This is the fourth different laptop "desk" I have tried. The other desks I have tried have had hard surfaces (Wood or plastic) with soft cushions (memory foam or styrofoam peanuts) underneath. In all those cases, I found that the lap desk was uncomfortable to use after some time because the cushioning did not allow air circulation and made it hot. The wood/bamboo desks were also heavier adding to the discomfort. The Alsop is small lightweight and the design allows air flow so both the laptop and I stay cool during use. Because of its small size it is also easy to carry and use on the lap. My only quibble is with the lip which prevents the laptop from sliding off the desk. It rubs against my wrists during use. I find it preferable to rest my laptop on top of the lip instead of against the lip.Highly recommend this product for users of ultraportables that tend to run hot - dell xps 13, macbook pro etc.I've had one that has lasted for 11 years. It outlasted 4 laptops. They are strong, lightweight and make working cooler and more comfortable. They also protect your laptop while traveling. Mine goes over 100K miles a year and makes working while traveling with my 16" Macbook Pro a pleasure. This new one is identical to the one that has served me so well. I AM THRILLED to have a nice new one.My whole family has those and everyone loves how light and comfortable they are. And durable - the first one we got about 3 years ago and no signs of wear or other issues yet.PortabilityI have a huuuge laptop that sits on this. Keep it nice and cool without the annoying fans and electronics of other cooling pads. Perfect size for traveling about with it tooA little Pricey , but simply does the job w/o any ports to play with. A good option for netbooks, Chromebooks, and other smaller devices.Works well for its none power design to cool off a laptop!This is the best design for a large MacBook Pro 17 inch - old style. I had one for years but it cracked up after 10 years or more. I really like how it fits my laptop and my lap! I DO put a sheet of rubbery, shelf lining to make sure it does not slip. I hope someone redesigns this to have metal (thus malleable) base and a rubbery bit to keep it from slipping. Thanks for stocking this part.very disappointed, and i'm the kinda person who is pleasant and easy to please . . . this is NOT non-slip!! my laptop slipped off this five times already, and not because i was an idiot about it, either! it just has NO GRIP. i had to go out and buy some rubber strips from plumbing and glue a few strips across. ridiculous. i don't have time to return, but you should not be marketing it this way. i can't believe i spent over $50 with shipping to get this terrible product. it does not hold your laptop. it WILL slip and possibly crack and damage. especially after it happens a dozen times. you can't even breathe or slightly shift when sitting with it or the laptop slides off the so-called laptop platform. fancy words and description for a big disappointment.Esta es una base muy cómoda para escribir tanto por su peso como por su ángulo de inclinación para escribir, desafortunadamente no disipa en nada el calor que genera la portátil por lo que mejor compramos una base enfriadora con ventiladores de enfriamiento que nos sido de mayor utilidad.Exactly what I was looking for. It is lightweight, made of nice materials, easy to transport, no fans or complicated cooling system. I just needed a cooling platform for my laptop to use around my house and this is perfect.Fantastic. I have one for my Mac Book pro and one for my iPad Pro which I use on my lap. I highly recommend this product.Simplicity and good design. Also light and easy to travel with. This is the second one I bought in a few years