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The Haworth Fern has two main design styles. One model has a headrest and a unique, adjustable lumbar support that moves up and down to help make it more comfortable for users. However, even though, on paper, this was great for some, it was not as popular as expected.

So, Haworth released a new variant with no headrest and no middle lumbar support, offering only the comfort built into the chair's backrest. I’m very glad that Haworth released the newer version. I was part of the group that wasn't a huge fan of the first model, but when I met the second model, I became a much bigger fan.

I have a love-hate relationship with headrests on ergonomic chairs, but for this one, it just wasn’t working with me. I also really appreciate the change-up for the lumbar support. The first one was good; some of my team even preferred the first version, but I am a bigger fan of the second.

Haworth Fern: Price and availability

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The Haworth Fern starts at around $1200, with price alterations depending on the type of material use (mesh, digital knit, gradient knit, and leather), colors, and other features. Fully configured with 4D arms, an adjustable lumbar, a headrest, and premium materials, it costs $1,500 or more.

You can get it from the official US website, as well as other online retailers.

It's also available starting from £1190 from Haworth's UK website.

Compared to some in our guide to the best office chairs - think the Herman Miller Aeron (~$1,695), Embody (~$1,995), and Steelcase Gesture (~$1,200) - the Fern is competitively priced in the premium ergonomic market.

(Image credit: Collin Probst // Future )Haworth Fern: Unboxing and First Impressions

I’ve become really good at building chairs over the years of testing, but this one was by far the easiest I have ever built. All I had to do was cut open the box with my Grovemade Box opener, and then we were good to go.

The chair arrived completely assembled, with cardboard and padding protecting the base, and a bag wrapped around the chair itself.

Since I saved time on assembly, I was able to hop over and start testing the chair itself much faster. Right off the bat, I was thrilled with the design and the cool colorway, and even the material choice was great.

Haworth Fern: Design & Build Quality

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This chair stands out. I’ve had a lot of chairs, and this one will stand out as unique. It’s impressive. It’s clean and sleek, yet has a cool pattern that makes it feel special. But at the same time, it looks like it could fit into either a home office or a traditional office setup. It has a traditional style and quality lumbar support, though the model I am focusing on has less lumbar support than the other variant of the same Fern chair. I chose no headrest and no lumbar addition for this one, as I, along with several others, prefer this model.

Haworth has a spectacular 3-part Wave Suspension System hidden within the otherwise simple backrest design. They use what they refer to as fronds, connected to a central spine, or central stem, to create a level of anchored support to then pair with the third layer of the Wave Suspension System, the cradle, adding a layer of supported comfort on top of everything, altogether creating an intentionally designed chair, not just a panel to lean against.

Even with all that said, the Fern has it all built into an otherwise unassuming design, blending in beautifully and offering refined comfort in a chair that isn’t obnoxious. The one thing Haworth was willing to be a bit standout-ish in was their choice of woven knit material. It’s noticeable when you get up close to the chair, and it’s great. It’s breathable, it’s comfortable, it’s soft and doesn’t scratch, yet it doesn’t feel like I’m sitting in my grandma’s sweater either. It’s a great material, and it works for all-day use.

Haworth Fern: In use

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I don’t know about you, but it feels like work keeps getting busier and busier. Perhaps I’m doing it wrong, but gone are the days of wondering what I’ll work on next. I feel like I have a never-ending to-do list across the businesses I work with, my own business, and others. I sat down a few days in a row attempting to really focus on testing out this chair, and next thing I know it was hours later of getting things done, and I barely even remember anything about the chair.

Day two came around, and the same thing happened. Then, a third. At first, I felt bad that I wasn’t focusing on the chair, but then I realized that perhaps that’s the best possible note for review. I forgot I was using a chair. I stopped thinking about it. I just focused up and got work done. I wasn’t focused on gadgets or cool tricks, I didn’t have to adjust the chair over and over again, I didn’t have to keep playing with the lumbar support, nor adjust the headrest, I was able to sit back, get the tension set once, and then get to work.

Some chairs take a long time to get used to, to dial in, or to get “just right,” or maybe they’re great in some positions for some tasks but not for everything, so you feel like you need to frequently adjust or re-position, or maybe you desire a different chair for part of your day, depending on your working scenario. Thankfully, with the Haworth Fern, I haven’t experienced needing to change my seat around at all.

I can use this chair all day long, without needing or wanting to swap it out, even with the abundance of chairs around me. I was able to get my full testing in without any problems, and my team loves this chair too. I always test chairs and gear myself, and then have others test as well to ensure I’m not just an odd bird with what I like. My team loves the Fern. Some of my team members prefer the extra-lumbar version and the headrest version I got first, but most prefer the second model with standard lumbar and no headrest.

I like my chairs pretty tight. I like still being able to push back, but I want resistance, and quite a bit of it. This one gives me exactly that, which is great. For the times I wanted to stop, Haworth planned for that too and allowed the chair to be locked in a limited-range setting.

I also chose to get the tilt option. At first, I didn’t think I’d need it, but as a tester, I decided to give it a shot. It turns out that if you’re the kind of person who sits forward, leaning on your forearms on the desk while typing or writing, or if you simply find yourself already leaned forward, the tilt alleviates pressure and makes for a more comfortable experience. And, since it’s as easy as flipping a lever, you can switch in and out of this tilt mode super easily.

Haworth Fern: Final verdict

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The Haworth Fern delivers on its promise of adaptive, all-day comfort through genuinely innovative engineering. Its patented Wave Suspension System and edgeless back design create natural support that moves with you rather than against you.

After extended testing, the Fern proved itself to be a chair you can forget about — in the best way — allowing you to focus on work instead of constant adjustments. While the premium price point and lack of a full mesh option may deter some buyers, the Fern's combination of ergonomic excellence, sustainability credentials, 12-year warranty, and 30-day trial makes it a worthy investment for remote workers and office professionals who spend long hours seated.

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The Lenovo ThinkPad Lineup has been tried and true for generations of laptop variants, all scoring fairly well in reliability, durability, features vs. price, and all-day usability. The ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1 is a big jump for Lenovo, putting a convertible form factor into their popular T-series lineup and risking cannibalization of their X-Series lineup. But, before we get there, let's dive into this laptop and how it performs on its own, without considering other devices.

The ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1 is a 14-inch laptop with a screen that can flip all the way around, converting the standard laptop shape into a more traditional tablet shape, all while running the same version of Windows 11. Additionally, this device supports Yoga Pen compatibility, providing another input option if you want to draw, mark up documents, sign contracts, or edit in other ways.

This computer has an Intel Core Ultra 200U series processor, also known as Arrow Lake, balancing performance and efficiency pretty well for this size machine. It’s worth noting that the Lunar Lake variants, unlike the Arrow Lake, are usually a bit more powerful, but for this model, the Arrow Lake is used to balance power to increase battery life. That alone says a lot about the device's intentionality and how it was designed to be used.

This is not designed as a powerhouse; it’s not meant to be the one machine to rule them all, and it’s not trying to break records with its performance. It’s trying to give a good experience when it comes to power, give you plenty for what you will probably actually need in your day-to-day life, all while giving you enough battery, which, if you’re getting a laptop, not a desktop, you probably really care about. As a niche device, it's unlikely to feature in our best business laptop round-up, where the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 stands out as the top 2-in-1 device.

However, this machine is built for those who need laptop functionality, with the added value of being able to mark up documents, photos, or other files. It’s built for people who redline a lot of documents and sign a lot of contracts, but it’s also for those who just need a tried-and-true 14-inch laptop with a few tricks up its sleeve. It’s not trying to be the most powerful machine, nor the most lightweight, it’s not trying to be the most brilliant display, or the best battery life ever. What it’s trying to do is give you a good amount of everything, all while staying at a decent price range.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1: Price and availability

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The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1 starts from $1345 / £1830, available from both Lenovo US and Lenovo UK, as well as many online retailers.

There are, of course, options to buy from other retailers as well if you want to. The model I have reached is just over $2,000 and features an Intel Core i7 265U, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD Storage. For this review, I also have the Yoga Pen, which is an optional accessory and comes with some packages.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1: Unboxing and First Impressions

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If you’ve unboxed one Lenovo ThinkPad, you’ve unboxed them all, at least up until this point. The vast majority of ThinkPads use near-identical packaging. This one has a matte-black box, minimal branding, and recyclable cardboard inserts. Personally, I’m thrilled to see less and less Styrofoam. Not sure if it’s my musical background that hates the sound or something else in me that hates the way it squeaks, but regardless of the reason, I am thrilled to see more cardboard.

Within the packaging is the ThinkPad, the charging brick, the USB-C Cable, documentation, and then the pen came separately. One thing that took a second to get used to, as an avid iPad user, is that this pen needed to be recharged via USB-C, I guess much like the entry-level Apple Pencil. Not a huge downside since the battery lasts for a while and recharges quickly, but worth noting.

Right off the bat, the build quality and aesthetic of the ThinkPad shine through. The now-standard business professional look, the standout ThinkPad badging, and the little red light. Once you open the machine, the keyboard has a bright red touchpoint in the middle, along with the physical trackpad buttons for clicking.

Of course, with any 2-in-1 device, one of the first things I try is the hinge. This one feels very sturdy, no wobble or weak spots, it feels like it was, obviously, meant to do this, and do it a thousand more times and beyond. I didn’t have any worries about the build quality or the hinge's longevity, unlike other 2-in-1s I’ve seen that have the hinge snap after just mild use.

All in all, the laptop's first impression was solid. It feels good, it looks good, it works… good…. It operates in a really positive manner, and it feels like something that could handle the daily grind as a daily driver.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1: Design & Build Quality

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ThinkPads have always been known for their reliability. Believe it or not, I’ve been off of social media for the last 5+ years. What I do have is YouTube though, and I’ve now seen on my algorithm (as nerdy and niche as it probably is) people who are restoring old and dated ThinkPads with simply a new battery after the old ones were left plugged in for literally years and maybe adding some storage and sending them back out the door as fully functional devices for another few years. That’s wild. The hardware holds up, the keyboards stay snappy, the hinge holds strong, and the style, thanks to Lenovo keeping it simple, has stayed intact. Not many companies can say that. Some can, but not a lot.

Adding a 360-hinge to this tier of ThinkPads makes sense, especially because, with how Lenovo does it, you could never use these devices in tablet mode without feeling like you’re getting a partial laptop experience. Nay, rather, Lenovo makes it a simple value-add, not a form-factor change or compromise. With some devices, you can tell it’s a 2-in-1 because there are compromises in how a “real” laptop functions, but with the ThinkPads, whether they are 2-in-1 or not, they all function at the same level — and that’s impressive.

Moving on, the Lenovo Yoga Pen, which works with this ThinkPad, magnetically attaches to the side of the display, not the top or bottom. At first I wondered why they chose that placement, and then a mere moment later as I was testing tablet and tent mode, I realized that if the pen was at the top then it would have to be removed, or get knocked off, if used in tent mode, and Lenovo probably is a bit smarter than I am, so they thought ahead and chose to put it on the right side of the display.

When it comes to ports, I am genuinely shocked at what they can fit in these machines. There is barely enough thickness, yet Lenovo says “hold my adapter” and squeezes in a full-size HDMI port, two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, a headphone jack, an optional Nano SIM, and an optional Smartcard reader. For this size laptop, that still blows my mind.

For those of you who maybe don’t treat your laptop like a newborn baby, you’ll be pleased to see the MIL-STD-810H, which ensures that your laptop can withstand all sorts of treacherous things you may allow to happen. Though I’ll still always suggest a good laptop bag from any number of spectacular companies like Nomatic, TimBuk2, Bellroy, Troubadour, or Airback, to name a few of my favorites.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1: In use

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I’ve got a fleet of laptops that I rotate. As I’ve said in past reviews, I usually carry two laptops, my iPad mini, and rotate between one to four workstations throughout any given day. I have 8 backpacks that I actively rotate through, and a team that helps me run extended tests to ensure longevity and multi-use cases. This laptop has been in my bag pretty frequently and has been good to great to use, depending on how you look at it.

If you look at this laptop compared to other devices in the ThinkPad line-up, I am admittedly a bit confused about why you’d choose this laptop over the X1 2-in-1 Gen 10. Unless, of course, you desire the longer-lasting battery and you care less about the higher-resolution display and more about either saving that money or putting it back into the machine for a higher-grade chip, RAM, or storage.

If you’re in that camp, then this, on its own, is a great device. On the basis of being a business professional machine that doesn’t need a high-end display, this laptop is flexible, durable, reliable, powerful, has a great battery, looks great, supports touch input, and has great ports.

I’ve taken this machine into meetings with me, where there are elements I can’t or don’t want to type out, so I whip out the Yoga Pen and jot down or sketch what is being described. I’ve used this to sign contracts, I’ve used it to edit some of my own writing and others, marking it up with “red ink” and sending it back, I’ve also used this as a great way to draw out ideas for a project I am working on where we are remodeling an area of an office and we wanted to get on the same page for design. I will say, this display is only 60Hz, so don’t expect a brilliant experience that’s just like pen and paper with this, but it will get the job done for basic tasks in the moment without having to grab another device or even worse, actual paper (ha!).

Beyond its uses as a Yoga Pen, this laptop has been incredibly comfortable to type on for long periods. The trackpad is responsive and easy to get used to. I still personally have to remind myself to use the touchpoint, but when I do, I am always pleased with how easy it is.

Yes, the display isn’t the best, but for professional business use, plenty of people still use 1080p in the real world, and this display works great for them.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1: Final verdict

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The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 Gen 1 marks a solid debut for the T Series convertible lineup. It balances Arrow Lake efficiency with all-day battery life, ThinkPad durability, and genuine pen input versatility. The user-replaceable battery and MIL-STD-810H certification make it a smart long-term investment for mobile professionals who need flexibility without sacrificing reliability. While the Full-HD display and 60Hz refresh won't wow creative pros, business users prioritizing portability, battery life, and that iconic ThinkPad keyboard will find this to be a capable, dependable companion.

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This is the first monitor I’ve seen that unashamedly focuses on getting the business owner's or the IT procurer’s attention, rather than the user's. As someone who fills that role at a company right now, if we had Windows machines, or better yet, if we had Lenovo laptops, which a lot of corporate businesses do, this becomes a near no-brainer for 95%+ of the staff. It allows for easy hot desking and remote management of devices, so you don’t even have to set foot on that floor or even in that building to service them, and the reliability is spectacular.

On paper, if you’re comparing this to displays featured in our best business monitors round-up, it’s not the most graphically brilliant, but Lenovo knows not everyone needs the best of the best, especially when the price tag is usually too high to bear. They’d rather dazzle in other areas, one of which is a reasonable hit to the wallet. Especially if buying in bulk.

Lenovo ThinkVision P27Q-40: Price and availability

The ThinkVision P27Q-40 is widely available from online retailers, as well as Lenovo's own website.

In the US, it's priced at $289 from Lenovo. In the UK, it's currently £360 from Lenovo's UK site.

Lenovo ThinkVision P27Q-40: Unboxing and First Impressions

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First impressions of this monitor were really simple. The unboxing was simple; there’s nothing flashy or glitzy. I did notice the unique cutout in the baseplate right away, but once I got everything set up, I got used to it pretty quickly. I will say that if you’re used to a standard monitor with all ports facing down, you’ll be confused, like I was. it took me looking a third time to notice the USB-C ports on the side, and it took me looking at the promotional tools for this panel to notice the USB-A under a rubber grommet on the top of the monitor. But once you find those, you realize just what the focus of this display is.

A few more quick things to mention: the bezels are pretty thin, the assembly was super easy, and the monitor comes with a generous amount of cables to kit out your new display. I only have one of these displays, but after looking through the documentation and finding that this has a USB-A on top, I noticed the big push for daisy chaining too, which a lot of ThinkPads offer, so it makes sense that Lenovo would push it for this display.

But I want to take a second to make sure you know how big of a deal that is. With one cable, you can plug into multiple monitors without a dock. You can sit at a hot desk or at your desk, plug in one cable, and connect to your display, charge your laptop, add another display, a webcam, and more. No docks, no special plugs or devices for your IT pro to manage. Just the monitor.

I also noticed, very quickly and obviously, that this is a very “ThinkPad” style of monitor. It has the same matted black finish, with subtle red accents and minimal Lenovo branding. There are sharp yet softened edges, no fluff, just a business-ready machine or display at your service.

Lenovo ThinkVision P27Q-40: Design & Build Quality

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Continuing with Lenovo, that’s said in the best way: Lenovo has made its name for having a professional look for a reason. They don’t stray and create wild new designs for every new model because that’s not their goal. Their goal isn’t to chase the next, best, or upcoming things; it’s to take what is working, make it better, and ensure reliability across the board. They do that with their laptops and their monitors.

As I mentioned, the bezel is minimal, making pairing with a second P27Q-40 really easy. And because there's no loud branding or large chin, you can easily pair this with another display in any orientation, not just two side by side. You could drop one in portrait, in one of my favorite setups: a center landscape with a portrait to the right of the center display. To make an arrangement like this, Lenovo allows its stand to rotate 90 degrees or even -90 degrees, which I don’t believe I have seen very often.

Lenovo ThinkVision P27Q-40: In use

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I’ve had this panel in my suite of monitors for the last 106 days at the time of writing this sentence. It’s been used for research, writing, virtual meetings, watching Dude Perfect and Bluey, playing background music in shots, project management, and as a secondary monitor for another monitor. It’s all done well.

Now, I will caveat that this is not a 4K display, so of course, it’s not as brilliant a panel as some of the 6K panels I am currently testing. But I bet if you showed up at a Fortune 500 company or a corporate office complex and asked the average employee whether they even needed 4K, most wouldn’t be able to answer, or would answer no. Unless they are in the tech space, care deeply about visuals and graphics, work in the creative space, or have another reason, most do not need or care about a full 4K resolution, so why spend the money?

I learned this lesson the hard way a few years ago when I built a co-working hot-desk space for a business I work with. I built 6 spectacular hot-desking workstations, each with dual 4K monitors set up in different orientations, hidden DisplayLink and Thunderbolt Docking stations so they looked integrated and would work with any laptop, and a single USB-C connection to run the whole deal. It was glorious. Now, a few years later, of the 20 or so staff that could use those spaces, exactly 2 even take advantage of the 4K resolution; everyone else has everything so blown up it’s not even worth having a 4K panel for them.

All that to say, a QHD panel is plenty clear and good enough for the average employee, even in 2026, especially with the advanced features the ThinkVision P27Q-40 offers. In my experience using it, I had no trouble with spreadsheets, project management, checking email, writing, sitting in a virtual meeting, plugging in and charging while running the display from my machine, and even twisting the base to get it situated just right.

Lastly, I like to think that I have a pretty good eye for monitors. And while I can’t always tell the difference between lower and higher refresh rates, your eyes will thank you. High refresh rates aren’t just for gamers and video editors. A high refresh rate makes for a smoother experience for your eyes, and if your eyes are more comfortable, you can get more done more quickly, allowing you to step away without exhausted, painful eyes. The Lenovo ThinkVision P27Q-40 seeks to do exactly that: offer eye relief without charging a fortune in upfront or ongoing costs, by using a variable display to conserve power.

Lenovo ThinkVision P27Q-40: Final verdict

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This is the monitor that the IT pros would choose for the co-working spaces that they support. It would be a monitor that a finance team member would choose. It’s the kind of monitor that makes business sense.

True, it’s not the flashiest, but that's by design. Instead of wowing you with shiny features, it earns your trust and respect by showing up day after day and performing the way it should. It has enough features to make it worth grabbing in 2026, and a price tag that makes it reasonable to, even in mass.

If you’re a video editor, a photo editor, a professional gamer, or a person who needs 4K or above, then this is not your monitor. There are plenty to choose from. But if you just need a monitor that will get the job done, provide reliable connections, and make asset management easy, you should absolutely check this monitor out for your office.

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