There are countless products available to help mount one or two computer monitors, but what if you want to mount 3 or more monitors? Do you know which options are available? Chances are, there are more than you think.
This list is here to serve as a jumping off point as you begin your search to find the best monitor mount for you. When you don't know all of your choices, picking your perfect monitor mount becomes much more difficult. So, before you buy, let's look at the various options available to you.
In this article, you will see the most common types of single post mounting options for 3, 4, 6, and 8 monitors. As each mount type is described, a specific product example will follow.
Please note that depending on your specific needs/preferences, the examples shown may not be your best-fit. They are simply included to provide a helpful visual of each mount type.
To help make this easier, the article is broken down by the number of computer monitors you're looking to mount. This way, you can focus on seeing the options applicable for your set up. Then, we drill down on the two major options: mounting style and monitor configuration, followed by a specific product example.
To help you better understand the types of monitor mounts available, here are some things you should know and keep in mind.
1. Mounting Methods: Free Standing vs. Desk Mount
Monitor arms can be either free standing, just sitting on top of your worksurface, or they can be mounted directly to your desk.
To attach a single post mounting system directly to your desk, a clamp mount or grommet mount is used. A clamp attaches to the outside edge of your worksurface. A grommet mount attaches to the desk through a hole on your worksurface.
2. Monitor Size and Weight Requirements
It’s important that you know the weight and dimensions of your monitors. Each monitor mount/stand has weight and size restrictions to prevent instability or damage to either the mounting system or the monitors. Before you buy, make sure your monitors fall within the mount’s size and weight requirements.
Note: Some manufacturers specify their monitor size requirements using the width measurement, instead of the diagonal measurement many of us are used to. So, a word to the wise, make sure to correctly measure your monitor (width or diagonal) based on the specific size requirements.
3. Is your monitor VESA compliant?
It’s important that you check if your computer monitor is VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) compliant.
VESA provides the guidelines for basic hole patterns that are used to make attaching a display to a mount much easier. These patterns are measures between the hole both vertically and horizontally. The most common VESA compliant hold dimensions are 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm (monitors weighing less than 30 lbs.).
To see if you’re monitor is VESA compatible, you can take a quick peek at the back of the monitor and look for the hole pattern. If it’s attached to an existing stand, you may need to remove the mount to reveal the hole pattern. Otherwise, an internet search of your monitor’s make and model should be able to help.
4. Monitor Configurations
You’ll notice that there are many different ways to arrange your monitors when using a desk mount or stand. This article will showcase the most popular configurations.
For those looking for a more unique monitor arrangement , you may need to look into finding a custom mounting system.
5. Adjustability Options and Features
There are various options and features when it comes to the adjustability of monitor arms and mounts. You can have a mount that’s either fixed or height adjustable. Some allow users to swivel or tilt their monitors. Others have articulating arms, making the extension from the mount to the monitor longer and making it possible to pull the monitor forward or push it back.
It can be a lot to take in. So, to prevent you from getting overwhelmed, we will not break down all the specific adjustment features. Instead, we will simply point out a few features of the examples shown below.
When looking for a way to mount your 3 monitors, you have a choice between two different mounting styles and three different monitor configurations.
Monitor mounting systems can either have stand that sits on top of your worksurface, or they can be attached directly to your desk using a clamp or grommet mount.
The most popular configuration for 3 monitor mounts will be 3 x 1, with all three monitors side by side in a horizontal line. Another configuration is 1 x 3, with all three monitors stacked vertically. Lastly, some monitor mounts have a pyramid configuration, with 2 monitors on the bottom row and 1 monitor on the top.
Below, you’ll see examples showing each of the mounting and monitor configuration options.
Example: VIVO STAND-V003P
| QUICK FACTS: VIVO STAND-V003P | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | 13” to 24” (can go up to 27”, but there will be limited angled screen positioning) |
| Weight Capacity (per monitor) | Up to 17.6 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Tilt: -45° to +45° Swivel: 90° Rotate: 360° |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | $59.99 (Walmart.com, 12/4/19) |
Example: NavePoint Triple Vertical LCD Monitor Desk Stand
| QUICK FACTS: NavePoint Triple Vertical LCD Monitor Desk Stand | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 27" |
| Weight Capacity (per monitor) | Up to 22 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Lift: 11.5" Tilt: -15° to +15° Swivel: 360° Height adjustable |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | $64.12 (navepoint.com, 12/4/19) |
Example: Ergotron HX Desk Triple Monitor Bow Kit
| QUICK FACTS: Ergotron HX Desk Triple Monitor Bow Kit | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 24” (measured diagonally) |
| Weight Capacity (per monitor) | 2 to 10.2 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Height Adjustable: 11.5” Tilt: +70°/-5° Pan: 360° at arm and extension connection point Rotate: 360° |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | $299.00 (csiergonomics.com, 12/4/19) |
Example: VIVO STAND-V003T
Lift: 11.5” Tilt: -15° to +15°Swivel: 360°Rotation: 360°Height adjustableFully adjustable arms
| QUICK FACTS: VIVO STAND-V003T | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | 13” to 30” |
| Weight Capacity (per monitor) | Up to 22 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Lift: 11.5” Tilt: -15° to +15° Swivel: 360° Rotation: 360° Height adjustable Fully adjustable arms |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price |
$44.99 (amazon.com, 12/4/19) |
When picking a mount to hold 4 monitors, you have a choice between two different mounting styles and three different monitor configurations.
Monitor mounting systems can either have stand that sits on top of your worksurface, or they can be attached directly to your desk using a clamp mount, grommet mount, or rail system.
The most popular configuration for 4 monitor mounts will be 2 x 2 (two monitors on the bottom row + two monitors on the top row). The two other configurations include 3 + 1 (three monitors on the bottom row + one monitor on the top), and 4 x 1 (all four monitors in one row).
Below, you’ll see examples showing each of the mounting and monitor configuration options.
Example: Ergotron DS100 Quad-Monitor Desk Stand
| QUICK FACTS: Ergotron DS100 Quad-Monitor Desk Stand | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 24” (diagonal measurement) *Max. outside width of display is 23.25" |
| Weight Capacity (per monitor) | 31 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Rotation: 360° Height adjustable bows |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | $376.95 (ergodirect.com, 12/4/19) |
Example: Ergotech Quad 1 Over 3 Desk Stand
| QUICK FACTS: Ergotech Quad 1 Over 3 Desk Stand | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 24" |
| Weight Capacity (per monitor) | 25 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Rotation: 360° Tilt: +20°/-10° |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | $283.06 (amazon.com, 12/4/19) |
Example: Innovative Bild® Quad Monitor Mount
| QUICK FACTS: Innovative Bild® Quad Monitor Mount | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 24" |
| Weight Capacity (per monitor) | Up to 30 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Tilt: up to 200° Monitors can be positioned flat or in an arch Pivot: Landscape/Portrait |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | $710.50 (ergodirect.com, 12/4/19) |
Example: RightAngle Hover E Electric Monitor Arm
| QUICK FACTS: RightAngle Hover E Electric Monitor Arm | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 24" |
| Weight Capacity | Total: 140 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Tilt: 105° Pivot: 360° Various arm extension options Various rail widths available Height adjustment: electric, 15" of travel |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | List $2,650 (Consumers usually pay about 50% of list price) (raproducts.com, 12/4/19) |
When picking a mount to hold 6 monitors, you have a choice between two different mounting styles and two different monitor configurations.
Monitor mounting systems can either have stand that sits on top of your worksurface, or they can be attached directly to your desk using a clamp mount, grommet mount, or rail system.
The most popular monitor configuration for 6 monitor mounts is 3 x 2 (three monitors on both the top and bottom row). The second configuration is 6 x 1 (one row of all six monitors), but that often requires two posts rather than one (which we aren't covering in this article).
Below, you’ll see examples showing each of the mounting and monitor configuration options.
Example: Ergotech 3 Over 3 Desk Stand
| QUICK FACTS: Ergotech 3 Over 3 Desk Stand | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 24" |
| Weight Capacity (per monitor) | Up to 25 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Tilt: +20°/-10° Rotation: 180° |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | $384.43 (ergodirect.com, 12/4/19) |
Example: ESI Evolve6-FF
| QUICK FACTS: ESI Evolve6-FF | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 21.5” wide |
| Weight Capacity | 0.0 lbs. to 20.0 lbs. (per arm) 4.4 lbs. to 15.4 lbs. (per outside arm) |
| Adjustment Features | Tilt: +90°/-25° VESA Rotation: ∓90° 28.8” outside arm extension 6.0” center arm extension 4.0” retraction Various monitor arm options Height adjustment: Manual |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | List $1,432 (Consumers usually pay about 50% of list price) (esiergo.com, 12/4/19) |
You’ll notice that there are far fewer manufacturers that make monitor mounts capable of holding 8 monitors, but don’t let that get you down! There are still options available to you.
Monitor mounting systems can either have stand that sits on top of your worksurface, or they can be attached directly to your desk using a clamp mount, grommet mount, or rail system. It is more common to see mounts of this size being attached directly to the desk, rather than a stand.
The most common configuration for 8 monitor mounts is 4 x 2 (two rows each with 4 monitors).
Below, you’ll see examples showing the mounting and monitor configuration options.
Example: Innovative Bild® 4 Over 4 Monitor Mount
| QUICK FACTS: Innovative Bild® 4 Over 4 Monitor Mount | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 24" |
| Weight Capacity (per monitor) | Up to 30 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Tilt: up to 200° Monitors can be position flat or in an arch Pivot: Landscape / Portrait *Electric height adjustment no longer available |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | $1,334.20 (ergodirect.com, 12/4/19) |
Example: RightAngle Hover E Electric (One arm extension)
| QUICK FACTS: RightAngle Hover E Electric Monitor Arm | |
| Compatible Monitor Sizes | Up to 24" |
| Weight Capacity | Total: 140 lbs. |
| Adjustment Features | Tilt: 105° Pivot: 360° Various arm extension options Various rail widths available Height adjustment: electric, 15" of travel |
| VESA Hole Pattern | 75 x 75 mm and 100 x 100 mm |
| Price | List $3,801 (Consumers usually pay about 50% of list price) (raproducts.com, 12/4/19) |
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