I tried a dual-screen extender to boost my laptop's productivity, but the battery drain, bulky setup, and resolution drop ...

For maximum productivity, pair a laptop with an external monitor. For maximum confort and space, add a VESA monitor arm.

Monitor arm buyers generally have the option of single or dual armatures — and, previously, those with limited space (or no need for a second monitor) didn't have much use for a two-arm mount.

When using the Acer PD3 Dual-Screen Portable Monitor, it sufficed perfectly fine. It was easy to use, essentially just being plug and play with it syncing up to my laptop practically instantly.

When using a dual-screen gadget, things can get wonky as you try moving and sizing windows. I've used a few dual-screen devices with Windows 11 but tested the FlipGo Pro with Windows 10.

Why it made the cut: This WALI dual wall mount allows you to entirely free up desk space while holding two monitors up to 27 inches each. Key features: Max monitor weight: 14.3 pounds Compatible ...

This dual-screen portable monitor folds up to make it easier to slip into a backpack. You can also fold the two 15.6-inch displays back for when you want to show someone else what’s on your screen.

Specifications of this stacked dual-screen monitor include: Display size: 2x 24-inch Thickness: 4″ Brightness: 250 nits Resolution: 1080p Refresh rate: 60 Hz Ports: 2x USB-A, USB-C w/ 100W ...

How we chose the best monitors for dual-screen setups I’ve been writing about and reviewing monitors and TVs for over a decade, giving me extensive hands-on experience with a wide range of ...