I nearly went bonkers with neck and shoulder pain from sitting at my computer. Whether traveling or at my local coffee shop, hours spent with my head tilting downwards to read the screen screwed with my body. Then I bought The Roost, a collapsible, nearly weightless, travel-friendly laptop stand. (This post is not sponsored) and it worked!
In my office, I use a 27” monitor. I sit straight up, view my work at eye level and keep my shoulders relaxed. Unfortunately, I can’t take my monitor with me. I can easily pack The Roost.
(Disclaimer: I am not getting paid for this endorsement. However, if you choose to buy with the link above I will receive a small percentage of the sale.)
The Roost Portable Laptop Stand
high so I adjusted the Roost height accordingly.
To use The Roost, you’ll need an external keyboard and mouse. You can type with the computer on the Roost but that pulls your shoulders forward, defeating the purpose.
The Roost comes with a small travel pouch about the width of a ruler and approximately the same length.
(Disclaimer: I am not getting paid for this endorsement. However, if you choose to buy with the link above I will receive a small percentage of the sale.)
If you’re wondering if I am a shill for the brand—and I could understand why you might draw that conclusion—rest assured, I have no relationship with the company and I paid full price. I just wanted to pass along something I loved and found useful.
Other travel tips you may find useful
Systane and Zaditor: How to Beat Dry, Itchy Eyes When You Travel
Guide: How to Survive Long Flights in Economy
37 of the Best Podcasts to Listen to at Home or Away
Great Gifts for Travel Lovers They’ll Actually Use
Learn How to Travel Stress-Free – Use This Pre-Trip Checklist
For regular updates sign up for The Insatiable Traveler’s newsletter
Pin to Share
Thanks for the informative review. I’ve been curious about these. Now off to Amazon =)
It’s really made a huge difference in the comfort I feel traveling. If you get it, let me know what you think.
I will. Thanks again.
Great .. thankxxxxx
Thank you!
Oh my gosh thank you so much! I’ll be traveling to Russia soon and I’ll have to go get myself one of these!
It’s a lifesaver. Seriously.
THANKS FOR SHARING!
I DON’T TRAVEL, BUT I SO NEED THAT.
It really makes a difference.
Thanks for article, amazing
You’re most welcome!
??
Hi there – what’s your question?
I honestly felt that it was a little too expensive but then I realized that your health is priceless.
I agree, if there was a comparable competitor for less money I would do it. It is pricey, but to your point, I’m so happy not to have a sore neck that is been worth it.
Quite useful 🙂 ..
So helpful!! I love mine
Thank you very much, Susan, I’ve been looking for something like that, now I have one, thanks to you, I’ll let you know as soon as I get it if it hlps me as much as I think it will.
Great! Please let me know what you think when you’re had time to try it
Oho Nice tips…Will surely help…as I am always travelling and also using my lappy…
It will change your life
This looks so handy! Although I’d be worried my laptop would come crashing down any second…
If you have the edge of the computer slipped into the Roost’s clamps, it’s very very steady. No problems to date. 🙂
quite a good idea
It really works. 🙂
Nice write-up! I tried buying through your link, but the code isn’t working. I pasted it in as “QXJA-4D34DK-XKEX2Q”. Should it still be working today, 3/22?
Thanks!
How interesting! Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure. It really helps if you have the neck and problem
Amazing Post
Thank you!
Information stored for when I finally start my journey around the world! 🙂
It’ really helps!
Nice,This Article Very Usefull
Nice,, Thanks for Information
Thanks for article,, It’s useful
Very Usefull,Thnks For Sharing
My pleasure. I love to sharing the wealth when I find something that really works.
i read this while cramped up with a sore neck. not for much longer 🙂
Right?! That was pretty much my experience. Lol
That’s really cool man! Thank you
You’re most welcome
I Think That’s All Expensive, But That’s Cool haha
Woww, That’s Good Man, Thanks For Sharing
You’re most welcome!
expensive 🙁
It’s definitely not cheap, but I’ve found that it’s worth it.
I´m pretty sure 🙂
o thanks
were can you buy one
I provided an amazon link at the end of the post along with a 25% off coupon code. 🙂
i like your article, very inspiring and thank you for your post
I am so glad I came across this! Cool idea!
It’s great. I love mine.
Hey this is really nice, I myself thinking of getting one. Very informative.
I’ve really found it makes a difference. Glad you felt the post was helpful.
Now that is a good idea. When I travel I don’t tend to take my laptop, I do all my cataloguing and processing when I get home.
I envy you Mark. I have to have my laptop with me. And I often process at night when I get back. I’m a bit of a Type A individual. LOL
Haha 😊
This looks wonderful. My neck/shoulder have been really bad the past week or so due to this very thing.
I think it’s a classic issue. My stepmother is taking an online course and doesn’t have a monitor so she uses the laptop as is. She was having terrible neck and shoulder pain, plus headaches derived from the muscle cramping. She got the stand and she loves it.
Please share if you know any friends that might be able to use it. With 25% off, it’s better to get it now.
Great idea. The things we do to our necks …
Lyle, it’s made a big difference on the road especially when I’m spending hours editing photos.
Great thanx!! :))
You’re most welcome. You’ll love it.