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From keyboard cleaners to standing desk cushions, here's everything you'll need to work smarter, not harder.
Promising review: "I love this thing way more than I thought I would! I've always hated how little surface area mousepads had, but I had no idea desk pads existed until I was randomly browsing through Amazon. I purchased the pink one, and it is the perfect addition to my white/pink home office! It works perfectly as a mousepad, but I love that I now have a place to put hot/cold drinks without damaging the desk. I purchased the smallest size, which is absolutely large enough for the corner of my desk where I work. It came rolled up in a tube, but it unrolled flat, no curled edges whatsoever! Would definitely recommend!!!" —Rigashi
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes and 12 colors).
Once scanned, the Rocketbook app will automatically send your notes to preselected apps or email. You can mark each page with one of several special symbols that the app will read and send the notes on that page to the location you've matched with that symbol. Yes, this is the future of office supplies, a genre we never knew we needed until now. It comes with a pen but also works with any Pilot Frixion writing utensils.
Promising review: "OMG! This device is so cool and works beautifully. The scanning and syncing capabilities are awesome. I have it scanned and synced to my Microsoft Note account. Writing with the pen is smooth and the paper actually feels like paper. A wet cloth erases and works exactly like they said it would. I wish I had this product in college. It's worth every penny." —Tulla Bell
Get the notebook, pen, and a microfiber cloth from Amazon for $24.98+ (available in two sizes and eight colors).
Promising review: "Provides necessary relief for my tailbone. I am a therapist and Ph.D. student, so I am either sitting and talking or sitting and writing notes or doing research. I have ZERO "behind," so after an hour or so of sitting with no support, my tailbone area starts to ache. This seat allows me to sit for a longer time without pain, and for some reason, my posture improves during use as well." —Adrienne
Get it from Amazon for $34.95.
Brighttia is a New York-based Etsy shop established in 2018 that offers simple yet stunning solutions in 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." —Amy Margolis
Get a set of two from Brighttia on Etsy for $10.98+ (available in four colors).
Promising review: "When you use your laptop primarily on the kitchen table, and are taller than 5'2'' you are going to need some added height or an external monitor to preserve your spine. This stand is a total neck and posture saver, and my productivity on my computer at home has improved immensely from use of it. The stand it so sturdy that even if it remains a little low for longer torsoed individuals like myself all you would need is a large book or similar platform underneath it to raise your screen to the desired height. It is so easily assembled that its pretty shocking how easily it can be collapsed to fit almost anywhere when you're not using it. Well worth the money for anyone working at home, PC gaming, or otherwise spending lots of time online." —Curtis Hoffmann
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in nine colors).
Promising review: "I love how inexpensive this mouse pad is for what you get out of it. It has absolutely saved my wrists from working all day at a computer. I didn't want a mouse pad that was covered in cloth because the cloth tends to wear down and look bad, but so far the cloth on this still looks perfect after months of use. The bottom of the pad clings to my desk and does not move or slide around. Highly recommend." —E. McKillip
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes).
Promising review: "Love this. I have many items to plug in now that I have to office at home. There’s plenty of room to plug in two laptops, a computer, a monitor and my Alexa safely. It’s a little bulkier than I was expecting but that is due to the room your items will need." —Jennifer
Get it from Amazon for $19.97.
Promising review: "The adhesive is very strong, adheres to my desk perfectly. I figured it could eventually weaken due to the pop-out action; however that was not the case still as sturdy as the day I got it. I love it, and I recommend it to anyone who needs a small drawer to keep pens and small desk items in." —niko
Get it from Amazon for $9.49.
Compatible with smart plugs and voice activation, this device allows you to control everything in your home wirelessly. Think: switching on lights, making phone calls, adjusting the thermostat, *and* with its LED display — you can see the time and simply pat the top to snooze alarms.
Promising review: "What can I say, perfect I love it. I work from home and she is a great assistant to give reminders of scheduled team meetings etc." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in two colors; and can come with a $10 smart plug).
Promising review: "I usually store my glasses in their case. I don't know why that's such a hassle, but I like to be able to just reach for them. But they are also unsafe when they are just sitting on my desk. This little koala solves my problem! He holds my glasses securely and does it in the cutest way possible. Now I can sit at my desk, grab my glasses, and get to work with a smile on my face. And at the end of the day, I just leave them with my Koala for safe keeping. Seriously, just get one. I haven't lost my glasses once since I got this." —Bianca
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 12 animals).
This LED lamp has a unique combination of five color modes and seven brightness levels — as well as a functional USB charging port to keep your phone at a full charge.
Promising review: "I purchased this lamp to add a little light in my office and it did a great job. It lets you adjust the brightness and the color temperature. It was a perfect solution for my needs. And then the pandemic hit. Suddenly, I packed my stuff and moved it home. My workflow turned to Zoom and I noticed when you didn't have good lighting, it made you look sick or like a creature of the night- all shadows and fuzziness. But low and behold, I had this light and when angled towards me, suddenly I had good lighting! It's been my go-to for meetings ever since. LOVE it! Highly recommend it for any video conferencing. Also highly useful as a desk lamp for traditional use." —J.C.
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
Harrison Sign Co. is a Nebraska-based Etsy shop established in 2020 that specializes in modern dry erase boards and aluminum signs.
Promising review: "My purchase is perfect, just what I asked for. Great customer service and quality product." —Ann
Get it from Harrison Sign Co. on Etsy for $24.97 (available with or without marker).
Oh and just so ya know, this shop offers free shipping!
Reviewers say these are the perfect add-on for gaming chairs, too!
Promising review: "I was having problems with my elbow being sore from sitting at my chair so much while working from home. I wear T-shirts a lot and my elbows were getting raw and annoyed from resting on the hard plastic arm rests all day. They fit my chair perfectly and from the minute I put them on, they gave me instant relief from the hard plastic arm rests on my chair. I highly recommend them to anyone with similar elbow issues." —BoSoxBrent
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
This set includes: Pens, a pen cup, stapler, tape dispenser, and a desk tray.
Talking Out of Turn — otherwise affectionately known as Toot — is a small woman-led business that creates most of its stationary and lifestyle goods in-house right outside of Dallas, Texas.
Get it from Talking Out of Turn for $30 (available in eight colors).
Promising review: "I LOVE these little humidifiers! I bought my first one to use at my desk at work, because the air is so dry in the building, and it has been a godsend. Not only does it help keep my sinuses happier, but it looks great too. I bought a second one for my nightstand that I use while I sleep at night, and they both work perfectly." —Selene Schneider
Get it from Amazon for $14.89 (available in three styles).
This simulates the sunrise and sunset with 20 brightness settings that slowly increase over 30 minutes. And with your choice of five different wakeup sounds, the alarm only sounds once it's at its full brightness.
Promising review: "This has really made a big difference in how I wake up every morning. On these short winter days, I always have to wake up before sunrise, and that's...challenging. I found myself hitting the snooze button at least three times, leaving very little time for me to get ready and to work on time. Having the sunrise simulation wakes me up gradually and completely. I almost always wake up fully before the music starts and I have not needed the snooze function yet. All of the wake up sounds were pleasant. I especially like the birdsong with flute music, as it reminds me of being in a spa. I like the dusk option for going to sleep. I set it for 30–60 minutes and read until it's too dark and I drop off to sleep. An additional bonus is that since I'm no longer using my cellphone as my alarm clock, I practice better sleep hygiene and keep my cellphone out of the bedroom. It is a significant investment but it has been worth it." —MsEdinger
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
Check out a BuzzFeeder's review (#11 in the post) for a first-hand account on how mornings can feel more invigorating.
Psst — this insulated strip also stops air conditioning from escaping out of the crack under the door, saving energy and money!
Promising review: "Product works really well! I needed a quick fix to my home office situation. I live in an apartment in Manhattan and never noticed how much sound comes in and out, until I had to be on conference calls working from home! This little tape made a big difference, took me a couple of minutes to install." —Sandra Revueltas
Get it from Amazon for $7.97 (available in two colors).
This is compatible with Mac, PC, and Chrome laptops between 13 and 17 inches, and attaches with device-safe metal plates. The magnetic pull is strong enough for you to be mobile without affecting your setup, but also easy enough to remove that you can pop everything into a backpack when you're on the move. And! You can rotate the display to your preference.
Promising review: "I’ve been using the SideTrak for a week now and it has been an absolute game-changer for me. The instructions were easy to follow, and installation a breeze. The SideTrak was first whipped into action during a 2 hour long ride in my car as a passenger, and I was utterly impressed with how much I got done with ease, in that amount of time! Additionally, I’ve gotten a lot more use out of the SideTrak than I imagined— such as when I’m lounging in my backyard, kitchen, living room, pool... anywhere outside of the room in my office, the possibilities are endless! I’m all about efficiency and maximizing my time and the SideTrak has contributed largely in those areas. Thank you." —Ratana K.
Get it from Amazon for $299.99.
Promising review: "This is a great product. We live in an old farmhouse and even though we have the fastest and highest internet service, we just couldn't get the signal throughout the entire house, or even our upstairs. But once we plugged in this range extender, we now have our 5G throughout the entire house and even the garage! It was super easy to install. No hassles. Easy-to-follow instructions." —Jennifer
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in two styles).
Minna May Studio is a Washington-based Etsy shop established in 2014 that specializes in hand-designed stickers, wall art, greeting cards, and more.
Get it from Minna May Studio on Etsy for $6.50.
Promising review: "What I love most is it’s ergonomic. Since I’ve been working at home since March - I’ve been trying to make my office comfortable. The Stand Up Desk Converter/Riser is what I’ve been missing in my home office. Sometimes you just want to stand and stretch or at times your back starts to hurt - with this I can now do it comfortably. I can adjust the height, I have room for my mouse and an area to write. It’s perfect in every way. Prior to receiving I would go stand at my kitchen island which wasn’t comfortable. Now with this Riser in my office I have everything I need within reach. I can also add a monitor in the future which is a plus. I’m very happy with this product and would recommend." —Marnette's Finds
Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available in sizes 28–42" and three colors).
Promising review: "I've been using one at my standup desk while working from home for at least six months and the feeling is marvelous. Just remodeled the kitchen and bought two - one to use in front of stove/oven and the other by sink. As soon as you step on it, you want to say ahhhh! These are easy to wipe clean and just the right size." —J. Neustadter
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three sizes and 10 colors)
You can brew up to one GALLON of cold brew in this *and* it stays fresh for up to two weeks!
Promising review: "Makes great cold brew coffee. I like that I can make a lot at one time. The filter is top notch, no grounds get into the water at all, and the filter and jar are easy to clean. The spout is super easy to use. This is heavy duty glass. The price is right. It does take 24 hours to brew, so you need patience. There's no instructions on how to brew cold brew, I learned on Tik Tok of all places, and then it's a matter of trial and error, and personal taste/preference. However it is VERY easy. I haven't had a cup of hot coffee since I bought this, I love it so much!" —Holly Dohner
Get it from Amazon for $36.99.
Promising review: "Cute mug warmer kept my coffee warm all day, I sometimes can not finish the mug during work due to interruptions. I like that it has three different temperature settings. After turning it off, it will continue to blink red for several minutes warning you that it is still hot. But be assured that it will stop blinking and the unit is off. Would recommend to anyone needing to keep their coffee/tea warm." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in five colors).
Promising review: "I absolutely LOVE this keyboard! It's so cute and fits perfectly with what I wanted. It types well and makes little noise but hitting the keys feels nice. I'm using it with my iPad and it fits in the indent really well I think it's perfect for typing on your lap or even on a desk. Once paired it will connect immediately to the iPad every time you turn it on and the keys commands work to lock and unlock the iPad with only the keyboard. The weight of the keyboard is about the same as the iPad so it doesn't move that much, other than the lack of some backlight for the keys this is the Perfect keyboard!!" —khstar
Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in four colors).
This compact, rolling desk bike has a cushy comfy seat that's adjustable so you can get the perfect height with the tray, and it has "whisper quiet" pedaling, eight resistance levels, and a way to track your mileage, rpm, and other stats.
Promising review: "Have had this product about a week now. Absolutely love it, what a game-changer!! As a consultant who live in a typical consulting life, I pretty much sit in front a computer all day long. Even though I work remotely a lot, I barely leave my desk. After a while, you will start to suffer from all the common things as everyone else, back pain, neck pain, you know all those things. Those all changed when I saw this product! To be honest, I didn't buy it right away because of the price of course. But I finally decided to make the purchase as a holiday gift to myself. I am so glad I made this choice! It hasn't been long, but I've been using it everyday. It was super easy to put together, easy to move around because of the wheels. You can totally work while using it. The best part is, YOU DON'T EVEN FEEL LIKE YOU'RE WORKING OUT. And somehow it helps you to concentrate better. There is no need to dedicate one hour for the gym, this could an anytime thing. When you are working, watching shows, even play games. I guess because of the working out, my sleep improves as well. Not mention the pains from back. All in all, this thing changed my life!!" —joshua0315
Get it from Amazon for $349.99.
Oh hey, watch the viral desk bike TikTok for more insight on how it works!
This little device has six noise modes: White Noise, Thunder, Ocean, Rain, Summer Night, and Brook. You can have it playing noise continuously until you shut it off, or set a timer for 15, 30, or 60 minutes.
Promising review: "As we're all on COVID alert and working from home, I don't have a 'quiet space' from which to work. So I bought this to drown out the sounds of the TV and other every noises at home. Works great. Can just leave it on or switch to the time mode if using it for sleep. The sounds are pretty continuous so you can't easily identify when the loop starts over again." —db
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
Holistic Habitat is a woman-owned small biz that was started in 2017 and run by Kristin and Rachael. They produce stunning, ethically-sourced home goods and give back on every purchase made.
Get it from Holistic Habitat for $139.
Promising review: "This thing is a game-changer...literally. I use my laptop for gaming. I like to run games with high-quality graphics, and thus, my computer heats up. In the past, I would put my knees up to give my laptop some breathing room, which is very uncomfortable for long term use. This cooling pad allows my legs and computer to stay cool for long periods of computer usage. The sticky band on the bottom keeps my laptop in place even when I'm moving around. I highly recommend this to anyone who hates their laptop burning their legs." —Scott
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
1801andco has been handling high-quality, custom printing services through their Etsy shop since 2016.
Promising review: "Functional AND beautiful...it’s already helping to keep my family more organized and it’s not an eyesore! Putting the clear acrylic w/ white lettering on a dark wall really helps it *pop*! It was packaged well, and instructions for hanging were very clear." —Ness Step
Get it from on 1801andco Etsy for $95.96+ (available in sizes and colors).
Promising review: "I love this product so much! It arrived fast, was simple to put together and customize to best fit my son’s needs for distance learning. It’s an attractive alternative to the metal mesh options and there is quite a bit of storage. I feel so much better about the start of the school year now that my son’s desk is set up." —Jules
Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in two colors).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.