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Turning your bed into a home office—or your own private screening room—has never been easier.

Eating and being productive in a cozy space—your bed, a couch, an armchair—isn’t always easy. However, with a bed tray table on hand, you can make working from bed as practical as it is comfortable. And as more and more people are working from home on a full- or part-time basis, there are an increasing number of beautifully designed, tech-equipped bed trays perfect for turning any space into a home office.

These trays also work well for breakfast in bed, as a place for your kids to do their homework, or even a spot to park your laptop or tablet for a movie night in bed. Before you buy, discover what factors you'll want to consider before purchasing a bed tray of your own.

Bed tray tables will come in handy people with a wide variety of needs. Keep the following in mind to pick the best bed tray to suit your specific needs.

Charging Capabilities: Some, but certainly not all, bed trays come with built-in charging capabilities. The ones equipped with USB charging tend to be pricier.

Purpose: The perfect breakfast tray is going to be quite different than the perfect work tray. Think of how you’re going to use the bed tray before clicking buy, considering factors like height, storage, and whether or not the surface of the tray lends itself to holding a laptop, writing on paper, or whatever other activities you intend to use it for.

Extras: Many trays now have built-in adjustable heights, angles, and accessories like drawers and media slots.

We thought about all of the ways you might want to use a bed tray, from work to breakfast in bed, and looked for options that addressed those needs. We also considered different budgets, design aesthetics, and practical concerns. We reviewed professional assessments from reputable publications to compile our list, narrowing it down further to include only models with an average customer rating of four or more stars on sites like Amazon and Walmart.

This tray fits laptops up to 17.3 inches, as well as most tablets. Plus, it comes with an inset media bar that will hold tablets, eReaders, phones, and paper materials at two optimal reading angles. The tray is made from natural bamboo, which is a renewable resource.

The contoured tray can be lowered to make it easier to access the top, and the carrying handles make it a cinch to safely transport a loaded tray. The legs fold, which makes storage simple. Reviewers say the tray is “well-made” and praise its value for the price.

This tray is a great legless option for those who want to be able to eat food or work in bed. The tray will hold laptops up to 15 inches wide and has a cell phone slot that can also be used to hold pens, small notebooks, or other office supplies.

The padded section of the tray comes in a wide variety of patterns, from classic gray and black buffalo plaid to the gold and white style seen here, and conforms to the dimensions of your lap, with reviewers saying it's particularly comfortable to use.

This bed tray is ideal for someone who wants a simple, straightforward tray that they can use for either work or a meal in bed.

This bamboo tray is Amazon’s No. 1 best-seller, and while it doesn’t offer any bells and whistles, its solid construction, handles for easy mobility, and folding legs have earned it legions of fans. The tray is constructed from eco-friendly bamboo, one of the fastest growing plants on the planet, and reviewers praise its excellent quality.

This bed tray is ideal for those who want to work in bed. The edges are rounded for safety, making it a great option for the youngest and oldest members of the family, as well as those with mobility issues.

The Kwanshop tray comes with a free fan and light, and has a complete USB interface, a cup slot, and a card slot for a tablet or PC. The tray table folds up for easy storage. Reviewers say it's lightweight, good quality, and has ample space for laptops and tablets.

This tray table makes an excellent desk and has numerous useful bells and whistles, too. The tray features a built-in 10,000 milliamp per hour (mAh) power bank to completely recharge your phones and tablets, as well as a touch-enabled USB LED light. The tungsten steel-reinforced tray is extremely durable and its height can be adjusted by users.

The desktop can accommodate a 15-inch laptop, and the foldable legs underneath allow you to tuck it away when it’s not in use.

This luxury tray table comes with a ton of bells and whistles, making it very customizable. There are five heights and four angles to choose from, an extra-large desk space that will accommodate laptops up to 17 inches, USB charging capabilities, double drawers and slots for accessories, and spots where you can prop up your tablet or phone.

The foldable legs make it easy to tuck away when it's not in use, and the PVC leather gives it an authentic old-fashioned desk feel. In fact, some reviewers call this the “ultimate” bed desk.

This stylish and distinctive cedar tray with hand-tooled leather detailing is a unique work of art. While this is not a tray that would be practical to use every day, it’s a wonderful option for special occasions (Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, etc.) and to give a guest or family member a truly gourmet breakfast in bed experience. The tray is handmade, inspired by Spanish Colonial artistry, and would make an excellent gift.

This sturdy tray is a great option for those who spend a lot of time in unusual places (the bed, the couch, etc.) trying to get work done. This multifunctional table works as a laptop and tablet stand, snack tray, or breakfast tray, with an easily adjustable height and angle. It's made from environmentally friendly engineered wood, and comes with foldable legs, which makes it easy to store. Reviewers say it's easily assembled and very sturdy.

This tray table features auto-lock buttons that allow you to adjust it to five different heights, and clamps that can be used to adjust the surface to four different angles. It also comes with a detachable mouse and notebook slip to keep your device safely anchored. The tray features a pen and pencil slot and drawers for accessories, making it a wonderful option for artists and gamers.

The legs are foldable, making it easy to store. One reviewer writes, “I can’t say enough positive things about this product...This tray is big enough to hold a tablet and a phone with enough space next to your laptop to have a journal for notes.”