51-60+ all users will notice the amount of motion in this range. This is especially true for scores that are above 60.
IKEA Idasen Overview
Height Adjustment Range: 24” – 50”
Travel Speed: 1.48” Per Second (Surface Only) .98″ Per Second (100 lbs. load)
Noise Level: 58-60 (with only top) 60-63 (with 100 lbs. load)
Weight Capacity: 165 lbs.
Adjustable Foot Glides: 3/8” Adjustment
IKEA Idasen Tested
We used the standard IKEA Idasen version for this test. It included the 31.5″ D x 63″ W veneer surface that is included on the IKEA website and in store.
Overall Wobble (Side to Side) Deflection Scores
Wobble Deflection Testing Video
Detailed Wobble Deflection Scores
Detailed Wobble Deflection Scores @ 30″ Height
| Pull Force | 5 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | Total |
| 1 | 3 | 5 | 9 |
Detailed Wobble Deflection Scores @ 42″ Height
| Pull Force | 5 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | Total |
| 3 | 8 | 13 | 24 |
Detailed Wobble Deflection Scores @ 46″ Height
| Pull Force | 5 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | Total |
| 5 | 10 | 16 | 31 |
Overall Rocking (Front to Back) Deflection Scores
Rocking Deflection Testing Video
Detailed Rocking Deflection Scores
Detailed Rocking Deflection Scores @ 30″ Height
| Pull Force | 5 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | Total |
| 0 | 2 | 6 | 8 |
Detailed Rocking Deflection Scores @ 42″ Height
| Pull Force | 5 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | Total |
| 3 | 6 | 11 | 20 |
Detailed Rocking Deflection Scores @ 46″ Height
| Pull Force | 5 lbs | 10 lbs | 15 lbs | Total |
| 3 | 7 | 12 | 22 |
Full Results For All Standing Desks
See how all of the standing desks performed with our WobbleMeter tests.
