Monitor Arm ML2: Hold Your Monitor and Laptop in One Place

When a monitor and an open laptop share the same desk, the surface fills up fast. Screens sit too low, the keyboard gets pushed around, and there is barely room left for notes or a cup of coffee. The Monitor Arm ML2 is built to solve exactly this: a single mount that holds both your monitor and your laptop, so two screens work side by side while your desk stays clear.

What the ML2 is and who it's for

The ML2 is a desk-mounted arm for a monitor (up to 32 inches) with a separate shelf for a laptop. It is a practical choice for anyone working in a hybrid setup, where the laptop becomes a second screen next to a larger monitor instead of being tucked away somewhere on the desk.

It fits well for:

• home workspaces, where every bit of desk area matters;
• office desks, when you want to add a work laptop next to a main monitor;
• anyone moving between home and office who wants a dedicated spot for the laptop.

Key features

The ML2 is thoughtful but straightforward, with no unnecessary extras:

• Two devices on one mount. The monitor mounts on top, while the shelf below or beside it holds the laptop.
• Load capacity up to 9 kg. Suited to typical monitors and laptops within the stated combined weight.
• Fits monitors up to 32 inches. Covers most common work-screen sizes.
• Static mechanism. The screen is set to a comfortable position and stays firmly in place, with no unwanted drift.
• Desk-clamp mounting. Installs without drilling: the clamp secures to the edge of the desk.

Why it helps day to day

The main value of the ML2 is ergonomics and order. A raised monitor helps keep the top of the screen near eye level, so you lean toward it less and put less strain on your neck and shoulders. A laptop placed on the shelf next to the monitor becomes a full second screen instead of something you keep shuffling under the keyboard.

The freed-up desk surface also means more room for your keyboard, mouse, notes, and personal items. The static mechanism suits anyone who wants a stable, set-once position rather than a screen they constantly reposition.

Practical use cases

The ML2 works especially well where a laptop and monitor are used together: for example, video calls through the laptop's camera while the main work happens on the larger monitor. It also helps in compact workspaces where you need to make the most of a small desk.

If you are looking for a simple way to tidy your workspace and gain a second screen without adding another monitor, take a look at the Monitor Arm ML2 in the ProDesk catalog and check whether it fits your desk and equipment.