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Who we are

Built by people who work from home

RankWhizShelfran started in 2023 when a small group of writers and a former office furniture fitter grew tired of "best of" lists that read like catalogues. We publish from Birmingham and test equipment in real home offices — box rooms, alcoves and kitchen tables — rather than showrooms.

Our aim is simple: help you spend less, spend in the right order and end up more comfortable.

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Methodology

Four criteria, scored out of ten

I

Fit

How wide a range of heights and builds the product suits, measured against BS EN 1335 and BIFMA dimensions where relevant.

II

Adjustability

Range, precision and ease of every control — because a feature you cannot reach easily is a feature you will not use.

III

Build

Materials, standards compliance, warranty length and availability of spare parts.

IV

Value

Cost spread across a realistic five-year life, including resale and refurbished options.

Independence

No paid placements, ever

Brands cannot buy a ranking or review. Where we link to retailers we may in future earn a small commission, and if so it will be disclosed on the page; it never affects scores. Corrections are welcome — tell us if we got something wrong.

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