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1. A Bluetooth speakerphone because you shouldn't have to rely on your computer's grainy speakers to hear your manager during your one-on-one Zoom meetings. This conference speaker has enhanced noise reduction so you won't have to ask "What was that you said?" a million times.
Promising reviews: "A must-have for remote work. My remote working experience just got 1,000 times better. This little speaker was just what I needed to reduce background noise and make meetings more effective." —Cheryl
"Very convenient, great audio quality. Better than my MacBook. People were complaining about the noise from other things at home when using my MacBook, but this one cleared all the noise and my voice was crystal clear on the other end." —Uday Poosarla
Get it from Amazon for $69.99 (available in three colors).
2. A sturdy phone holder you can keep on your desk so you can multitask with the best of them! Take work calls on your phone while you scroll through emails and Excel sheets on your laptop.
This holder also has grippy pads on the bottom so it doesn't slide around or scratch your desk!
Promising reviews: "A WFH must-have. This phone stand is wonderful to have on my desk while working from home. It would make a great stocking stuffer, too!" —Audrey McDonald
"I bought this for all of the Zoom meetings I was conducting at home. It works great! It’s very sturdy and allows me a good angle when speaking to clients. Would recommend." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $8.54+ (available in eight colors).
3. A privacy sign with three messages you can share with the outside world to let them know whether you're open to having guests interrupt your workflow.
Promising review: "I work from home, and if you do too you may also encounter this odd scenario: Merely closing the door to one’s office is not actually a reliable method to let others know you are working. I can’t say enough good things about this sign. It is a far better design and quality than expected at this price point. The sign is a dial style and really sturdy. The dial even has a click-in-place feature to prevent your status from accidentally moving when the door swings shut. Gone are the days of people thinking you’re available when you’re not! Well, at least you have forewarned them! I am extremely happy with the sign, and can recommend it to anyone who might need a little extra assistance in deterring work interruptions!" —Conscious Consumer
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two colors).
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: "Bought as a gift for teen who loves to fidget with objects and has anxiety. She was excited and immediately began playing with them. We all did! Great fun for any kid or adult. They feel great and sticks to everything without marking. Be sure to slowly peel them off. Leaves no residue or sticky/oily feel on hands or surfaces." —jean
Get it from Amazon for $10.69.
5. A rotating timer if you need a little external help to meet your deadlines. Simply start and stop the clock by turning it!
Promising review: "I seriously want to rave about this timer / clock. It's the funkiest most awesome clock and timer. I bought it to specifically GET MY KIDS OUT OF THE HOUSE TO SCHOOL ON TIME. They consistently won't be ready every morning without me hollering 10 minutes! Five minutes! If I missed these call outs, no one was ready on time. Now, the alarm goes off and they know what that means. I flip the hexagon to 15 minutes then beep beep beep! It's loud but not obnoxious and everyone can hear it from the bedroom. Flip again for five more minutes. When it goes off again, I'm going for my keys. Better be ready, kiddos! LIFE IS BETTER with my ZNEWTECH HEXAGON DIGITAL Timer & Alarm!!!!" —77Keys
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 two styles and in six colors).
6. Cleaning putty gel for getting into the cracks of your keyboard where McDonald's crumbs fell and started their own society. You can also use this as a duster for all your screens.
Promising review: “My absolute favorite little gadget for the car. It's the perfect size that it'll fit in your cup holder so it makes for easy storage and it cleans up all the dust and any crumbs that might have spilled. Plus it's purple; it can't get much better than that!” —Abigayle Sullivan
Get it from Amazon for $7.88+ (available in three colors).
7. A ceramic mug warmer because you've been getting up to heat that same cup of coffee in the microwave since this morning, and it just *doesn't* have to be like that.
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 $15.07.
8. An ergonomic balance ball chair — keep your body moving throughout the workday. Because an engaged body leads to an engaged (and productive) mind.
Promising review: "This is the BEST desk chair (for me). I was skeptical, but it really is comfortable. You're not actually shifting around like I imagined you would be doing. It is so slight that you do not even notice it. After sitting at my desk for several hours, I can really feel my glutes and hamstrings, so I know that I am working those muscles as I am sitting. Comfortable and also great for doing stretches on. I find myself kind of bouncing around on it from time to time. I love the fun green color and plan on putting some 'alien eyes' on the back of it to make it look like an alien. 10/10 would recommend again. I'm not being paid for this review, I just really love this chair." –C.Cashon
Get it from Amazon for $69.98 (available in six colors).
9. A six-outlet wall charger designed to house larger chargers as well as USBs (and those ports offer fast-charging). It even 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 $17.97+ (available in two styles).
10. A reversible faux-leather desk mat that's also waterproof so you can turn your dining table into a work space without risking coffee rings. Because coffee is an absolute must-have.
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 laid 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 $8.99+ (available in three sizes and in nine colors).
11. A portable dual monitor you can attach to your laptop if you need more than one screen to tackle your latest Excel sheet project.
This is compatible with Mac, PC, and Chrome laptops 13–17 inches, and attaches with device-safe metal plates.
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 two-hour 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 $229.98+ (available in black and silver).
12. A wear-resistant adjustable wood shelf perfect for keeping a mini library of your favorite books on your desk. Or use it to organize your folders and files so everything is within arm's reach!
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 five colors).
13. A whimsical wireless keyboard and mouse set because clickety-clacking away on emails all day can be made a little more fun with this colorful set. It even features typewriter-inspired round keys for a bit of a vintage flair.
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, nor color. A friend showed me her keyboard, and I fell in love with it. Hers was the pink/colorful option. I immediately went on Amazon and found the purple/lilac color and ordered. I received it today, and I’m so pleased. I 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 then 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 $40.99 (available in 12 colors).
14. A cute chew-resistant plush toy with an ultrasonic squeaker only your dog can hear so they can have fun and you can have silence. Finally, quiet while you work.
Promising reviews: "Now that we work at home, we need a toy that is quiet to keep our girl entertained. And this is a great toy!" —Rebecca W.
"I have an auditory processing disorder and that makes squeak toys very difficult for me. I always had to be very careful as to what toys my good girl could have. This has solved all the problems! The only sound I can hear is the air being pushed out and she goes nuts for it! Best of both worlds! If only all dog toys were like this!" —V. F.
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
15. An angled glass desktop dry-erase board that'll fit right between your monitor and keyboard so you can easily take notes while you work.
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 $29.99+ (available in five designs).
16. An insulated soundproofing strip you can put along your door to help create a silent work space.
This also makes sure that your air-conditioning and/or heat doesn't escape under your doors!
Promising review: "This product works really well! I needed a quick fix for 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 Hernandez
Get it from Amazon for $8.97+ (available in two lengths and four colors).
17. A Wi-Fi extender if you need to boost the internet range in your home office to avoid that awful buffering. You should be able to take a break from work and scroll for memes when you absolutely need to. Which is always.
Promising reviews: "When I first started working from home I was having trouble with the audio and video quality of my web meetings and even lost the connection to them at least twice a day. I decided to try this and in the two months I have had it I have had ZERO connectivity issues. I'm in a ranch-style home with the router in the basement and my office on the ground floor as far away from the router as I could be. It didn't seem like that should be far enough to make a difference since each floor is only 1,200 square feet. However, I plugged the unit into a socket in the hallway outside my office and it has made a fantastic difference in my office as well as on the TV in the bedroom across the hall. No stuttering on the TV, no issues during Zoom, Webex, or Microsoft Teams meetings. Absolutely worth every penny. And I am not being compensated in any way for this review." —Baker & Candy maker
Get it from Amazon for $44.99.
18. A memory foam chair cushion that'll turn any chair into a comfy office chair. It'll 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: "First of all, I sit for hours at a time for, 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 back so the cover can be removed and washed." —AkaPurple
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in four colors).
19. An adjustable mesh desk chair because WFH can and should be comfortable. Ergonomically designed, this chair will offer the lumbar support you've been dreaming of (and more)!
Promising review: “This is by far one of the best chairs I’ve ever sat on. The mesh is super comfortable as it is firm and quite supportive of my back. I also love how breathable the mesh is eliminating hot spots on my back. I’ve sat in chairs more expensive than this that were not breathable and it could get kinda hot sometime when my back is pressed against the chair. The chair was also super easy to assemble.” —Kevin
Get it from Amazon for $229.07 (available in two colors).
20. Or a high-tech customizable office chair for the perfect ergonomic chair for you and your office space. You get to choose the kind of foam used in the seating, whether it has heat or massage capabilities, and more.
Anthony Mazlish started this small business when he realized there weren't any businesses focusing on ergonomically designed chairs and other comfort products.
Promising review: "This chair actually adjusts your back. You can feel your spine adjust throughout the day, which is amazing. I work from home and am in meetings all day, and this chair saves my back and rear end from fatigue." —Steve G.
Get it from X-Chair for $1,349.99 (customization available).
21. A weekly planner mouse pad so you can easily keep track of your to-dos throughout the busy work day. There's a handy slot for a pen at the top, as well as lined sections for each day of the week, so you can fully flesh out your weekly agenda.
Promising review: "The calendar is incredibly handy for keeping track of projects at work. There's plenty of room for writing down daily tasks — I've been known to cram in several tasks in a day's column for particularly busy weeks. The spot for the pen is really handy, too. And I love the positive affirmations for each day! The whole thing is a great vibe for the week. Quality wise this product is excellent. The paper is sturdy, and each week tears off easily from the side. It arrived plastic-wrapped and in good condition." —Katie Marie
Get it from Amazon for $10.21+ (available in seven designs).
22. A compact sunlamp to simulate sunlight right at your desk and melt away dreary moods so you can get back to living your life to the fullest.
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 with 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.
23. A white noise machine if you need help drowning out the sounds of roommates or kids living it up in the rooms adjoining your work space. This super compact machine can also be easily transported from place to place.
This machine has six modes: white noise, thunder, ocean, rain, summer night, and brook. It can run continuously or you can 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 noise 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 $17.59 (available in three colors).
24. A memory foam under-desk footrest for super soft 'n' cushy relief in the middle of your busy work day. It's also adjustable and convertible, so you can fully customize it to meet your specific comfort needs.
Promising review: "Freaking love this thing! I have to sit for like 8–10 hours a day right now in the early years of med school and it’s been a game changer for my back! I mostly use it upside down so I can rock my feet back and forth but I like the soft side, too, when I’m trying to sit still. Highly recommend if you have a sore tailbone at the end of a long work/study day." —Bails
Get it from Amazon for $39.95+ (available in velvet or mesh).
Head over to our list of the best under-the-desk foot rests to see some other styles!
25. An under-the-desk foot hammock you can rest your feet on while you figure out which of your 514 unread emails to deal with first (I say mark them all as read).
Promising review: "This is one of the best footrest products that I have seen. It keeps me relaxed and comfortable in a sitting position, especially if I've been sitting for too long in cars, planes, or on my couch." —YangTingting
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in three colors).
26. A wooden laptop stand with a built-in power hub and dry erase board because you deserve to have all that you need right at your fingertips. You can also use the space inside to organize your other desk essentials!
Great Useful Stuff is a California-based small business with a wide selection of home and lifestyle products. This box includes the unit and six magnetic spools to keep the cords organized.
Get it from Great Useful Stuff for $24.99 (available in two wood types).
27. A mini cactus humidifier that's perfect for keeping at your desk because, unlike actual cactuses, you don't thrive in dry air environments.
28. 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 will 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 $30.75+ (available in four sizes and in 14 colors/patterns).
29. A memory foam gel pad because you don't have to subject your poor little wrists to constant cramping while you tip tap away on your keyboard all day. How poetic.
It comes in two pieces — one you can prop in front of your keyboard, and the other in front of your mouse.
Promising review: "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
Get it from Amazon for $13.96+ (available in 17 styles).
30. A selfie ring light and tripod that can be used on your desk or floor depending on whether you're working at a sitting or standing desk. Plus, there's a built-in phone holder if you're a rising Zoom star and need quality video. Oh, and it comes with a selfie stick.
Promising review: “I loved the remote ! It was a pleasant surprise because I did not remember reading that it came with a remote. As a content creator this is going to make my recording so much easier! The brightness on all three colors is amazing! If you record videos or do makeup or anything that would require a ring light I highly recommend.” —Kalisha Johnson
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two styles).
31. A pair of sliding under-desk drawers if you need some extra storage space. (Especially if your WFH space is less of a "desk" and more of a "table where you put your laptop.")
Promising review: "This product works exactly as I'd hoped and is now neatly under my desk without taking up so much room that I bump it or knock it off when I sit down. Adhesive stuck on easily and feels very sturdy. Remember to be realistic in terms of the weight of objects you put in these drawers (i.e. don't fill it with heavy items and then get upset when the adhesive wears down quickly). Pens, paperclips, Post-its, earbuds, and scissors all fit in mine and I will definitely buy these again for our other desks." —Shopping Mama
Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three colors).
You can also check out these under-desk storage products to clear up some more clutter on your desktop!
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.