Palworld Monitoring Stand: How to Use It

Updated 14 November 2026 · Standard formula, shown below

To use the Monitoring Stand in Palworld, place it near your base, assign a Pal to it, and it will prevent that Pal from working, keeping its Sanity from dropping. You interact with the stand, select a Pal from your base, and that Pal will sit idle beside it, which is useful for protecting valuable or low-Sanity Pals from overwork.

What the Monitoring Stand Does

The Monitoring Stand is a base structure introduced to give players control over which Pals work and which rest. When a Pal is assigned to the stand, it stops all work tasks and remains near the stand, acting as a resting state. This does not restore Sanity directly, but it prevents further Sanity loss from work, which is crucial because Pals with zero Sanity become inefficient and may develop negative traits.

Unlike a Hot Spring, which actively restores Sanity, the Monitoring Stand is more like a “do not disturb” sign. It is especially useful for Pals with high work suitability but low Sanity tolerance, or for Pals you want to keep safe from dangerous tasks like mining or logging that can cause injuries.

How to Unlock and Build the Monitoring Stand

The Monitoring Stand becomes available at Technology Level 12. To build it, you need the following materials:

10 Wood
5 Stone
3 Nails (crafted from Ingots at a workbench)

Once unlocked, open your Build Menu (press B on PC), navigate to the “Structures” tab, and select “Monitoring Stand.” Place it on flat ground within your base’s radius. It does not require power or a Pal to construct, just your character’s time.

How to Assign a Pal to the Monitoring Stand

Follow these steps to assign a Pal:

Approach the Monitoring Stand and press the interact key (F on PC, Y on Xbox, X on PlayStation).
A list of all Pals currently in your base will appear.
Select the Pal you want to assign. The Pal will immediately stop working and walk over to the stand.
To unassign, interact with the stand again and choose “Release” or select a different Pal.

You can assign only one Pal per Monitoring Stand. If you want to rest multiple Pals, you need multiple stands, but note that each stand takes up base space and requires materials.

Why Use the Monitoring Stand Instead of a Hot Spring?

Both structures help manage Sanity, but they work differently:

Hot Spring: Restores Sanity over time, but Pals leave when their Sanity is full. They may immediately return to work and lose Sanity again.
Monitoring Stand: Keeps a Pal idle indefinitely, preventing Sanity loss but not restoring it. It is ideal for Pals with low Sanity that you want to keep for breeding or for Pals that are prone to getting injured.

For example, if you have a Pal like a Penking with high Watering suitability but you are worried about it getting depressed from overwork, assign it to the stand during non-peak hours. You can also use the stand to isolate a Pal that has contracted a disease, preventing it from spreading to others (though the stand does not cure diseases).

Common Problems and Solutions

Players often run into a few issues:

Pal not assigned: Make sure the Pal is in your base (not in your party) and that the stand is not blocked by other objects. The Pal must be able to physically walk to the stand.
Pal keeps leaving the stand: If the Pal has a high Sanity level, it may automatically go to work if you have not set it to “Standby” mode. Check your base’s work priority settings. You can also remove the Pal’s tasks by opening the Pal box and toggling its work suitability off.
Stand not working: Ensure the stand is placed on a flat surface and is not on a roof or in a spot the Pal cannot reach. If the stand is damaged, repair it with the repair hammer.

Tips for Efficient Use

To get the most out of the Monitoring Stand:

Use it for Pals that are essential for breeding but have low Sanity, so they don’t exhaust themselves.
Pair it with a Hot Spring: let the Pal rest in the Hot Spring until its Sanity is full, then assign it to the Monitoring Stand to keep it from working and losing Sanity again.
Assign Pals that have negative traits like “Dainty” (which reduces Sanity loss) or “Workaholic” (which increases Sanity loss) – the stand helps manage the latter.
If you are going to be away from your base for a long time, assign all your valuable Pals to stands to prevent them from working themselves to zero Sanity.

Monitoring Stand vs. Other Sanity Management

Besides the Hot Spring and Monitoring Stand, you can also manage Sanity by:

Food: Certain foods like Salads and Pizza provide Sanity boosts when eaten. Pals automatically eat from the feed box, but you can manually feed them.
Medicine: High-quality medical supplies like High-Grade Medical Supplies can restore Sanity, but they are expensive.
Base Layout: Pals that have to travel long distances between tasks lose more Sanity. Keep workstations close to the feed box and beds.

The Monitoring Stand is unique because it gives you direct control over a Pal’s activity. It is not a replacement for other methods but a complement, especially for late-game bases where you have many Pals and need to prioritize which ones work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I assign a Pal that is in my party to the Monitoring Stand?

No, only Pals that are in your base (not in your party) can be assigned. If you want to rest a Pal that is in your party, you need to put it into the Pal Box first, then assign it.

Does the Monitoring Stand restore Sanity?

No, it only prevents Sanity loss. The Pal’s Sanity will stay at the same level while assigned. To restore Sanity, you need a Hot Spring or food/medicine.

Can I assign multiple Pals to one Monitoring Stand?

No, each stand holds only one Pal. If you want to rest several Pals, you must build multiple stands.

Will the Pal get hungry while assigned to the stand?

Yes, the Pal will still get hungry and will eat from the feed box if it is within range. It will not starve, but it will also not work to earn food, so make sure your base has enough food supply.

Does the Monitoring Stand work for Pals with the “Workaholic” trait?

Yes, the stand overrides the Pal’s workaholic tendency. The Pal will stay idle regardless of its trait, which is one of the main reasons to use the stand.

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