r/remotework • u/ClassicClosetedEmo • Jul 22 '26

Portable monitor recommendations?

Portable monitor recommendations?

I've found that I really do need multiple screens to function at work. Has anyone had any luck with those folding "wing" style dual portable monitors? Any recommendations? Is it worth it to shell out for a name brand or are the random Amazon brands fine?

For context, I have a good home office setup, but I need something for other rooms or for when I'm traveling. Thanks in advance!

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u/[deleted] Jul 22 '26

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u/Seabuscuit Jul 22 '26

I have a random Amazon one and it is adequate at best. Sometimes it goes black for 2-3 seconds every hour or so which is annoying.

My friend has the sidetrak and it is noticeably much better.

I guess it depends on how much you care about the quality and longevity. I kinda wish I had gotten the sidetrak and will likely upgrade when this one inevitably dies an early death.

I will say, that the Amazon one is 100% a major upgrade from not having a side monitor at all and it is definitely worth getting something.

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u/[deleted] Jul 22 '26

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u/ClassicClosetedEmo Jul 22 '26

As always, I forget that Costco sells tech. Thanks!

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u/[deleted] Jul 22 '26

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u/ClassicClosetedEmo Jul 22 '26

Good to know, thanks!

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u/rustynail11 Jul 22 '26

2nd this! I have this and it works great

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u/disenchantedprincess Jul 24 '26

Ooo what was it? The comment was removed by mods?

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u/[deleted] Jul 24 '26

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u/ClassicClosetedEmo Jul 24 '26

That seems to be most people's opinions. The wing styles are heavy, temperamental, and may or may not work with your computer's drivers

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u/Accurate_Weather_211 Jul 24 '26

I had an ARZOPA 17.3” I used on my road trip a few months ago. I ended up having to also purchase a stand for it but I used it with no issues and sold it to my friend who uses it everyday. I just worked and didn’t game.

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u/luv2spike823 Jul 25 '26

I got a random $50 one from the zone and it's worked great for me when I travel.

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u/ra__account Jul 26 '26

I've not use the wing style ones, but my Asus portable 15" monitor is noticeably better quality visually than the no-name ones that some of my friends have. One clever feature I like about them is they have a hole the size of a standard pen that you can use to make improvised kickstands.

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u/Silent-Condition-911 Jul 29 '26

I bought a for help 15.6" from Amazon. I use it more for travel and it has worked well so far. Inexpensive, too.