Kensington SmartFit Solemate Plus Foot Rest - Black

Product Overview

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The Kensington SmartFit Solemate Plus is one of those desk add-ons that actually earns its keep—assuming you’re spending long stretches seated. It gives your feet something stable and adjustable, which can noticeably reduce that “constant shifting” feeling and take pressure off your lower back/hips. For the price (about £47 ex-VAT), it’s decent value for a workplace that’s trying to improve comfort without going down the big-ticket ergonomic route. If your staff use standard-height desks, or your chairs don’t quite get the tuning right, this is a practical quick win.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it for everyone blindly. If your desk is unusually low or you’re already set up with good foot positioning (e.g., fully adjustable chair/desk combo, right chair height, and a proper workstation stance), a foot rest can become unnecessary clutter. It’s also worth checking that the adjustment range will suit your typical user heights; the best value comes when it actually fits the majority of users’ legs comfortably. Overall: a sensible pick for office teams, hot-desking environments (where comfort varies), and anyone complaining about back fatigue—just don’t expect miracles if the core workstation height is fundamentally wrong.