The Portronics My Buddy Plus is a foldable laptop table with a tilting top and a built-in USB cooling fan, meant for working, studying or watching videos from a bed, sofa or floor. It is a sensible buy if you want one accessory that lifts your laptop off the bedsheet, tilts it towards you and adds some airflow underneath. It is not a replacement for a proper desk if you work long hours, and Portronics does not publish a load rating or a height range, which are two numbers worth knowing.
The Amazon.in link in this article points to the Black My Buddy Plus (model POR-1380), listed at 30 x 52 x 24 cm with an MDF (wood-based) top. Portronics also offers Grey and Brown finishes, so confirm the colour on the Amazon.in page before you order.
This article is based on Portronics’ official product page and the Amazon.in listing data, both checked on 17 October 2026. It is not based on hands-on testing, and we do not make claims about how sturdy the table feels or how much the fan cools any particular laptop.
Quick verdict
- Best for: students and home workers who use a laptop on the bed or sofa for a few hours at a time and want a tilting surface with a mouse area
- Skip if: you need a load rating you can check, a wide height range for use at a chair, or serious cooling for a gaming laptop
- Key strengths: folding legs for easy storage, 0 to 30 degree tilting top with notches to stop items sliding, separate mouse space, USB-powered fan rated at 1800 RPM, laptops up to 17 inches supported per Portronics
- Key limitations: no published weight limit or height range, a single fan, MDF top rather than solid wood or metal, assembly required
Portronics My Buddy Plus key specifications
| Specification | Portronics My Buddy Plus (Black, POR-1380) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Foldable laptop table with built-in cooling fan | Portronics, Amazon.in listing |
| Top material | MDF board | Portronics, Amazon.in listing |
| Top size | 520 x 300 mm | Portronics |
| Overall size | 30D x 52W x 24H cm | Amazon.in listing |
| Weight | 1.9 kg | Amazon.in listing |
| Top tilt | 0 to 30 degrees, with soft notches on one side | Portronics, Amazon.in listing |
| Legs | Fold flat, vertical extension (range not stated) | Portronics |
| Fan | Built-in, 1800 RPM, described as noiseless | Portronics |
| Fan power | USB 2.0 connector, rated 5W | Portronics, Amazon.in listing |
| Laptop size | Up to 17 inches | Portronics, Amazon.in listing |
| Mouse area | Separate space for mouse and mouse pad | Portronics |
| Load capacity | Not published | Not stated by Portronics |
| Assembly | Required | Amazon.in listing |
| Colours | Black (this link), Grey and Brown also offered | Portronics |
| Warranty | 1 year | Portronics, Amazon.in listing |
| Country of origin | China (imported by Portronics Digital, New Delhi) | Amazon.in listing |
Check the current price of the Portronics My Buddy Plus (Black) on Amazon.in
What the My Buddy Plus actually solves
A laptop on a bed or cushion has two problems: the soft surface can block the intake vents on the underside of many laptops, and the screen sits low, so you hunch forward. A table like the My Buddy Plus gives the machine a firm base with air underneath and raises the Portronics My Buddy Plus and screen when you sit cross-legged or lean against a headboard.
A bed table cannot match the posture of a desk, a proper chair and a monitor at eye level. For lecture videos, emails or a film, it beats a pillow. For full workdays, treat it as a backup to a real workstation.
Design and build
Portronics describes the top as MDF board with a polished finish. MDF (medium-density fibreboard) is an engineered wood panel that is flat and consistent but can swell if soaked. Portronics says the top can be wiped with a moist cloth; avoid spraying liquid on it or leaving a wet glass on it.
The legs fold completely, which is the main reason to choose a table like this over a fixed bed tray. Folded, it can slide under a bed, behind a cupboard or into a gap beside a sofa. The Amazon.in listing gives the weight as 1.9 kg, light enough to move from room to room every day.
The Amazon.in listing marks the product as needing assembly. Check that every screw is snug before you put a laptop on it, and re-check after a few weeks, since folding furniture tends to loosen with repeated use.
Tilting top and adjustable legs
The top tilts between 0 and 30 degrees, according to both Portronics and the Amazon listing. A flat top suits writing or a book, while a gentle tilt brings the screen closer to your line of sight when you sit low. Steeper angles are better suited to reading or watching video than to typing, because your wrists bend upward as the Portronics My Buddy Plus rises away from you.
Portronics adds soft notches along one side of the top to stop items rolling off. Even so, use a moderate angle for a heavy laptop and avoid leaving phones or pens loose on a steeply angled surface.
The legs can be extended vertically, but Portronics does not give a height range on its product page. The listed overall height is 24 cm, which appears to be the base figure. That is a typical height for floor or bed use, not for sitting on a regular chair, so do not buy this expecting it to work as a standing or chair-height desk.
The cooling fan: what to expect
A single built-in fan sits under the top and is powered from your laptop’s USB port through a USB 2.0 connector. Portronics rates it at 1800 RPM and describes it as noiseless. We cannot verify the noise or temperature claims, and Portronics does not publish airflow figures.
As a general rule, an external fan helps most when your laptop draws cool air through vents on its underside, and helps little when the intake vents are on the sides or keyboard deck. Check where your laptop’s intake grilles are before expecting a big change. For reference, on gadgetsoch we have covered a dedicated cooling pad, the Zebronics ZEB-NC3300, which explains in more detail why gains from external fans are usually modest.
Two practical points: the fan draws its power from the Portronics My Buddy Plus, so it will cost a little battery when you are unplugged, and it occupies one USB-A port. If your laptop only has USB-C ports, you will need a USB-C to USB-A adapter or hub to run the fan.
Laptop size and the mouse area
Portronics says the table supports laptops up to 17 inches, and the Amazon listing repeats this. With a 520 x 300 mm top, a 14-inch or 15.6-inch laptop leaves room for the separate mouse area that Portronics mentions. A 17-inch gaming laptop will take up most of the surface, so plan to use the trackpad or rest the Portronics My Buddy Plus elsewhere.
Weight matters as much as screen size. Portronics does not publish a maximum load, so if you own a heavy 17-inch gaming machine, keep the angle shallow and do not lean on the table while getting up.
Setting it up for comfortable use
- Sit with your back supported by a headboard or cushion before placing the table, then adjust the legs so your forearms are roughly level with the keyboard
- Start with a flat or slightly tilted top for typing, and use steeper angles only for reading or video
- Keep the laptop’s own vents clear of blankets and cushions on the sides and back
- Plug the fan in only when you need it, especially on battery
- If you type a lot, consider an external keyboard so the screen can sit higher while your hands stay lower
Who should buy it, and who should skip it
Buy the My Buddy Plus if you study or work from bed or the floor for moderate stretches, need a table that folds away in a small room or hostel, want a tilting surface for reading as well as typing, or simply want your laptop off the mattress with some airflow beneath it.
Skip it if you need a desk for full workdays, want a table for chair-height use, own a very heavy laptop and want a published load rating before you trust it, or are mainly looking for cooling for a gaming laptop under heavy load. In the last case, a dedicated multi-fan cooling pad on a desk is the more targeted tool.
Alternatives worth comparing
Zebronics ZEB-NC3300 cooling pad: if cooling at a desk is the priority rather than bed use, this pad uses two 120 mm fans rated at 1300 RPM and 75 CFM according to Zebronics, and supports laptops up to 15.6 inches.
Logitech MK270r keyboard and mouse combo: if you work at a desk, an external keyboard and mouse with the laptop raised often helps posture more than a bed table. Logitech lists the MK270r as a full-size wireless set with a number pad on a single USB receiver.
Portronics Bubble keyboard: a compact option from the same brand, listed by Portronics with Bluetooth 5.0 plus a 2.4 GHz receiver and support for up to three devices.
What to check before you order
- Colour and model: this link is for the Black My Buddy Plus, model POR-1380. Portronics also offers Grey and Brown, so check the colour shown before ordering
- USB port: the fan needs a USB-A port. Have an adapter ready if your laptop is USB-C only
- Laptop weight: no load rating is published, so be cautious with heavy gaming laptops
- Height: the listed height is 24 cm. It is designed for bed or floor use, not for use with a chair
- Assembly: the listing says assembly is required, so check the box for all parts and screws when it arrives
- Warranty: Portronics lists a 1-year warranty. Keep the invoice and register with Portronics support if asked
See the Portronics My Buddy Plus in Black on Amazon.in
Frequently asked questions
Can the Portronics My Buddy Plus hold a 17-inch laptop?
Portronics and the Amazon.in listing both say it supports laptops up to 17 inches. The 520 mm wide top leaves little spare space with a 17-inch model, and the brand does not publish a maximum weight, so keep the angle shallow with heavier machines.
How is the cooling fan powered?
The fan connects to your laptop’s USB port using a USB 2.0 connector. It needs no separate adapter, but it uses a USB-A port and a small amount of the laptop’s battery when it is unplugged.
How far does the top tilt?
From 0 to 30 degrees, according to Portronics. Notches on one side help stop items from rolling down when the top is tilted.
Can I use it at a normal chair or as a standing desk?
It is not designed for that. The listed height is 24 cm and Portronics does not publish how far the legs extend, so it suits bed, sofa and floor use.
What warranty does it have?
Portronics and the Amazon.in listing both state a 1-year manufacturing warranty.
The bottom line
The Portronics My Buddy Plus is a practical, folding laptop table for people who already use their laptops in bed or on the floor and want a firmer, tilting, better-ventilated surface. It folds away, tilts and adds a USB fan and mouse area, but it has no published load rating or height range, and a single fan will not transform the temperatures of a hard-working gaming laptop. If those limits fit your use, it is a sensible accessory. Check the current price of the Portronics My Buddy Plus on Amazon.in and confirm the colour before ordering.
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Sources
- Portronics My Buddy Plus official product page (dimensions, MDF top, 1800 RPM fan, 0 to 30 degree tilt, USB 2.0, up to 17-inch laptops, colours, 1-year warranty), checked 17 October 2026
- Amazon.in listing for the Portronics My Buddy Plus, Black, ASIN B09KC259VF (model POR-1380, 30 x 52 x 24 cm, 1.9 kg, assembly required, country of origin, importer), captured 17 October 2026
- Zebronics ZEB-NC3300 specifications as published on Zebronics’ official page, via our existing gadgetsoch review
