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1. An adjustable wood shelf to put next to your computer and keep any books or materials you need close by and at the ready.
Promising review: "I needed some extra shelf space for my home office, especially now that we are working from home for the rest of the year. This was so so simple to set up and holds everything I need without any issues. You can also assemble it as you please which is a great feature!" —TanzA
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in six colors).
2. A folding wall organizer you can put all your important documents in and then grab them when you need them, instead of searching through that pile that's been sitting on your desk for wayyy too long.
Promising review: "This is awesome and I love it. I work from home and I’ve been trying to keep my desk free from papers. This thing is awesome! The bottom pocket is large enough for me to store my day planner. I mounted it to the wall with a Command hook and it was easy-peasy! An attractive and functional way to sort and store paper. I love having all the papers I need readily available and visible so it reminds me that they're there, but not they are not overtaking my desk and irritating me." —Mandy
Get it from Amazon for $10+ (available in four colors).
3. An armless desk chair reviewers love because not only is it super comfortable, but it's also wide enough that you can sit cross-legged without your knees hitting an arm rest. It also reclines up to 120 degrees, the height can be adjusted, and the PU leather is waterproof, which means easy cleaning if you accidentally spill your morning coffee on it.
See it in action on TikTok here.
Promising review: "This chair is unique because it has a large, wide seat that allows you to sit in different positions including cross-legged. It is also supremely comfortable with the quality of cushions. I'm 5'8" and, I find it spacious with an appropriate amount of height adjustability for feet on the ground. So far great for all-day office use!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $219.99+ (available with or without wheels).
4. A rotating timer you can set for a specific amount of time to help with your productivity and also to remind yourself that you need to take a break every once in a while.
You can set the timer for 5-, 10-, 15-, 20-, and 30-minute blocks by rotating it to the time you want. Then it will start the countdown. There are also four volume options in case you don't want to disrupt any other people in your home.
Promising review: "I love this timer to keep me on task while working from home! For the price, I was honestly impressed with the quality. My only suggestion would be an option for the display to stay backlit. You can press the snooze button on top to light the display for about five seconds, but that’s not super convenient if you have it rotated in timer mode, plus you have to actively press the button rather than just glancing at how much time is left. Honestly, this is a very small quibble that I could fix simply by not working in a dimly lit room, but it’s really the only critique I have. All in all, this is a fun and functional desk accessory!" —Angela Reiber
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in 30- and 60-minute configurations and six colors).
5. A Rocketbook smart–reusable notebook that takes your handwritten notes and makes them digital so when your boss asks for a recap of that meeting in your one-on-one, you can send it as an attachment and look super on top of everything.
Promising review: "Why did I not know about this before now??? I am a travel agent working from home and take loads of notes. I am so happy to be able to scan phone call notes with clients into their trip records! If they do not book right away I can scan and save notes to another file and retrieve them without leafing through a load of paper! Woo-hoo! I can see so many uses for this product for just about anyone who takes notes or even journals regularly. I see that a new version was introduced to the market that has lined pages...which I felt was the only thing lacking." —ellen
Get it from Amazon for $23.25+ (available in two styles and 16 colors).
6. A glass dry-erase desktop whiteboard you can write your important reminders and "I CAN'T FORGET" notes on instead of using scraps of paper.
The environment will even thank you for reducing your paper use. The whiteboard also comes with a dry-erase marker, an accessory channel (to hold the marker), and a storage drawer.
Promising review: "Never thought something analog would be SO useful in my daily routine. I work from home and am constantly project managing multiple complex strategic projects. Having pertinent information directly in front of me and top of mind has done incredible things for my productivity. Never would have imagined it would make such a difference. For a nominal investment, I highly recommend it if you have trouble keeping up with things."—Captainflapjax
Get it from Amazon for $29.70+ (available in five styles).
7. A memory foam chair cushion with a nonslip rubber bottom to ensure you'll be comfortable all day long — it won't move around when you get up every once and a while to stretch your legs.
Promising review: "I work from home and sit at a desk in front of a computer for a minimum of 10 hours per day. I used to have to get up at least hourly for breaks that never helped to alleviate the 24/7 sciatica pain down my left leg. And long hours at my desk would leave my whole body sore. I've only had this cushion for one day, and my sciatica is barely noticeable, and I woke up today in no pain after using it yesterday. I'm a small person, so I can see how this might not be a good fit for everyone, but for me, it's already had a positive impact. I think because they are just cut foam with gel top and a thin cover that they will probably wear down easily, especially since I sit for so long, but it's a reasonable price and if I get six months at a time out of one, I'll consider that a pretty decent return on my investment. :)" —T. M.
Get it from Amazon for $35.16+ (available in three colors).
8. And memory foam armrest pads because your elbows deserve just as much love as your butt does! They're sitting in their chair for the same amount of time!!!
Promising review: "I have a desk chair that I live in that I have tried various configurations on the arms to keep from bruising my elbows. Nothing has been much help. I am very glad that I gave this a try! The covers are super soft, and the memory foam works extremely well. I have only had the covers in use for a week, but already I can feel a difference. This is a product that will continue to be appreciated by my elbows." —Linda H.
Get them from Amazon for $18.99 (available in two colors).
9. An "After Coffee" notepad with three separate sections to help you take a second in the morning (maybe while you're enjoying your first cup) to split up your to-do list into your top priorities, what can be done later, and what can be done tomorrow. This will help you focus on what needs to get done without getting overwhelmed.
This Black woman–owned small business makes super cute apparel, prints, notepads, and more! This notepad is 6 inches x 8 inches and has 50 sheets to help coordinate all your to-dos.
Promising review: "Absolutely perfect! It arrived quickly and helps me in the morning to prioritize, and it looks great on my desk. I can’t recommend it enough!" —Stephanie Horowitz
Get it from Godly Gorgeous on Etsy for $17.
10. A clip-on ring light that will make your less-than-ideal lighting situation totally ideal so your coworkers can actually see your face during those important team meetings.
The light is powered via USB and has three light colors and 10 brightness levels.
Promising review: "I don't have the best light in my living room. Working from home, I have had my fair share of Zoom and Skype meetings and without this light, my face was shaded no matter how hard I tried to get light. Now with the different shades of light as the day passes, I can change the light brightness and not look like I'm in a dungeon." —Paige Ruark
Get it from Amazon for $19.79.
11. A mesh desk organizer with a three-compartment sliding drawer, tray, and five upright sections designed to fit SO much more than you think it can and make your desk feel clean.
Promising review: "As a teacher working remotely from home, I needed something to help me organize all of my files, teacher manuals, workbooks, and supplies! Now everything has its place! Not to mention how pretty it looks! Instructions were simple and easy to follow… Assembly only took a couple of minutes!" —Lori R.
Get it from Amazon for $26.97 (available in two colors).
12. An adjustable foam footrest designed to make sitting at a desk for eight hours more comfortable because it will bring the floor to you, which alleviates pressure in your hips and legs. You'll certainly feel more supported than when you voice a concern in a team meeting and get nothing from your colleagues.
Plus, you can remove the velvet cover for easy cleaning!
Promising review: "My feet have found heaven! After just over a year of working from home, I've finally decided to invest in some home office upgrades. I was on the fence about a footrest, but the new desk chair I had purchased had a few comfort issues, and I thought this foot rest might help address those. I wasn't wrong! From the first moment my feet landed in the plush comfort of the foam, I haven't wanted to take them off of it. As a fairly active person most of my life (basketball, horseback riding, running, etc.) I haven't been kind to my body. My back, knees, hips, and feet have all paid the price. This footrest has helped alleviate much of the daily pain I deal with, and at a far cheaper price than the ergonomic chair." —Wild-Haired Gurl
Get it from Amazon for $39.95+ (available in two styles and three colors).
13. A miniature wastebasket that can be mounted to the side of your desk so you have a small and convenient place to put the trash from the snacks you grab to get you through the afternoon. It has adhesive on the back, so no need for tools or special hardware.
Promising review: "Sticks to my whiteboard and can hold a fair bit of trash. For the price and sturdiness, I would definitely buy it again." —Justine T.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in orange or blue).
14. A colorful wireless keyboard and mouse set to bring some color (and life) to your work setup and also make it a little easier to actually get your work done because your hands don't have to feel so cramped typing on your small laptop keyboard.
The set includes a wireless keyboard and a wireless mouse with a USB receiver. Pick up some AA batteries — both will need them!
Promising review: "So, I just transitioned to work from home and wanted a cool keyboard for my new workspace. I tried two others, and they worked but I wasn’t 100% happy with the style, shape, or color. A friend showed me her keyboard, and I fell in love with it. Her’s was the pink/colorful option. I immediately went on Amazon and found the purple/lilac colorful and ordered. I received it today, and I’m so pleased. I’m one of those who love hearing the click-clack sound of keys being hit with my nails and the weight of the keyboard is nice and heavy — it feels well made. I’m still getting used to the mouse it’s a wider shape than I’m used to, but it works and matches my keyboard. Now if only I could find a purple monitor, LOL. I highly recommend this keyboard. Happy typing!" —Kimberly Renee
Get it from Amazon for $35.89+ (available in 11 colors).
15. A laptop stand to take your productivity to ~new heights~. JK, we can't guarantee it will do that, but improving your posture and not straining your eyes as much will help you feel better at the end of the day.
Promising review: "This is an absolute game changer now that I am working from home. It helps my posture and the colors match my MacBook Pro almost exactly if you don't hyper-examine it. It does have a little extra shine, but it is still matte. The stand is very sturdy and has quickly become a favorite to use any time I use my Mac." —ZAraiza
Get it from Amazon for $39.90+ (available in two styles and in five colors).
16. A portable monitor here to ~expand~ your working area and give you more space than your one tiny screen. It comes with a case that can act as a stand, but that also means you can take this with you if you work a hybrid schedule.
Promising review: "I was hesitant to buy this monitor because I had never heard of the brand and am always a skeptic. I wanted a portable monitor for when I work from home. I also utilize this as a third monitor with my laptop and second monitor. I've had this product for almost a year and can only say great things. It works perfectly. It comes with a foldable case, which can double as a stand. It also comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable, a mini-HDMI to HDMI cable, and a power adapter (with a USB-A to USB-C cable). I couldn't have asked for a better portable monitor! Don't hesitate!" —A. C. Pham
Get it from Amazon for $95.99+ (available in 11 styles).
17. A reversible waterproof desk mat to add a layer of protection between you and your precious desk because you're bound to knock over your water at least once while working. This also can act as a mousepad, meaning you won't have an issue moving it around on your desk.
Promising review: "I'm an art teacher, and working from home during the coronavirus outbreak was going to put a lot of strain on my wood desk (which I keep mostly for show but now am forced to use for work). I ordered this desk pad because mint green is my favorite color, and I wanted something to protect my desk from paint and other art supplies. It arrived today, and it was so cute! It's exactly what I wanted. It's thin enough not to add too much bulk to the desk, the color is so fun, and it wipes off easily. I love that it's reversible, too, so I'll probably use one side for making tutorial videos for my classes and the other for when I'm painting. I was worried that it wouldn't lie flat because it came rolled up, but it lay flat immediately. And it came with a cute little belt in case I need to roll it back up again and store it!" —Jill S
Get it from Amazon for $13.19+ (available in three sizes and five colors).
18. Or a large patterned desk mat if you want an option that adds a little more pizzazz to the space. There are 20+ different ones to pick from, so you'll for sure find one that matches your ~aesthetic~.
Promising review: "I love this large mouse pad!! I recently set up a new desk at home due to covid, and I was struggling to find comfort in my new space. This mouse pad brightened up my desk and made it a much happier place to be!" —TedSern
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in two sizes and 26 patterns).
19. An electric mug warmer that regulates the temperature of your coffee or tea so you can nurse your drink for hours without sipping an ice-cold beverage. If you're someone who gets easily distracted with work tasks or just prefers to have a hot cup next to them all day, this little gadget will make that experience even better for ya.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes says, "After seeing this coffee warmer all over BuzzFeed Shopping and even gifting my dad one for Christmas, I finally decided to buy one for myself. Based on all the reviews, I was pretty confident I'd soon be kicking myself for not getting it sooner, and that proved to be true: This thing not only looks good, but works great for keeping my coffee warm all day long (because yes, I'm one of those people that'll sip on coffee until 5 p.m., all right!!). I was kind of worried it'd be too small for some of my larger mugs, but the center plate is bigger than expected and accommodated every mug in my (very eclectic) collection perfectly.
I can confirm that flat-bottomed mugs are the best option for using with this warmer as they do stay hotter, but it still keeps my concave-bottom mugs warm enough for my taste. Also, I looove how sleek the white version looks on my white desk, and the auto-shutoff function is a nice safety feature as an absent-minded person."
Get it from Amazon for $23.29+ (available in eight colors).
And if you're as obsessed with Jenae's mug as I am, you can get it from Dipped In Rose on Etsy for $15.99.
20. A dry-erase sticker board designed to turn any surface into a place where you can write notes. You can stick this to the wall or even your desk and use it to help you jot down reminders, to-do lists, or just doodle.
You can stick this to basically any surface and can cut it to any size. The adhesive on the back means you can easily remove it (without damaging the surface) and move it to a different spot. It also includes an eraser and three dry-erase markers (one blue, one black, and one red).
Promising reviews: "This item is PERFECT for WFH. I wanted a whiteboard of sorts, but I wanted it to blend in with my room. This product is such a smart solution!!! It blends right in to my desk! Big fan." —Allison
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two colors).
21. A set of gold cable organizers for organizing all the cords on your desk so you don't have to spend 10 minutes fishing out your computer charging cord that fell behind your desk...again. Plus, this gold style won't stick out like a sore thumb among the other things on your desk.
Brighttia is a New York–based small business established in 2018 that specializes in industrial and modern interior lighting and decor!
Promising review: "These brass cable organizers are beautiful and high quality. I’m using two of them to keep a plug-in sconce cord attached to the wall and to direct the cord to the electrical outlet. These little gold pieces add a touch of functionality and glamour to the sconces. Exactly what I was looking for." —Etsy reviewer
Get a set of two from Brighttia on Etsy for $11.98+ (available in eight colors).
22. A cord organizer made to hide that mess of cords below your desk because you have so many parts of your workstation that need to be plugged in. Plus, you won't end up getting your foot caught in any of the cords when you take a big stretch in the middle of the day and kick your charger out of the port.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this as a solution for hiding our never ending wires from two at home work stations. I love the top which provides a safe and cute platform to easily charge your devices without having to leave them on the floor. I will be buying a second one." —Barbara Konchinski
Get it from Amazon for $31.99 (available in three colors).
23. A wall charger with six outlets *and* two USB fast-charging ports to keep all your devices and accessories at 100% and so they won't die in the middle of that team meeting.
Promising review: "I work from home in a small apartment, and this really made my setup work the way I want it to. I need to use all six plugs, plus I like to keep my phone and Mi-Fi charging while working too. This was the perfect thing for me to get everything plugged in and essentially retrofitted into a built-in apartment wall desk setup that was intended for the large desktop towers of the late '90s. I’m ordering a second one in hopes it transforms another part of my weird floor plan. Bonus: The USB ports seem to fast-charge my iPhone XS Max. I can go from dead to fully charged in about 90 minutes." —Moose
Get it from Amazon for $17.97+ (available in two styles).
24. Or a flexible power strip designed with a five-foot extension cord you can swivel and twist exactly to your liking. This is great if you have a small workspace but still have a lot of electronics that need to be plugged in.
iJoy is a small business that sells tech accessories, speakers, and headphones.
Promising reviews: "I saw this on TikTok, so I ordered one. I absolutely love it. Everyone needs one in their life." —Dani Jo Stengsar
"I rarely write a review (this is the second in the past few years). One of the best purchases in a long time. Nice design and very practical. It solves all of my problems as it can go any direction. It's worth every penny. I turned around and bought two more. I am about to buy my fourth one. Love this!" —Pond P.
Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in five colors).
25. A set of memory foam gel pads to help support your wrists no matter if you're working on a laptop or with a monitor and keyboard. The cushion can help prevent cramping and wrist pain from being in the same position for 8+ hours a day.
You get two pieces — one for in front of your keyboard and the other for your mouse.
Promising reviews: "I've been working from home due to COVID and began experiencing wrist pain. The soft cushion from both items provided the relief I needed. Great products and price!" —Gaga2015
"Having worked from home for almost a year now without any ergonomic cushion, I finally decided to buy this and so glad I did. They come with stickers that you can place to avoid movement but so far they don't seem necessary...The mouse pad cushion feels perfect! I appreciate not having the ball of my palm resting against a hard surface all day long. This also isn't sliding around on the desk. Feels perfect. These cushions have a great memory foam feel but not so much that they are very sensitive to the touch, they mostly keep their shape." —UAstudentn
Get it from Amazon for $11.98+ (available in 18 colors).
26. A foldable laptop stand so you can turn *any* desk (or kitchen table, vanity, etc.) into a *standing* desk.
It can support 20 times its weight and folds flat for easy storage.
Promising review: "This is among one of the coolest things I’ve purchased. As with lots of people, I started working from home during the pandemic, and I quickly realized how much I relied on my sit/stand desk. I started using an old shipping box to make a stand-up portion of the desk, and after a few weeks, I realized I wanted something a little better. I had intended on buying an actual sit/stand desk, but I got this instead, and I am so happy! It’s like my shipping box, only cooler, and portable. I did have a heck of a time trying to figure out how to set it up. Honestly, it took me hours of trying until it went 'POP!' and it magically happened. So I started copying the movements, and eventually, I learned just how it works. Be patient with it and it will eventually work. But if I can do it, so can you." —Maximo
Get it from Amazon for $27.95.
27. A USB-powered LED light strip that'll illuminate the back of your monitor. Not only does this look really cool, but it can also help reduce eye strain from having to adjust between a bright screen and a dark room.
Promising review: "I have procrastinated in writing this review and am actually happy to say that after a year, the product is continuing to stay strong. The adhesion is as strong as it was on day one, and this product is continuing to meet and exceed expectations. I have noticed significantly less eye strain. If I were needing computer monitor backlighting again, I wouldn't hesitate to repurchase." —college_engineer
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available for monitors up to 80 inches).
28. A monitor stand here to give your screen a little ~lift~ so it's closer to eye level, thus helping with eye and neck strain during the day. This one is also designed with a storage drawer *and* a place to set your phone or tablet.
Promising review: "I'd seen this product circling around on TikTok, and I had to have it for my computer monitor. It fits perfectly. It's sturdy, and made to last for sure. Love it." —Shauna Grace Buckley
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in two colors).
29. A 360-degree rotating headphone holder because your desk is already cluttered as it is, and you don't need your headphones making it even worse. You can just peel off the adhesive back and stick this to the side so you have a place to put your headphones when they're not attached to your head.
Promising reviews: "[This is] worth more than its cost. The mount actually comes with an extra sticky pad so if you choose to remove/move the mount to somewhere else, you can do at your own leisure. The quality of material doesn't feel too cheap, and it's quite sturdy. We've bumped into it a couple of times, but it hasn't broken or anything... The mount is extremely versatile in its flexibility and possible mounting options. Best I've seen out of other compact options (that aren't gaming headphone stands that take desk space)." —Forest Nguyen
"I have a white desk and a light grey chair, and this headphone hanger matches the design perfectly. The quality and simple hinged design are brilliant. The adhesive is very strong provided you clean the surface before applying and let it cure for 24 hours before hanging anything on it." —Henry Ting
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in black and white).
30. An LED desk lamp to ~brighten~ up your workspace and make it more inviting to actually work from. It has 10 brightness levels, 5 color modes, and you can tilt the head to make sure you're getting light exactly where you need it.
There's also a touch sensor, integrated USB port, and a wireless charger in the base.
Promising reviews: "A must-have for your desk! This is one of the best lamps I've bought. The style is great. I like how there are different light settings, and there's a timer that helps, too. It's a sleek lamp that folds up for storage. I like how you can plug it directly into your computer, no messy wires or anything. Definitely a must-have for any office. Would buy again!" —Julia
"This lamp is exactly what I needed. It has various shades of lights, touch buttons, a timer, and the best part is it will also charge your phone. Working from home, sometimes I need to work late. The various shades are helpful for anytime I need to get something done!" —Valeria
Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in three colors).
31. A wire cable basket that slips right on to the back of the desk so you have a place to keep all your cables. Everything will stay neat and organized while also staying plugged in and charged. Now I can't promise that will also happen for your productivity...
See it in action on TikTok here.
Promising review: "Great addition to my standing desk set-up. Easy to put together once you figure out the proper ends. Also functional and wide enough to hold a double row surge protector. Highly recommend!" —BizBossJess
Get a set of two from Amazon for $25.99 (available in two colors).
32. An adjustable phone stand designed to hold your phone vertically or horizontally so you can either keep up with any calls or texts you receive or get a quick Netflix binge in while you work. Sometimes you need a distraction to help you get through hours of spreadsheets.
Promising reviews: "I love it. I use my phone for conference calls (wfh), and I don't know how I lived without this. It's sturdy and keeps the cord out of the way. It's right there in my face so I can mute while on work calls or just see notifications at a glance. Highly recommend." —Cyndie L. Tozzo
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in eight colors).
33. Or an adhesive under-desk phone holder if having your phone next to you is a little too much of a distraction because all those social media apps are just waiting for you to start scrolling... With this, you phone will be out of sight and out of mind so you can get your work done faster than ever before.
Beyond 3D Creations B3D is a Boston-based small business that specializes in creating useful gadgets that solve small problems in your office and home.
Promising review: "This is definitely a hit! I installed it horizontally but it still does its job. Now I’m so used to reaching my phone from this holder without looking down at my desk, and my screentime has decreased a lot during day time. I work remotely from home, this really helps in terms of being more efficient so that I can finish my work early and get more me time back at the end of the day. Highly recommend it if you want to be less distracted while working!" —Shelby Cedrone
Get it from Beyond 3D Creeations B3D on Etsy for $11.88+ (available in six colors and two sizes).
34. An under-desk electric treadmill perfect for anyone who has been DEEP in walking pad TikTok for months now and is finally ready to take the plunge. Reviewers love this option because it has an LED display that shows the time, speed, and distance, a quiet motor, and Bluetooth capabilities so you can play music through it. You'll be able to get all your steps in so you can sit back and actually relax after work.
See it in action in this TikTok here. The speed range is 0.5–6mph, and it can hold up to 220 pounds.
Promising review: "This thing is awesome. I'm a small, not technical person, and managed to haul this thing up two flights of stairs (slowly), unbox, turn on, and even connect my phone to the Bluetooth in it. No assembly. Simple instructions. Distance and time measurements seem to be accurate, but the 'calories' might be missing a decimal point. No squealing or groaning under my walking. Not too loud. Slides right under my bed. Didn't need to adjust the belt, though the tool to do so is included. The packaging says to oil every 30 hours. The remote is needed to make the treadmill function. It is extremely cheap — like dollar store cheap. I hope the company has a remote replacement for if/when the remote bites it. Even still, I would 100% buy this again. Great treadmill!" —Crowells
Get it from Amazon for $279.99+ (available in four colors).
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