Are there any alternatives?

In the ChromeOS space, there aren’t currently any all-in-one alternatives for this sub $900 price.

　　You can pick up the Dell Inspiron 27 7790 for around the same price, or something cheaper like an HP 22 All-in-one PC. Even the M1 iMac only costs a few hundred dollars more.

　　While the HP Chromebase certainly has some unique features, the M1 iMac will likely provide a more well-rounded experience for the average person.

　　

How long will it last?

ChromeOS is typically designed to outlast the life span of a device and the HP Chromebase is built strong, so it should go beyond three years.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes, even though the amount of people who would consider buying something like the HP Chromebase is admittedly low. A Chromebook connected to a monitor you already have is a cheaper and more versatile PC, as is an iMac.

　　But as a family computer that will have relatively few problems you can’t troubleshoot, the simple approach of the HP Chromebase 22 is surprisingly thoughtful.