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If You Spend Eight Hours A Day At A Desk, You May Need These 35 WFH Items

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You're obviously going to be here for a while, so you might as well make yourself as comfortable as possible.

1. An undetectable mouse jiggler great for those who need a quick break in between those long eight hours without announcing it to everyone on Gchat, Teams, or Slack. This gadget will keep you "active" while you're busy on a coffee run or walking your dog around the block!

A mouse on a white oval device that spins it slightly to keep the mouse active

Reviewer holding up the power button on the device

Tech8 USA is a small biz based in Austin, Texas.

Promising review: "Like everyone else, I stumbled upon this product because of a TikTok I saw. Setup was extremely easy and I'm pleased to say that my Teams green light is on all the time now. Workers of the world, unite." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in five styles). 

2. A pair of blue-light–blocking glasses to help prevent eye strain and provide protection from the glare of screens (computer screens, phone screens, all the screens)!

reviewer in the tort frames

reviewer in black and grey glasses

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.

WearMe Pro is a family-owned small business based in Temple, Arizona. The brand provides affordable, trendy shades and partners with the Arizona Humane Society to provide supplies for animals in need.

Promising review: "Love these blue light glasses! I usually wear contacts and like the freedom of being able to take these off without going blind throughout the day (my prescription glasses have blue light coating too but I don’t always want to wear them all day long). The style is so cute (love the tortoiseshell!) and they’re super comfortable. This brand always delivers. Highly recommend!!" —Molly

Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in three colors).

3. A set of memory foam gel pads that work as support for your wrists, giving them relief from being in the same position eight hours a day. They'll help prevent cramping and wrist pain, which can put a damper in anyone's work or gaming time.

a reviwer with the light pink set on their desk

a close up of a reviewer's purple wrist pads

It comes in two pieces — one you can prop in front of your keyboard, and the other in front of 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 $13.98+ (available in 17 colors).

4. And a gel-enhanced seat cushion to not only help straighten your posture, but to make your office chair WAY more comfortable. Hours of sitting won't hurt so bad with this!

reviewer showing the gray cushion on their office chair

reviewer showing the thickness of the cushion, it's as thick as their finger is long

ComfiLife is a small business based in San Diego. They're all about pain relief, comfort, and taking care of your body.

Promising reviews: "I've purchased similar items in the past that visually looked like this but were stiff and rigid. This is amazing. Totally eased my back pain from my quarantined-at-home desk job. Highly recommend." —Bellarosa555

"Since I've started working from home (coronavirus quarantine) I really miss my office chair. I saw this reviewed on BuzzFeed and immediately ordered it. Best decision ever. It helps my posture and makes my stiff kitchen chair way more comfortable." —Melissa Schuler

Get it from Amazon for $44.99 (available in three colors).

5. A reversible waterproof desk mat so you can turn any space into a work area. The leather mat is heat resistant, easy to clean, and works as a mouse pad. And for my indecisive folks (i.e. me), the reversible colors make it much easier when you want to change your office aesthetic.

a reviewer's home office setup with two screens, one showing a plant image and the other displaying a document. Books and a desk lamp with flowers are on the side

A hand lifts a corner of a dual-colored desk mat, showing a keyboard on a wooden desk

Promising review: "This is great to add some personalization to the desk. I like that it keeps my swearing cups from getting all over my desk. Is easy to write on and the two sides makes it easy to flip back and forth." —ajb1234

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in four sizes and in 14 color combinations).

6. A gorgeous and clever monitor riser with four USB ports because a little extra height and more USB ports are *never* a bad thing to have. And when it's an all-in-one deal!? You cannot pass this up!

a monitor on the light wood riser

a close up of the usb ports on the dark wood riser

Craft Kitties / Etsy

Other things to keep in mind: raising your laptop or monitor up to eye level makes for better ergonomics (i.e. reduced eye and neck strain), PLUS by lifting your screen up, you make more room on your desk for storage underneath the stand. Read more about how ergonomic workstations can help at Cleveland Clinic.

Craft Kitties is a small biz that makes gorgeous items home and office items out of real wood. 

Promising review: "I looked at a lot of monitor stands before picking this one and I'm so glad I landed on this! Yes, it's more expensive than others you'll find on Amazon but the quality surpasses anything you'll find there. The wood grain is gorgeous and smooth and the legs attached flawlessly and look beautiful. Amazing product!" —Amy Gadbois 

Get it from Craft Kitties on Etsy for $44.25+ (originally $59; available in two wood stains and multiple USB options). 

For a more simple design, check out this black one from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in two sizes). 

7. A pair of noise-reduction earplugs that'll drown out any loud neighbors, barking dogs, and other distractions that prevent you from focusing on the ol' 9 to 5. These can also help protect your hearing at loud events, or just help limit loud noises in general for your sensitive ears. Plus, they're kinda stylish too!

Close-up of an ear wearing a stylish, round ear cuff with a modern design

Open case displaying wireless earbuds with metal loop design. Person holding the case has blue-painted nails

The earplugs also come with a carrying case and eight different ear tips (XS–L) to ensure the perfect fit.

Promising review: "Wore these to a restaurant that is always busy and noisy due to no noise canceling panels in the place. It's all hard surfaces. So it can get loud. With these in, I could hear the silverware clashing, chairs screeching across the floors, and the many conversations around me, but it was SUCH A DIFFERENCE. A 'soft' mute. Clarity. I felt much calmer and could hear the people I was with, more clearly than I expected. Worth every penny." —Victoria

Get it from Amazon for $34.95 (available in nine colors). A silicone super-soft version is also available for $27.95 (available in 10 colors).

a reviewer's clip light attached to their desktop monitor

A reviewer shows a dark before image without the clip light, and a brighter after image while using the light.

Promising review: "This fits perfectly in my small purse. I love that I can use this for my night time outings to take great selfies but also for work during my meetings. It has warm lights, white light, and a combination of both. You may also change the intensity of each. It really makes you look great." —Araceli Grande

Get it from Amazon for $31.99.

9. A laptop stand you can put right on your desk. It makes any space much more work-friendly as the ergonomic design brings your laptop screen up to eye-level while you sit! No more leaning down to see your laptop screen means less neck and shoulder strain.

a reviewer's black laptop on the black stand

A reviewer's laptop resting on the stand on a desk

BTW, raising your laptop or monitor up to eye level makes for better ergonomics (i.e. reduced eye and neck strain). Read more about how ergonomic workstations can help at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "This was recommended in an article about handling working from home during this COVID-19 stay-at-home requirement — since workspaces at home aren't as ergonomic as at work when it comes to eight-hour work days. It is SO worth it! It's incredibly sturdy. The laptop is now placed at a perfect angle. I bought a wireless keyboard which I can use with my laptop when the laptop is in the stand — and then at the end of my workday, I just slide my wireless keyboard under the laptop in the space created by the stand, and I regain that bit of space on my table. I love it. Add in the brushed silvery tone, and it has been a great investment for me." —Joe Mama

Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in 10 colors).

10. An Anker 10-foot laptop charging cable so you aren't confined to your desk when your computer's low on juice. This cable is made of extra durable nylon and has a USB C connector compatible with MacBook and iPad Pros 2020 and later, Galaxy S20s, Pixels, and more.

reviewer holds up the charging cable

Promising review: "The quality is to be expected as with any Anker product. It's well built and charges quite fast. I like the bright red color and length of the cord. It is easy to connect and does exactly what it is supposed to." —stTeresyah

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three lengths and two colors).

11. And a handmade wooden cord organizer to prevent your desk from looking chaotic with wires. It'll make concentrating on work much easier with a clean space.

the dark wood organizer holding four different cords on a white desk

The same organizer attached to the side of a desk instead of on top

Stem Bear / Etsy

Stem Bear is a small business that focuses on unique wooden desk and phone accessories.

Promising review: "Really lovely wood. It still had its great, fresh wood smell. The box and wrapping was so, so lovely and you could see they'd put effort." —Ollie Law

Get it from Stem Bear on Etsy for $40.11+ (originally $60.84; available in dark and light wood).

12. A compact under-desk electric treadmill complete with Bluetooth speakers, an LED display, and super quiet motor! This will make working out at home ten times easier because it doesn't take up much space and you can easily put it away when you're done — perfect for my WFH peeps whose "office" doubles as the living room, too.

the white treadmill under a reviewer's standing desk setup

reviewer standing on the white under desk treadmill

The LED display shows basic metrics like time, speed, and distance. Its speed range is 0.5–6mph and its weight capacity is 220 pounds. See it in action in this TikTok

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. 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).

13. Or a TikTok-famous rolling desk bike if cycling is more your speed. It's got an ergonomic design, adjustable height, and pedals that'll keep you active even when you have a long day of meetings.

reviewer working on a laptop on the rolling desk bike

different reviewer's setup with the rolling desk bike and a laptop on top

This compact, rolling desk bike is also height adjustable so you can get your perfect fit with the tray, and has "whisper quiet" pedaling, eight resistance levels, and a way to track your mileage, rpm, and other stats. Psst — you can watch the viral desk bike TikTok featuring it for more insight on how it works. It's been liked over 2.5 million times!

Promising review: "Have had this product about a week now. Absolutely love it, what a game-changer!! As a consultant who lives a typical consulting life, I pretty much sit in front of acomputer 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 get 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. And I am so glad I made this choice! It hasn't been long, but I have been using it every day. It was super easy to put together and 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 be an anytime thing. When you are working, watching shows, even playing games. I guess because of the working out, my sleep improved as well. Not mention the pains from my back. All in all, this thing changed my life!!" —joshua0315

Get it from Amazon for $499.99 (available in three colors).

14. A vibrant wireless keyboard and mouse set that'll help your work from home set up go from bland to bright. The keyboard is full size too, meaning it has that super convenient numeric pad on the right.

A reviewer shows the green keyboard and mouse in use

a different reviewer shows the pink and white keyboard

The USB receiver is what helps this keyboard and mouse duo work wirelessly (no Bluetooth needed). Simply insert in your computer to connect!

Promising reviews: "This is ADORABLE! I love love love everything about this keyboard. It’s satisfying to the touch, and visually appealing. It’s easy to hook up (just some batteries and plug in to your computer)! I love green and it matches well with my room and desk setup." —Seba

"I absolutely love [this keyboard]!... It connects to your Mac/PC laptop with a USB piece and is operated by AA batteries. The keys really do feel like a typewriter and I get all the nostalgia and fun of typing on a mechanic keyboard. 10/10." —Katherine Dinh

Get it from Amazon for $40.99 (available in 14 colors).

15. A pair of wireless Beats headphones with a long-lasting charge, built-in microphone, and extra comfy ear cushions for hours of listening. Whether your day is jam-packed with meetings or you're listening to your favorite podcast, these are a must for your WFH setup.

Model with headphones holding a phone, text highlights seamless Apple and Android compatibility for easy pairing and device finding

Over-ear headphones with a sleek design against a leafy background, suitable for fashion-forward tech shopping

BTW, they come with their own carrying case!

Promising review: "Honestly, this has to be the best purchase I’ve ever made! 😍 You’re definitely getting what you paid for! They’re super clean looking, and the color is beautiful!!! You can use them for working out, or just everyday use, they’re super functional. They charge so fast! You plug them in for 10 mins, and get five hours of use... The mic is also great when you’re on the phone or taking a video. Great value for your money." Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $129.99 (available in four colors).

16. And a 360-degree rotating headphone holder that won't take up any unnecessary space on your desk. It's got a simple installation too: just peel off the adhesive back and stick to any surface.

a reviewer shows the white headphone holder attached to a desk

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 is 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 $12.99 (available in black and white).

17. A coffee mug warmer with three heat settings and an auto shutoff feature so you'll never have to worry about forgetting to turn it off when not in use.

A mug filled with coffee placed on the blue warmer

Mug on a warmer with text:

Promising review: "One of those items I didn’t know I needed until I had it. As a busy mom of two little ones, I can’t even remember the last time I got to finish a hot cup of coffee. Until now! This truly kept my coffee warm for literal hours. And I love the wood grain look of it. It’s nice and doesn’t look cheap at all. I’m going to keep it on my desk for when I’m working, and I’ll never go without hot coffee again!" —ADR80

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in eight colors).

18. A Logitech ergonomically designed mouse to help reduce hand cramps, muscle strain, and wrist pain. And yep, it's wireless, too! You can connect via Bluetooth or with the included USB receiver.

the white vertical mouse on a desk near a keyboard

hand on the pink vertical mouse

This cordless mouse is recommended for small- to medium-sized hands — if you have large hands, Logitech recommends the MX vertical mouse! Get a closer look at this mouse on TikTok, where the reviewer talks about how much more comfortable they find using it compared to a traditional mouse.

Read more about how an ergonomic mouse can help prevent carpal tunnel at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising reviews: "I am a graphic designer and my hand was hurting so much using my other mouse that I couldn’t work efficiently. I tried this mouse, and the pain and stiffness in my hand is gone. I’ll never go back! I will say it definitely takes a few days to get back to your normal working speed but now that I’m used to the mouse I love it. I use it with a keyboard to the left and then an Apple trackpad to the left of the keyboard for scrolling and panning. It’s comfortable and easy to use. You can download the mouse software and customize buttons on it, so I like that I have a copy and paste button now to cut down on hand movements on my keyboard." —Abigail Biegert

"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 $59.99+ (available in three colors and in a right-handed or left-handed style).  

19. THEE TikTok-famous padded office chair because no home office is complete without a comfy AND stylish place to sit. This chair not only has an adjustable height and an ergonomic mid back for support, but it's also wide enough for you to comfortably cross your legs! Reviewers say it's "life changing," so no wonder this baby's gone viral. 👏

a model sitting in the chair with their legs crossed

a reviewer's chair with text that reads

Check it out on TikTok here!

Read more about how ergonomic office chairs can help at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising reviews: "Buy this chair. I’ve bought so many office chairs over the years. The classic Goldilocks story— this one’s too bulky, this one’s too flimsy, that one has too much hard plastic… yada yada. I think this one might be it. Really comfortable, solid build, attractive but the best feature is the wide seat. I can criss cross my legs easily to relieve the pressure in my hips which is life changing if you’re chained to your desk sitting in meetings all day." —Larissa Harrison

Get it from Amazon for $138.99+ (available in two materials, with or without wheels).

20. Or an ergonomic swivel chair if you're looking for something with arm rests and wheels. This chair is still a cutie, too! So you'll get the best of both worlds.

the gray and white chair sitting beside a white desk

Amazon

Read more about how ergonomic office chairs can help at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising reviews: "Finally found a chair that helps with supporting my low back and does not hurt my shoulders. Helps me sit upright for my posture better than my last chair. The seat is a good blend of softness vs firmness." —MrsEBailey7

"I purchased one for my wife and she loved it so I got one for myself. They are very sturdy and well made. It took about 30 minutes to assemble. We find that it supports our backs and the back spring tension is perfect. We have been through several office chairs and these are by far the best." —Boomer

Get it from Amazon for $59.98+ (available in four colors).

21. A set of water-absorbent coasters that are just as cute as they are useful. These terrazzo and marble-style coasters are fast-acting when it comes to liquid cleanup, and they even have a cork bottom so there is no unwanted movement. Trust me, you don't want ANY liquid leaking near your laptop!

a terrazzo-patterned coaster sitting next to a reviewer's laptop

a reviewer shows the six marble coasters

FYI, this set of six comes with two different color coasters: one with cool blue tones and the other with pink-ish warmer tones. You'll get three of each and a metal holder to keep them when not in use!

Promising review (marble): "Great coasters. They absorb moisture well and keep me from worrying about ruining my new desk! Came packaged well and looks great. The cork bottom is a nice touch to keep away the fear of scratches. I'd order these again if I ended up needing more!" —Chance

Promising review (terrazzo): "Beautiful, absorbent coasters. So many coasters just look pretty but don't absorb the water. These are actual stone with cork on the bottom. The water droplets absorb into the stone right away. Your wooden furniture will be protected. I can confidently use these on my unfinished wooden coffee table. The terrazzo style is cute and matches my boho hygge style pretty well." —Danaaa

Get them from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in eight styles). 

22. An under-desk phone holder for those who get distracted easily. This invention is easily applied with the included sticky tape. With your phone out of sight and out of mind, your productivity will go waaay up!

the phone holder placed under a desk

a gif of a person removing a phone from the holder

Seek On Solutions / Etsy

If you're worried about your phone fitting, this small biz has you covered! The standard size holder fits all phones with a case under 3.38 inches wide and .67 inches thick (i.e. iPhone 13 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, etc.) However, you can also request custom dimensions to ensure the perfect fit.

Seek On Solutions is an Etsy shop based in Quincy, Massachusetts. They create a ton of cool 3D-printed tech accessories (included this best seller!).

Promising review: "This is a great 3D printed product, and exactly what I was hoping for...This shop clearly takes note with quality control. The phone holder is made extremely well, with sloped topsides for a wider surface area for the sticky adhesive (just peel and stick) to take hold, without making the actual wall sides of the holder too thick. My iPhone 12 Pro fits easily and this can hold a Pro Max too. The top cutout allows you to slide it out easily with a finger. Texture is not rough and won't scratch up your phone. Pretty much perfect, thanks!" —Michelle

Get it from Seek On Solutions on Etsy for $11.88+ (available in standard and custom sizes, and in six colors).

23. An easy sliding camera cover that'll ensure your privacy and diminish the worry of accidentally leaving your camera on when you don't want to.

a reviewer's open black camera cover attached to a laptop

the reviewer showing the cover closed

Promising reviews: "I always thought that putting something in front of your camera was reserved for government paranoid people, but 1. that is a real worry and 2. this thing comes in handy for everyday life too. I work at an organization that uses a lot of conference lines with external clients and having this manual option to prevent others from seeing my video is such a nice peace of mind. It doesn't block the lens when opened and is super easy to apply. I also love that it is super discreet, and doesn't prevent my laptop from closing properly." —Manders

"Works great on my Macbook Air and even our large desktop mac. Slider is easy to use."  —Marianna

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $6.99 (available in four colors).

24. A convenient desktop dry erase board if you'd rather jot something down than use a Post-it. Its perfect for those quick notes and reminders you don't want to forget, fits right in front of your monitor, and even has a storage compartment on the side.

the slanted white board between a keyboard and monitor with a side drawer and pen slot at the top

It comes with a dry-erase marker, too!

Promising review: "OMG where was this 20 years ago?I have ADHD and would always misplace to do lists, or misplace clipboards with reminders on them. They would get lost in the shuffle. Smartphone reminders are more of a hassle than they are worth with some informal lists that you think of spur of the moment (though sometimes they are great). Unlike other boards, I can put this in front of my FACE under the computer screen so I never overlook or forget it like every other system I've ever used in my life. This acts like a much more stylish and effective anchor or central 'office' for my quick VIP reminders. THANK YOU! I just wish ya had invented it 20 years ago!" —D Louis

Get it from Amazon for $29.64+ (available in five colors).

25. An electric standing desk for those who absolutely hate sitting in one place all day. There are tons of benefits to standing desks, too! The adjustable height helps with sitting posture and gets the blood flowing. Standing throughout the day also helps your mind stay more alert, which in turn increases productivity.

the standing desk in a home office with a light wood top

a reviewer in a standing position at the desk

BuzzFeed editor Jenae Sitzes has had her standing desk for years!: "I have a FlexiSpot electric standing desk at home (this one, specifically) and love it — it's a great brand, and mine hasn't given me any issues over the past few years." 

Promising review: "For 20 years, I owned and sat at a sturdy, wooden desk that I picked up at Goodwill for $50 in 2002. It served me very well for a long time. However, since recently moving into a new home, I wanted to make a change to something cooler, more modern, adjustable, and incapable of incentivizing me storing junk. I saw this desk on Amazon, read the good reviews, and determined this was the one. After assembling it, I am thrilled I chose this one. With a press of a button, I can raise and lower it to appropriate heights for either comfortably sitting or standing (I'm 5'10"). The material itself is very sturdy. There are NO drawers, which, after 20 years having the other home desk and having desks at work, I realized that drawers do nothing more than collect and store junk. Can't do that with this desk as this desk encourages minimalism and storing that junk somewhere else, i.e. probably the trash while I keep this desk tidy. Assembly was fairly easy. Definitely recommend." —David Taylor

Get it from Amazon for $229.99+ (available in five sizes and 11 styles). 

26. A stylish sleek charging station you won't mind looking at every day. It's compatible with iPhones, Galaxy phones, and AirPods too.

A gif of Amanda placing an AirPod case on the station

an iPhone and AirPod case sitting on the tan charging station

Amanda Davis / BuzzFeed, Courant

I'd been wanting a charging station for a while now, but most are....not very pleasing to the eye to put it nicely. When I discovered the Courant charging stations, I jumped on it immediately wasn't disappointed one bit! First and foremost, it's so freakin' cute. The linen exterior and the minimalistic design is actually gorgeous. And second, the charging is fast! It connects with my iPhone and my AirPods with no problem (*zero* set up needed) and I can charge both at the same time. Basically whatever two items you can fit on the charging pad, you can charge. It has definitely enhanced my work experience for the better because my AirPods no longer die in the middle of meetings. 🙃 A major win for me!

Courant is a small biz that designs and creates charging stations meant to be ~seen~ rather than hidden in a corner of you home. The stations come in a ton of various colors, sizes, and materials!

Get it from Courant for $54+ (originally $90; available in two materials) or from Amazon for $54.50+ (available in six colors and two materials).

P.S. Courant's charging stations are available in different sizes. The Catch:1 is the smallest, Catch:2 (pictured above), and Catch:3 which has a large catch-all tray attached!

27. Or a desk lamp with a built-in charging station if you're in need of both! It's got a touch-controlled dimmer, an energy-saving auto-shut off feature, a rotating head, AND it even folds down so you can save space when it's not in use!

a reviewer black lamp turned on and sitting on a desk

the same reviewer showing the lamp off and folded

Promising review: "I love my new desk lamp! I really like that it comes with three different brightness levels. The first picture [shown above] is with the lowest brightness and its the level I use the most. Since I have two cats and when I'm asleep they walk around my desk, I love that the lamp is foldable (second picture) so the cats don't end up kicking it down when doing their mischievousness! Also the lamp is very light and the touch button to turn it on/off it makes it really cool! If you're looking for a desk lamp or night table lamp, this is great!!! Very happy with my purchase!! —Roxana Tortorella

Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

28. An undated daily planner so you can write in tasks based on your schedule. Do you only work three days a week? Or do you only need a planner when a certain time of year is extra busy? An undated planner is perfect for that and allows you to keep the same journal for MUCH longer!

the pink and red journal that says

a close up of the inside of the journal

Papier

Papier's planners can be personalized, too! You can add in your own name and change the title of your planner from "Daily Planner" to "My Goals," "Productivity Planner," etc.

Get it from Papier for $28 (originally $35; available in 13 colors and in over 150 different designs).

29. A foldable *and* adjustable laptop tray desk ideal for those who love to WFB (work from bed), need an easy way to convert to a standing desk, and even artists who HATE being hunched over while drawing or painting! Along with its adjustable height and angle, the desk features a non-slip leather desktop, a storage drawer, a removable book stand, AND a notebook slip, too.

two images of the tray being used being used on the floor and angled on a desk

Amazon

Promising review: "Unexpectedly awesome! This thing is the best impulse/desperation purchase I’ve made. Great for bed, sofas, and even as a low table on the floor. Sturdy. It just makes sense. —Tyler Stratton

Get the x-large version from Amazon for $92.99 (also available in standard size for $64.99; both available in three colors).

30. Or a cushioned lap desk that has a built-in mouse pad, wrist supports, and phone/tablet holders, because it's inevitable that you work from the couch or bed every now and then — this will make it much more comfortable for you.

a reviewer shows the lap desk on their lap while on the computer

another reviewer using the desk while in bed

Promising reviews: "Bought this for my daughter in college. She loves to do school work on her bed. She says this desk is a 'game-changer.'" —super awsome person

"This has got to be the best laptop lap desk I have ever owned! The wrist-rest is cushiony, and the cushions on the back are super comfortable on my legs: a slight incline, which is perfect. It's sturdy and light. Love the handle, mouse pad with borders so the mouse won't fall off, and the tablet/phone slots. I don't write a lot of reviews, but I am so happy with this product that I had to give it a good review. Would recommend it to anyone." —J. Castro

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in four colors).

31. A Wi-Fi extender for those with an internet connection that's less than reliable. This ensures that your work day *won't* be interrupted by connection issues — even if your home office is nowhere near your router.

TP-Link Wi-Fi extender mounted on a wall

Promising review: "Worth it! Working from home full time, with an online gamer, and a husband who also WFH, I needed to improve my connection speed. This did the trick. No more lag time, and overall I don’t see any 'spinning wheels' of death 😄" —Beverly

Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in two styles).

32. A USB-powered LED light strip to have a super cool (and dare I say... motivational?) backlight! This gem can help reduce eye fatigue from looking at a super-bright monitor for hours on end, and that's a big plus for ~everyone~.

Front of reviewer's iMac with bright backlight provided by LED strip on the back

Reviewer showing the strip attached to back of iMAC

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 $5.99+ (available for monitors up to 80 inches).

33. A compact USB-powered desk fan that may be small, but is powerful enough to blow away any heat comin' your way! It's got three speeds, rotates 360 degrees, and comes in a ton of stylish colors.

USB silent fan on a table with its box, showing product design for a shopping article

A reviewer shows the pink fan on their desk

Promising review: "This fan was one of my greatest addition to my little office is very small but super powerful with three different levels. I am absolutely in love with it and the color matched perfectly with everything on my table." —Dayana

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in five colors). 

34. OR a mini space heater because it is getting colder, after all. This heater fits perfectly on your desk, and works wonders when placed under it. The tiny, minimal design is also much more ~aesthetically~ pleasing than those giant alternatives, and it works just as well.

the black heater on a desk

a reviewer using the pink heater under their desk

Promising review: "For its size it truly does the job. It's so cute and perfectly compact I wish I could have it out to display but I keep it under my desk. It goes perfectly with all my pink too. 😊 It's perfect for a small designated area but I really think if given the chance, it could warm a lot more area. I support, must buy." —Barbie Girl

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four colors). 

35. A miracle-working Migraine Stick that gives you relief from headaches almost instantly. It's made with essential oils like peppermint, spearmint, and lavender that can even help clear your sinuses.

a reviewer holds the migraine stick in their hand. It's the size of a Chapstick tube

The reviewer shows the vegan & cruelty free label on the back of the stick. And directions:

Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.

Promising reviews: "I have had tension and migraine headaches for around 20 years. I have tried everything. OTC medication, prescription medication, pain injections, chiropractor etc... This topical oil has given me relief for nearly six weeks now. I have only had two to three headaches in that time, and they were mild. I ordered more already so I have some in my car and at home, and I bought some for two of my friends who suffer from chronic migraines. I would recommend this product to anyone with migraines. It is phenomenal." —Mary D.

"This stuff is my go-to fix when I feel a migraine coming on. I suffer from sinus headaches and migraines usually once or twice a week. This product I put on each temple, under my nose and on my wrists when I feel the pressure starting and it cuts the pain to a minimum. It seems to stop the worst pain before it has a chance to start. Thank you for a great product! I will buy again and again!" —Brenton1985

Read BuzzFeed's write-up of this miracle migraine stick!

Get it from Amazon for $12.95.

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.