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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. If you're looking to declutter your workspace, make things more comfortable, or increase your productivity... step into my office, I've got 35 things to show you. 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 $19.99+ (available in four styles). Note: Results from wearing blue-light blocking glasses are mostly a placebo effect. According to the Mayo Clinic, while blue-light blocking or filtering products such as blue-light glasses decrease 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: "I started working full-time from home due to COVID, like everyone else, and I started to get a lot of headaches, my eyes were dry and heavy, and I was having issues with my sleep. My friend pointed out that I was on the computer now all day long when I had barely used computers before. I bought these glasses and have used them for about a week, and they are amazing!!! I feel so much better, and my body feels much better at the end of the day! I only wish they were a little lighter, and they are a little tight behind my ears." —Meghan McCutcheon Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in nine frame colors and three lens colors). 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 20 colors). And the removable cover is machine washable, too! 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 $49.99 (available in seven colors). 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 $7.99+ (available in two sizes and in seven color combinations). Promising review: "Best purchase I have made in years. Only had it two days, but the first words out of my mouth to my wife were, 'I can work for hours like this.' If you work from home and like to work on the couch, recliner, breakfast nook, patio, etc, and you have your computer in your lap, this is an absolute must-have. Not only does it keep your legs and lap cool, but it also keeps your computer cool and able to process much more efficiently." —Trent Thiel Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in three colors). 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 six colors). A silicone super-soft version is also available for $20.95 (available in four colors). 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 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 $16.99+ (available in nine colors). 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 $9.99+ (available in three lengths and three colors). This organizer also features an adhesive backing, so you can mount it anywhere around your work area! Memoryment is a small business that focuses on unique wooden desk and phone accessories. Promising review: "Fits my rustic office vibe perfectly. I also like how easy it is to lift the cables out — I always need to check my phone when it’s charging and then slot them back in again. Stays stuck tight on my desk (I had another organiser that kept falling off, due to said habit of needing phone while charging) even after a couple of months." —karah Get it from Memoryment on Etsy for $14.70+ (originally $19.60+; available in four sizes). Luxe Designs is a small business focused on hand-crafted home decor and organization products! Promising reviews: "Absolutely the best purchase. Large enough for two long surge protectors. The boxes are beautifully finished and blend in with the furniture. Solid construction. No more messy, white cords cluttering the floor. Well worth the money. Highly recommend. " —TapperMargie "This box is the perfect solution to wire overload in my office. The box is a rich brown color with a. slit for wires at each end. The lid is secured to the box with hinges. By carefully placing two surge protectors in the box, my office was immediately rid of a mess of wires for lamps, a printer, a computer, and other office equipment. I’m pleased with my purchase and highly recommend this product." —Daphne TJ Get it from Amazon for $41.62+ (available in two sizes and three colors). 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). This compact, rolling desk bike is also height adjustable so you can get your perfect fit with the tray, and features 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 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 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 $299.98+ (available in two colors and three styles). 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 mechanical keyboard. 10/10." —Katherine Dinh Get it from Amazon for $36.99 (available in 13 colors). Pssst... If you're looking for a compact version (i.e., without the numeric keypad), Amazon has that too! Check it out for $35.99. 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 five colors). 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). BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes says, "After seeing this coffee warmer all over BuzzFeed Shopping and even gifting my dad one for Christmas, I finally decided to buy one for myself. Based on all the reviews, I was pretty confident I'd soon be kicking myself for not getting it sooner, and that proved to be true: This thing not only looks good, but works great for keeping my coffee warm all day long (because yes, I'm one of those people that'll sip on coffee until 5 p.m., all right!!). I was kind of worried it'd be too small for some of my larger mugs, but the center plate is bigger than expected and accommodated every mug in my (very eclectic) collection perfectly. I can confirm that flat-bottomed mugs are the best option for using with this warmer as they do stay hotter, but it still keeps my concave-bottom mugs warm enough for my taste. Also, I looove how sleek the white version looks on my white desk, and the auto-shutoff function is a nice safety feature as an absent-minded person." Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in five colors and two styles). 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 $69.99+ (available in three colors and in a right-handed or left-handed style). 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). Read more about how ergonomic chairs can help at Cleveland Clinic. Promising reviews: "I needed a new mesh office chair after my last one had the armrest break off. I love the headrest and flip-up arms. The whole thing perfectly supports my back, hips, and arms. The breathable mesh seat is spacious and comfortable, even during long work sessions, and the reclining function lets me switch between work and relaxed breaks seamlessly. Assembly was a breeze, taking me just 15 minutes with the clear manual and included tools—no hassle at all. Whether for work, studying, or gaming, this chair is comfortable, and there's quality to it that my last chair did not have. Recommended to anyone seeking a reliable, ergonomic office chair." —Amazon Customer "King George III would be envious! The comfort level of this chair exceeds any other chair I've owned." —Edward Burton Get it from Amazon for $169.99+ (available in 14 colors). You'll also get a metal holder to keep them in 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 $12.99+ (available in 10 styles). 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). 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). 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 $27.99+ (available in five colors). 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 12 styles). Promising review: "I’ve been using this for a few weeks now at my home office, and it’s quickly become my favorite light source. The adjustable arm and head let me direct the light exactly where I want it, which helps a lot when switching between reading papers and working on my laptop. The light feels very natural — not harsh or too cool — which definitely reduces eye fatigue during long work sessions. I also like that it has several brightness levels and color settings, so I can change the mood or brightness depending on the time of day. Plus, having USB charging ports built into the base is a nice bonus for charging my phone or headphones without extra cables cluttering my desk. Overall, this lamp is practical, well-built, and really comfortable to use every day." —Danny C. Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in three colors). Promising review: "I love lists. Usually, I don't use paper calendars because the squares are either too small or too "timed appointment oriented" for my listy lifestyle. Sometimes, I just need to write down a lot of information on a certain day. This calendar is organized just right. I love that you can start it at any time of the year. The paper quality is really heavy and smooth, so pens don't bleed through. Cuz on the back of each calendar page? More space for lists!" —Sonya W 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 $40 (available in 12 colors and in over 150 different designs). 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 $89.99 (also available in standard size for $64.99; both available in three colors). 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 $33.99+ (available in four colors). 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 three styles). These lights have an adhesive strip on the back, so application will be easy peasy! 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). 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 $16.99 (available in four colors). 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! Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity. BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Amanda Davis (she/her) is a Shopping & Products Editor at BuzzFeed who specializes in many topics, including beauty, fashion, home decor, and her personal favorite — small businesses.