Everything you need
to know before buying an office booth

A booth’s weight could be another red flag to consider. Booths manufactured from lower-quality materials often weigh 200-240 kg. To enjoy a truly acoustic environment, you’d be looking into products over 300kg.

Products with a wall thickness of 7 cm or less will have a harder time blocking sounds effectively. Look for products with a wall thickness of 8-10 cm, as usually it’s a good indication of how soundproof the booth will be.

Booths using single-layer glass or, worse, plexiglass (a plastic alternative) doors, don't stop sounds from entering/leaving the booths. If you’re after a soundproof office pod, then you’re bound to be disappointed.

Even small gaps can drastically reduce the soundproofing and ventilation quality.  To enjoy an acoustic effect, look for booths that have a rubber seal and multiple magnets around the perimeter of the door.

Cheaper products often have direct ventilation channels with no soundproofing materials, meaning the air comes in and out of the booth directly from the office – and so does the sound. Truly soundproof office pods will have acoustic air vents, not holes in the floor.

The ISO certification is the closest thing to a universal soundproofing standard. When comparing booths, always ask for an official ISO (23351-1:2020) certification to make the right call. And be cautious of manufacturers that don’t want to share it or promise >30dB reduction. The advertised soundproofing level might not match the official testing results or might be based on cherry-picked data.

A great booth should offer a snug, private space for getting important stuff done – with no one looking over your shoulder and into your screen, right? That’s why desk placement is a core requirement for a privacy booth. Avoid booths with desks mounted on the back wall as they leave users feeling exposed and uncomfortable.

The workplace is constantly evolving: upsizing, downsizing, or relocating – flexibility is essential. Booths without wheels are anything but flexible. Reassembling them just to move across the room is time-consuming, costly, and frustrating. Opt for booths with integrated wheels for a smarter, long-term solution!

Neglecting connectivity results in a poor experience. Booth users frequently need to charge devices, so socket placement matters. While most manufacturers place sockets above the desk, some cut corners by hiding them under the table (leaving cables at your feet) or even on the roof!

Mini desks are great for saving space, but not so much for working comfortably. Booths fitted with tables so small they barely fit a laptop make longer stays tiring. Opt for roomier desks that can hold multiple working essentials, such as a laptop, mouse, drink and notebook.