Any alternatives?

The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga is another business-class 2-in-1 that you can consider. It’s not as expensive but doesn’t offer the same feature set. If your needs aren’t so particular, then this is a good option to consider.

　　If you don’t care at all about the business features, then the HP Spectre x360 14 is a superior 2-in-1 in many ways, with better performance, a better display for creative pros but without the privacy screen, and a much lower price tag. It, too, would serve as a viable alternative if you’re not as worried about security and privacy.

　　Finally, if you don’t care about either 2-in-1 functionality or business-class features, then the old standby is available for your consideration: The Dell XPS 13. It remains one of the best laptops you can buy, and you’ll get better performance and a smaller chassis for less money.

　　

How long will it last?

The Elite Dragonfly Max is so well-built that you’ll be using it for many years. You’ll probably find that the 16:9 aspect ratio display will appear increasingly outdated, but that’s the only component that’s not currently state-of-the-art. However, you will certainly appreciate the three-year warranty, which we’d love to see available for all laptops.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. You have to be a special breed to want the Elite Dragonfly Max, but if that’s you, then you’ll really want it.