Gadget review: The Duex Float Portable Monitor – A Game-Changer for Students, Mumpreneurs, and Digital Nomads

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Published on Monday, 01 September 2025 11:10

Last Updated on 02 September 2025

Monica Costa

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If you’ve ever wished for an extra screen while juggling deadlines, emails, and Zoom calls, the Duex Float 15.6-inch portable monitor might just be the answer. Designed for laptops between 15–16 inches, this clever gadget promises to boost productivity without the bulk — and after testing it with my son Diego (who’s off to university soon), I can confirm it really does deliver.

Why Students Will Love It

Freshers’ week is around the corner, and students heading to university will quickly learn how precious desk space is in student halls. The Duex Float’s stacked design means the second screen sits neatly above your laptop rather than off to the side. No more craning your neck to glance sideways – perfect for long essay-writing sessions or revising with online notes and lecture slides open at the same time. And because it folds flat, it slips straight into a backpack without weighing you down.

A Mumpreneur’s Secret Weapon

Running a business (and a family) often means multitasking on the go – answering emails, prepping social content, tracking accounts, and squeezing in client calls. The Duex Float makes all of that easier. With its simple plug-and-play setup via USB-C, you can go from school drop-off to café “office” in minutes. The dual-hinge design keeps your posture in check, while the touchscreen adds a handy shortcut for checking presentations or jotting notes quickly. For mums balancing multiple roles, this extra screen can feel like an extra pair of hands.

Tested on the Road: A Digital Nomad’s Perspective

As someone who travels and works from different cities, I need kit that’s both lightweight and reliable. The Duex Float passed my travel test with flying colours. Whether in an Airbnb in Rome or a co-working café in Venice, it slipped easily into my laptop bag and set up in seconds. The 1080p resolution is crisp and vibrant for writing, video calls, or even winding down with a Netflix show (to keep up with my passion for Colombian soaps). The only caveat: bright outdoor light can cause some glare, so shady spots work best.

The built-in kickstand is sturdy, though on a bumpy train journey you might need to readjust it now and again. I also liked that the monitor doesn’t drain my laptop’s battery, thanks to its own power cord with pass-through charging — essential for long working days.

The Verdict

At $254.99 (down from $399.99), the Duex Float isn’t the cheapest gadget, but for what it offers — portability, productivity, and posture-friendly design — it’s a worthwhile investment. Students will appreciate the space-saving setup, mumpreneurs will love the multitasking boost, and digital nomads like me will never want to travel without it.

This sleek little monitor has earned a permanent spot in both my laptop bag and my son’s uni kit. For anyone juggling study, work, or business on the go, the Duex Float really is the extra screen you didn’t know you needed.

The Duex Float is available from HERE.