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  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 34 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Belkin Laptop Cooling Stand manages to both look good and offer effective cooling, despite having only a single fan. Read review

Specs: White

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 19 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Antec Notebook Cooler uses dual USB-powered fans to provide effective cooling for hot laptops. Read review

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 4 reviews

The Bottom Line: The massive Xpad laptop desk isn't going to turn any heads with its utilitarian look, but it can definitely cool down an overheated laptop. Read review

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  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.5 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Targus Lap Chill Mat is among the least-ugly laptop fan stands we've seen, helping it rise above the generic-looking competition. Read review

Specs: Gray

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Portable and sturdy, this lap desk is moderately effective in protecting your lap from heat. Read review

Specs: Black, 1.4 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Antec Notebook Cooler S is much smaller than other fan-powered laptop coolers, but is also slightly less effective. Read review

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• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 21 reviews

Manufacturer description: Ready to replace your desktop PC with a complete notebook solution? The key is using HP's xb3000 Notebook Expansion Base with your notebook. Designed for the needs of consumers ... Read more

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  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Logitech Portable Lapdesk N315 is great for couch-surfing if you need to use an external mouse, so long as your laptop isn't too big. Read review

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• Average user rating: 1.0 stars out of 4 reviews

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The simple, affordable Logitech Alto Express elegantly elevates your laptop to a more ergonomic height. Read review

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  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.5 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Griffin Elevator laptop stand seems designed more for display than for ergonomics. Read review

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Alto notebook stand is a creative attempt to make using a laptop at a desk more comfortable, but due to a few design issues we can't recommend it for everybody. Read review

Specs: Black

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Manufacturer description: ASUS - Innovative Solutions for a Limitless Tomorrow. ASUS is devoted to providing leading-edge technologies, and best-value solutions of the highest quality to all its customers. ASUS provides innovative technology ... Read more

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  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.5 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Logitech Notebook Riser N110 is a flexible ergonomic stand, but check first for a perfect fit if you use a thinner laptop. Read review

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• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 8 reviews

Manufacturer description: The Targus Notebook Portable LapDesk is a folding tray that supports a notebook computer or PDA keyboard while on your lap, plane service tray or other surfaces that require more ... Read more

Specs: 1.3 lbs

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• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 5 reviews

Manufacturer description: Access all of your multimedia devices with one easy ExpressCard connection that offers high-bandwidth performance, 4x faster than USB.

• CNET Editor rating:
  2.5 stars Average

  Overall score: 5.5 (2.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Targus Universal Notebook Docking Station with Video would be a winner if the VGA-over-USB experience were more fluid; however, video performance is so poor that we'd wager most people won't use it. Read review

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Manufacturer description: Use your laptop screen as your monitor, and position it at the perfect viewing height. Save space on your desk and use a single connection for power, peripherals, and the ... Read more

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Manufacturer description: With the Office Suites Laptop Riser Plus from Fellowes, use the height adjustment feature to raise your laptop to eye-level to help prevent neck strain - and raise your level ... Read more

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.4 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 1.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Toshiba's Advanced Port Replicator III is compact and offers more ports than any other setup, but it's not easy to attach. Read review

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Manufacturer description: Now you can enjoy the convenience of your laptop when you're not on the road. The USB 2.0 Laptop Docking Station with Video allows you to easily connect ... Read more

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• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: As a well-styled stand for orienting a MacBook vertically, the BookArc succeeds, but at a premium price. Read review

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

Manufacturer description: Keep your notebook running cooler, longer. Kensington's LiftOff Portable Notebook Cooling Stand lifts the notebook to promote airflow and reduce heat buildup. Adjustable tilt and height lets you put ... Read more

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