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1. A screaming goat figurine because every now and then you need to scream but feel a little too self-conscious to let out your roar. That's where this lil' guy comes in. It'll do the screaming for you! It even comes with a book full of fun facts and trivia about the ever-majestic goat.
Promising review: "This is a hilarious way to scream at the universe without hurting your throat. I often gift this to people who are struggling. It generates a smile and lets them know it’s OK to feel like screaming." —meggysmallz
Get it from Amazon for $7.65.
2. An adorable froggy desk companion to help you stay on task when you're feeling the urge to spend half an hour on TikTok.
Dapple & Dot is a small business based in the UK.
Promising review: "Absolutely adorable little item, sturdy and super cute! I'm so excited to have it sitting on my desk to motivate me!" —Celestina Grey
Get it from Dapple & Dot on Etsy for $11.79.
3. A mini wacky waving inflatable tube guy if you need a fun (but silent) coworker at your WFH station.
Promising review: "I opened the package and screamed for joy! As I placed the 9-volt battery, my hands trembled with what would happen next! As I turned on the wacky waving inflatable tube man, I knew I had a friend for life. Someone you can really count on to cheer you up when you are feeling down. He brought me such joy I started to cry with laughter and happiness." —Robert Wurstner
Get it from Amazon for $8.58.
4. A pack of six squishy Crayola fidget balls that you can stack, stick, or sling when you're feeling a lil' stressed while working from home! The best part is the balls won't leave behind any residue. Whether they're being used as stress balls or as a temporary wall ornament, these fidget balls are a ton of fun!
And when the balls lose their stickiness, just clean them up with soap and water for them to feel like new again!
Promising review: "As an adult with ADHD, I was never particularly attracted to the typical fidget devices. But I've always loved sticky textures (remember those stick hands we used to play with?), and these fit perfectly in my palm, so I can roll and squeeze it all day while working, watching, or playing." —A
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $10.69 (also available in a pack of 16).
5. A USB mouse jiggler because sometimes you need to take an extended bathroom break, which would mean looking like you're not active on Google Chat, Teams, or Slack. It has three modes that can simulate mouse movement along different trajectories.
Promising review: "This thing is GREAT. My workplace recently started this 'security' thing where our computers lock after 15 minutes of inactivity. Every time I turn to do some work on my side desk for a little while and look back, my computer is locked and I have to type my password in again. That is ridiculous. This little device solves that problem. I want my computer to lock when I want it to lock, like at the end of the day!!! On the smallest movement setting, it only moves the cursor one or two pixels up, down, right, and left, and it is not enough to interfere with my normal mouse movements." —G.Adams
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
6. A compact light therapy lamp to simulate sunlight right at your desk if your home office doesn't get great light. This may help melt away dreary moods so you can get back to living your life to the fullest.
Read more about how light therapy can help with seasonal affective disorder at Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: "I work from home at night. I never see the light of day during the winter. This light has been a joy to have and gives great light at my desk to work with [as well as] the benefit of mimicking sun exposure. It’s very easy to use and to replace bulbs." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $59.99.
7. A desktop punching bag if you've spent the day writing and deleting "per my last email" because you know you don't have the energy to explain yourself again.
8. A memory foam chair cushion that'll turn any chair into a comfy office chair. It may also help relieve lower back and tushy discomfort. Plus, its heat-responsive technology and ergonomic design mean you can say goodbye to bad posture and joint pain.
Promising review: "I sit for hours at a time, and I always complain about my back or bottom hurting. Well, once I started sitting on this memory foam cushion, I noticed a difference right away. And I was still comfortable sitting after a few hours. The cushion is large and fits my entire chair seat. I am happy it works and is large enough for all of me!! The cushion also has a zipper on the back so the cover can be removed and washed. My bottom is happy, and so is my back." —AkaPurple
Get it from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in three styles and five colors).
9. A lumbar roll because your back has been screaming out for help from that rickety office chair you've been sitting in. It comes with a strap, so you don't have to worry about it moving throughout the workday.
Promising review: "I put this around my desk chair as I work from home all day long. It takes a day or so to get used to and now I can't live without it (it's been a few weeks since I bought it). It helps me sit up straight and is really comfortable. You can adjust it easily it slips easily over any chair (my large ergonomic chair works well with this). My PT suggested this. He also takes this in his car when he drives long distances. I haven't done that yet, but I can see how easy it is to travel with. Highly recommend." —KO_ST
Get it from Amazon for $22.46+ (available in two densities).
10. A relaxing, handmade soy wax candle so at least your nostrils will feel like they've been transported to a land full of eucalyptus, peppermint, and clove when the rest of you is stuck sitting behind a screen. So breathe in this calming scent and breathe out any stress.
Sweet Water Decor is a woman-owned small biz making candles, mugs, home decor, and more!
Promising review: "This is such a beautiful candle and really goes with my decor. It burns great and covers up the kitty litter smell in my bathroom. The scent is natural and reminiscent of a relaxing day at the spa." —Emily M94
Get it from Sweet Water Decor on Amazon for $19.99.
11. Or a mini disco ball diffuser to help turn your WFH space into a retro-inspired aromatherapeutic spa. Plus, you can set it so it rotates and changes colors!
According to Johns Hopkins, you may want to avoid diffusing oils around larger groups and young children because of the side effects of different oils. If you're interested, you can read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension here.
Promising review: "Love it! I got this for my office, and it makes me smile. So fun! Just get it." —Lindsey
Get it from Amazon for $34.17+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
12. A 2-quart mason jar cold brew coffee maker — just add coffee grounds to the mesh filter, pour in water, and let it sit overnight. It even has a flip-cap pour spout for a no-mess pour. Prep this before bed so you can have coffee first thing in the morning!
Promising review: "During the summer, hot coffee is typically the last thing I want in the morning. I work from home, so finding a good way to make cold brew has been a goal of mine for several years. In the past, I've tried using a French press, and the results were OK, but the biggest problem I had was that it just made too small a quantity of coffee at any one time. I saw this unit on Amazon and decided to give it a try. So far, it's been very good after three or four batches of coffee. It makes considerably more than my French press, so it lasts me a couple of days. Once I finish what's in it, I rinse it out and immediately grind more beans and refill it so it's ready again by the following morning." —Rich
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
13. A set of four mason jars for making overnight oats. If starting the day off strong is difficult for you, make it easier by prepping your breakfast the night before! They come with airtight lids and stainless-steel spoons.
Promising review: "I use these for my weekly meal prep. They're the perfect size for my overnight oats or my chia pudding. I like to top them off with a lot of fruit, and these are perfect. The glass is thick, and the fact that they come with spoons makes them even better." —Karem Villegas
Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in three color combinations).
14. A budget-friendly 24-inch monitor because you need a little bit more screen than your laptop is capable of offering on its own. So go ahead and spread that Excel sheet out!
It features a 75-Hz refresh rate with 1080p resolution, making it suitable for gaming too. It has two HDMI ports — be sure to pick up a USB-C hub if you're planning to connect a MacBook.
Promising reviews: "If you work from home, you must have this in your life! Super easy to set up, has great packaging, great quality, great price. I absolutely LOVE this!" —RR
"Just set this monitor up, and so far, it’s earned all five stars! It was easy to assemble, compatible with my MacBook Pro (with a USB-C adapter), and the picture is great! I just wanted another monitor for when I work from home, so having something available that was affordable like this was perfect for what I needed." —Allison H.
Get it from Amazon for $109.97.
15. A pair of blue light–blocking glasses designed to help reduce eye fatigue and headaches. Because if we're gonna stare at a screen all day, we might as well feel like professional hackers on an Ocean's Eleven-type mission.
Note: Results from wearing blue-light–blocking glasses are mostly placebo effect. According to the Mayo Clinic, while blue-light blocking or filtering products such as blue-light glasses decreases the transmission of ultraviolet light involving wavelengths, there is no significant improvement in vision performance or sleep quality. Read more about it here.
Promising review: "A must-have! I am a medical assistant who works a 9–5 job, and half the time, I am on the computer. I was having a headache that turned into a long-lasting migraine for several days straight. My coworker recommended blue light glasses. As soon as I received these, I wore them right away, and I immediately noticed a huge difference in my headaches. Definitely recommend, and the style is a plus, very cute!!" —Alize Dejesus
Get a set of two from Amazon for $16.98 (available in 11 color combos).
16. A super powerful, USB-powered desk fan so you can feel like you're outside with the wind in your hair even though you're actually sitting in your office reorganizing your files. This quiet, three-speed fan will definitely come in handy on particularly warm days!
Promising review: "A bit smaller than I thought it would be, but it is powerful!!! Even on low, it gives a good, steady breeze. Medium is strong, and the High setting will actually dry my thick hair. It's also extremely quiet. It's also adjustable (tilts up or down only). If you're looking for a good small portable desk fan, this is perfect. For the price, it absolutely can't be beaten." —Ellis Crane
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in six colors).
17. An electric standing desk — just because you're WFH doesn't mean you can't stay active. This adjustable workspace can help you accommodate your body's needs throughout the day, whether that's sitting or cranking out a few reps of desk push-ups or calf raises.
Promising review: "This is a great desk for working from home. I work 9–10 hour shifts, five days a week, and sitting those long hours started hurting my neck and back. But with this desk, I now have the option to stand, which makes working long hours endurable." —Koshia Johnson
Get it from Amazon for $159.99+ (available in five sizes and six colors).
18. Or a sit-to-stand converter because you've already got the desk of your dreams but could use a little something to help ~elevate~ your WFH experience.
Here's what BuzzFeed writer Courtney Lynch has to say:
"About a year into working remotely due to the pandemic, I finally decided it was time to invest in a standing desk for my home office. I already had a desk I wasn't ready to part with, so I bought this sit-to-stand desk converter. Let me tell you, this has changed my WFH experience for the better. The desktop area is large enough for my laptop, external monitor, Bluetooth speaker, and a few other items. The desktop can hold up to 33 pounds, and the keyboard tray can support up to 4 pounds. The pneumatic lift assist feature lets you adjust the height between 4.5–20 inches in one smooth motion that won't strain your back."
Promising review: "This has made life SO MUCH BETTER!!! I hate sitting down all day, hunched and reaching for my keyboard and mouse. While I'm sitting down, this helps correct poor posture. When I need to stand/move a bit, I can lift it up and work standing! This is a great invention and is very sturdy." —Andrew Drozdowski
Get it from Amazon for $119.99+ (available in six sizes and nine colors).
19. And a cushy anti-fatigue mat if standing at your desk all day is great for your back but stressful for your knees. Its soft foam core is designed to help keep your muscles and joints at ease so you can comfortably stand for hours at a time.
Promising review: "This mat was woven by angels, sculpted by the reanimated corpse of Michelangelo, and sealed with Superman's laser vision. When I stood upon it, my feet no longer felt attached to my body. My physical form carried no weight. There was the sensation of floating, my body effortlessly held upright by the essence of time and space...nice mat. Very comfortable. Well worth the money." —JOE K
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in 4 sizes and 15 colors and patterns).
20. An aromatherapy roll-on migraine stick made with a blend of essential oils to help target those screen-induced headaches. Rumor has it that it's easier to get work done if you're head doesn't feel like it's being split in two.
Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.
Promising review: "After reading an article on BuzzFeed that touted this product, I bought one for my boyfriend, who suffers from awful, frequent headaches. It WORKS. Not only does he swear by it, he has purchased them for his Mom and several friends. FANTASTIC." —SassySarah
Read my coworker's Migrastil Migraine Stick review for more deets!
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
21. A set of laptop armrest pads that'll offer wrist support so you can go on clickety-clacking away! These silicone pads are soft and re-positionable.
Promising review: "I use these pads all the time. I'm sure it's not ergonomically correct for me to rest my wrists on my laptop while I type, but it's hard to kick bad habits...so if you're in the same boat with the same annoyingly sharp edges on your Mac, these puppies are the perfect solution. They significantly extend my comfortable writing window." —Samuel A. Nordli
Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in three sizes).
22. And memory foam armrest pads because your elbows and forearms have been suffering through long days of laying atop your desk chair's uncomfortable plastic armrests.
Promising review: "I have a desk chair that I live in and 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 black and gray).
23. A chic time-marked water bottle if you have a hard time remembering to stay hydrated on days when you're in back-to-back Zoom meetings. Plus, it's honestly cute enough to deserve a permanent spot on your desk amongst your tchotchkes.
Promising review: "Saw it on TikTok and thought it would be a great bottle for work. It is very sleek and lightweight enough to carry when you have other items in your hand. I love the modern look, and it cleans very easily! The time increments really do motivate me. I'm definitely ordering again for myself and gifts. Fast delivery and very nice packaging." —Rosa
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
24. A set of rainbow heart-shaped shot glasses for that much-needed espresso shot at the beginning of the work day...and maybe even for that much-needed tequila shot at the end.
25. A USB-powered LED light strip to light up your screen from behind so you're not squinting for your life.
Promising review: "I bought this item in an effort to improve my work-from-home efficiency. The backlighting truly does make the computer screen sharper and simultaneously easy on the eyes. It's also been great for later night gaming sessions." —Jeremey
Get it from Amazon for $10.49+ (available for monitors up to 80 inches).
26. A ergonomically designed Logitech mouse that'll help ensure hours-long comfort. If you've been experiencing wrist pain or hand cramps, you may have just found your holy grail.
You can connect via Bluetooth or with the included USB receiver. This cordless mouse is recommended for small- to medium-sized hands — if you have large hands, Logitech recommends the MX vertical mouse!
Read more about how an ergonomic mouse can help prevent carpal tunnel at Cleveland Clinic.
BuzzFeed writer Melanie Aman has been using this mouse to work from home:
"I, like many people, did not have an ergonomic work setup (or any setup for that matter) when I started working from home in 2020. After months of sitting at the kitchen bar or on the couch and using a trackpad 40 hours a week, I had a lot of pain in my wrist and forearm. Eventually, I got a proper desk, chair, and mouse, and the pain mostly went away — mostly. I would still notice a twinge sometimes while using my Magic Mouse, which I just accepted as part of life. But then — THEN! — I tried this Logitech Lift ergonomic mouse, and I have not had any pain in the almost two years I've been using it. I've also grown to really like the placement of the scroll wheel and buttons. I still use a regular mouse for gaming on my personal computer, but I am now constantly reminded of how much better this Lift mouse is for basically every other computer activity."
Promising review: "This mouse is perfect for smaller hands or people who have any kind of hand pain. I find this extremely comfortable. The buttons on the mouse are very easy to push, and they’re quiet. If you have any arthritis or discomfort in your hand, this is perfect!" —Jaye Hockenberry
Get it from Amazon for $65.90+ (available in three colors and a right-handed or left-handed style).
27. An ergonomic kneeling chair because it may help alleviate back pain caused by sitting for long periods of time or from bad posture. Its got 4-inch memory foam padding to make sitting more comfortable.
Read more about how ergonomic chairs can help at Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review: "Easy to assemble and slides under my desk when not in use. Only took a few adjustments to get it just right (short legs, long torso). I only use it half the day, but it has helped tremendously with preventing lower back spasms." —Melissa
Get it from Amazon for $109.95.
28. A mini fridge so you don't have to keep getting up and going to the kitchen every time you're in need of a seltzer break. The 6-liter fridge can hold up to eight cans!
Promising review: "This is perfect for my small under-desk office space! It is the perfect little fridge to hold all my vegetable and fruit baggies for my smoothies at work. The design is sleek, and very cool to look at. It’s a great design, and the light blue is a very pretty color on the small unit. You will adore your little fridge." —Sharon R.
Get it from Amazon for $39.09+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
29. A pair of noise-canceling wireless Bluetooth earbuds with special touch functions: tap once to play or pause; double-tap to skip forward or backward. And, of course, it comes with a charging case! Now, you can drown out the noise around you with your favorite podcast or playlist.
Promising reviews: "I use these for all of my work calls now, and I work from home 100% of the time and am in meetings all day." —Laralyn Ellsworth
"These headphones are literally fantastic. I am a professional musician by trade, and these have incredibly clear sound quality and really high-end parts put into this product. The connection is fast and easy, and it charges while in the case, which is a great feature. But better than all these features, I love the ability to wear them in the shower and jam to tunes while they get soaked and survive it like a champ." —Matthew Hussey
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in six colors and two styles).
30. Or a pair of incredibly soft Loop noise-reduction earplugs if the sounds coming from outside are a little too distracting/annoying. These flexible silicone earplugs will help you concentrate on the task at hand.
Promising review: "I struggle with anxiety and ADHD, and I find myself frequently sensitive to sounds. Things were especially difficult with the kids at home working on school while I was trying to work from home. Not only have these been fabulous throughout the day, but holy cow, they are a lifesaver at night! My husband snores, and I have tried several pairs of earplugs, sleep masks with little speakers in them…the list goes on. These loops are extremely comfortable to sleep in. They cut the sounds of the snores to manageable and sleep-able levels without cutting off all sounds. If one of our children comes into the room, the phone rings, etc., I can still hear and remain safe. They are not noise canceling; they are noise reducing. They are so reasonably priced that I have a pair next to my bed, on my desk, and in my cars. Highly highly recommend!!!" —Christina
Get it from Amazon for $29.95 (available in seven colors).
31. A ceramic mug warmer because you've been working so hard you forgot to drink your coffee and now it's cold. Never have lukewarm coffee again!
Promising review: "I'm a very slow tea/coffee drinker, so having this mini hot plate is amazing. I can have hot tea until the last sip! Life-changing. I use it every day. I'm using it as I write this review. I drink more tea because I know it won't get cold and sad. My roommates all want one now." —PDT
Get it from Amazon for $24.53.
32. A 3D digital clock so you can count down to 5 p.m. in style. It's got three brightness levels that you can adjust and a snooze alarm. Because we all know working from home means taking a nap at some point during the day...
Promising review: "It is so easy to use and set up, and I love the variety of colors! I also like that it automatically runs at night. It’s a must-buy for sure!" —alexiamts13
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in eight styles).
33. An under-desk electric treadmill that'll allow you to work out while you work! This quiet walking pad might just help keep you awake and alert when you're starting to fade away.
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 I managed to haul this thing up two flights of stairs (slowly), unbox it, turn it 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. 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 $289.99+ (available in four colors).
34. A rotating timer if you need a little external help make sure you take breaks during the workday. Start and stop the clock by simply turning it!
Promising review: "I bought this beacuse I work from home, and coming back from breaks and lunches on time, well, it can be easy to lose track of time! This handy clock helps me know just when it's time to get back to work." —Aundrea J Ashton
Check out my coworker's hexagonal productivity timer review for more on how she uses this to get more done and help the day go by faster.
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in 30 and 60 minutes and six colors).
35. A six-outlet wall charger designed to house larger chargers as well as USBs (and those ports offer fast-charging). More importantly, it also functions as a night-light if you tend to work into the wee hours.
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 $12.98.
36. A cheery cloud-shaped wrist rest for ~out of this world~ support. It's made using memory foam so you'll literally feel like you're working on a cloud!
37. Or a baguette-shaped wrist rest parce que c'est la vie! This memory foam support can help make sure you avoid any wrist pain. It also has non-skid backing to prevent it from sliding around.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.