Beren Neale
Beren has worked on creative tech magazines and websites at Future Publishing for over 13 years. Cutting his teeth as Staff Writer on the digital art magazine ImagineFX, in 2012 he found himself bridging the magazine/website divide as Commissioning Editor on the newly launched Creative Bloq. Since then he moved up to lead ImagineFX, was Launch Editor of the fine art magazine Paint & Draw, moved to Canon Pro Europe website as Deputy Editor, and then edited the graphic design magazine Computer Arts. In 2020 he moved back to Creative Bloq, the biggest global art and design website, as Deals Editor. Now as Ecom Editor, when he's not testing and reviewing the best ergonomic office chairs, phones, laptops, TVs, monitors and various types of storage, he helps digital creatives get the best deals on the kit that they need and love. Outside of work, Beren likes rock climbing and dancing to James Brown. Only James Brown.
Latest articles by Beren Neale
![Our three picks of the best office chair pads.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9vQrTgHYyrSoH6dUf97zx3-320-80.jpg)
Sit comfortably with the best office chair pads
By Beren Neale published
Add extra support with the best office chair pads around.
![Two pretty great ergonomic chairs.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TPUJtGEPCfrBGv7RF38UbS-320-80.jpg)
I don't often rate all budget office chairs – but this one punches above its weight
By Beren Neale published
Let's look at what you actually get when buying an office chair for under $250.
![A black Embody chair next to a standing desk.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SYZYz63GoqyY83J32sfEcB-320-80.jpg)
Herman Miller Embody review: There is no perfect chair... but this comes close
By Beren Neale published
Some chairs just feel faultless when you sit in them, and the Embody is a great example – if you've got the money.
![A chair deal.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AiBKYUNYfUvdniC6vpDPZA-320-80.jpg)
I’ve tested loads of office chairs and one of my favourites is on sale now
By Beren Neale published
You save $98 and get a headrest for free!
![Three options for our top pick of the best standing desk chairs.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/59eS4k49BoLuMbur8AgNXV-320-80.jpg)
The best standing desk chairs and stools
By Beren Neale last updated
Get more energy with the best standing desk chairs and stools
![A close up look of the seat of the Verve chair.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9iuFEJzBzomvRNTtqKXboB-320-80.jpg)
OK, I think I may have found the best office chair for creatives
By Beren Neale published
I've reviewed chairs for years, but this is the one I'd recommend to most people working from home.
![A full shot of the Sihoo Doro S100 chair in a corridor.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JNGpssmbHr4pf2s2ACJJHg-320-80.jpg)
Sihoo Doro S100 chair: a touch of luxury ergonomics on a budget?
By Beren Neale published
This is yet another decent entry in the lower-mid price range of ergonomic chairs (though it's not perfect).
![Two men sitting at desk](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j9eUYooYJP3cSximGvf96n-320-80.jpg)
How to sit properly in a chair
By Beren Neale published
Save your back, with our guide to how to sit properly in a chair
![Laptop vs Chromebook, a collage of a windows and a chromebook](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7kkkaYeRZjYQwuHQ5xPTF5-320-80.jpg)
Laptop vs Chromebook: which is best for you?
By Beth Nicholls last updated
Deciding whether you should buy a Chromebook or a "regular" laptop? You've come to the right place.
![The Aeron versus the Embody chair.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZjkdeZHdRaEqANKsCFT54n-320-80.jpg)
Herman Miller Aeron vs Embody
By Beren Neale published
Two high-end office chairs go head-to-head.
![An Aeron vs a Gesture chair](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GykiJn3fLFG8StyQbaYNd5-320-80.jpg)
Herman Miller vs Steelcase
By Beren Neale published
In the battle of Herman Miller vs Steelcase, who wins out?
![Office chair vs gaming chair on a blue and cyan background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/S5bdJ2C6uugQcXBF22seSQ-320-80.jpg)
Office chair vs gaming chair – which is best for ergonomics?
By Beren Neale last updated
Everything you need to know to choose the best type of chair.
![iMac on a desk by the window at home](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nvx4tgHj7WrSCYAXFQxGj6-320-80.jpg)
The expert guide to working from home
By Mike Griggs last updated
Make home-working a success for you and your clients.
![Best cheap 4K monitor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AcRTnpnd35YB9ZVFjnYofY-320-80.jpg)
9 pro tips for creatives working from home
By Tina Touli last updated
Hone your home working set up with advice from a pro designer.
![XP-Pen tablet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5LtKgMWAFJ5grP6ezu2r9S-320-80.jpg)
The best XP-Pen drawing tablets
By Beren Neale last updated
Find big savings across a range of the best XP-Pen drawing tablets and pen displays.
![Our top pick of the best standing desk, with a white border around it on an orange background.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LXEsLvJDTZkZSJuLtxT7Ej-320-80.jpg)
Get a standing desk and feel better at work
By Beren Neale last updated
The best standing desk deals will help you avoid back pain (and could change your life).
![BenQ PD3220U](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CCMkyz9m9jttyAKrDA3Y99-320-80.jpg)
BenQ DesignVue PD3220U monitor review
By Beren Neale last updated
Graphic designers and photographers will revel in the BenQ PD3220U’s solid out-of-the-box colour accuracy.
![Three Apple Watch 9s in a row.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QxPxv6DP6rmAJ5h27nb3hK-320-80.jpg)
Apple Watch Series 9 price alert: the best deals on my favourite Apple Watch
By Beren Neale published
The Apple Watch Series 9 is Apple's most recent smartwatch with all the best features. These are the best prices currently available.
![Our three pick of the best camera for beginners.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MfYbMfVaPeJbJ3QJbjtURS-320-80.jpg)
The best camera for beginners in 2025
By Matthew Richards last updated
Get started in style with the best camera for beginners.
![Best chromebooks for cricut; three chromebooks on a red background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kLPogwvGA5ViFrwfTzSRYZ-320-80.jpg)
The best Chromebooks for Cricut machines
By Ian Dean last updated
Our testers and reviewers rank the best Chromebooks for Cricut to enable you to improve your creativity for less.
![A shot of the various best Macbook Pro accessories against a white background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Zms3P8ezd6ee4NPXoqkEzi-320-80.jpg)
The best MacBook Pro accessories
By Joe Foley last updated
Get kitted up with the best MacBook Pro accessories around.
![Three of the best L-shaped computer desks on an orange background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P8po8ZuBrmNKNpB9g6HGNW-320-80.jpg)
The best L-shaped computer desks
By Beren Neale last updated
Buying Guide Get more space to work with the best L-shaped computer desks.
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