StarTech.com Magnetic Monitor Privacy Screen for 24" 16:9 Widescreen Display, Removable Filter, Anti-Glare/Glossy, Blue Light Reducing Screen Protector, TAA

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If you’re working in an office where people sit close to your screen, this kind of magnetic privacy filter is one of those low-friction upgrades that actually pays off. For £80 ex-VAT, it’s priced like a “real” monitor accessory rather than a cheap afterthought, and StarTech tends to be reliable on fit/finish and usability (the magnetic/removable angle is the big win versus fixed overlays). It also makes sense if you regularly do video work or spend long hours staring at your display—reducing glare and blue light can make the day feel less punishing, especially in bright rooms.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if you’re expecting office-grade “zero viewing” from any angle. Privacy filters nearly always trade comfort and clarity for privacy, and colours can shift a bit while text can look slightly different depending on your monitor’s brightness and panel type. Also, make sure your “24-inch 16:9” matches your exact model closely—filters are picky, and if you’ve got a bezel shape that doesn’t play nicely, you’ll end up with alignment annoyance. Overall: worth it for privacy/glare-sensitive users (finance, HR, open-plan desks, call centres, engineers doing sensitive work). Not worth it if your priority is pure picture quality or you frequently swap screens.