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33 Things For Your WFH Setup That’ll *Probably* Make You More Productive
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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. The secret to locking in? This under-desk phone holder that'll keep TikTok out of sight, out of mind. Read more about how ergonomic workstations can help at Cleveland Clinic. This is compatible with 10-15.6-inch laptops. Promising review: "As someone who spends long hours working from home and meets with current and potential clients, I understand the importance of having an ergonomic set up and a bad camera angle can make or break a call. Well, this is the solution to both! It reduces neck strain from looking down at my laptop screen and it elevates your camera level to the perfect height at eye level so your camera is no longer pointed up at you during important Zoom meetings. Working with clients, it’s imperative I take notes throughout meets as well. With my ergonomic keyboard height, it was obvious I was sitting there typing as you could see the tops of my hands which I felt could cause distraction from the conversation or appear I was working on other work items while in the meeting. This camera height now allows discreet typing. It is also extremely sturdy to support my laptop without fear it falling off. It has grips under the legs and grips under the laptop. It came in three pieces that slid together and took two minutes to assemble. A bonus is that it looks so much more expensive and helps elevate my WFH set up." —Jordyn Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in six colors). Check out a TikTok of the keyboard in action. Btw, you'll need some AA batteries for both the keyboard and the mouse. Promising reviews: "As someone who works from home, having a fun keyboard is important! This keyboard is so cute. The keys are fun to press on, and the mouse is my favorite! I have used expensive mice and keyboards before, but this one I prefer! And how can you go wrong with the price! Set up was a breeze and connected almost instantly to my computer." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $36.99 (available in 11 colors, and as a compact version without the numeric keyboard). Beyond 3D Creations is an Massachusetts-based Etsy shop established in 2020 that specializes in 3D-printed desk accessories. Promising review: "This is definitely a hit! Now I’m so used to reaching my phone from this holder without looking down at my desk, and my screentime has decreased a lot during day time. This really helps in terms of being more efficient so that I can finish my work early and get more me time back at the end of the day. Highly recommend it if you want to be less distracted while working!" —Shelby Cedrone Get it from Beyond 3D Creations on Etsy for $11.88+ (available in six colors, custom sizing available). This desk features height memory preset options (going from 28.9 inches to 46.5 inches), USB charging, and has an anti-collision feature where it automatically stops moving when it touches something in its way. Read more about the benefits of standing desks at Cleveland Clinic. BuzzFeed editor Jenae Sitzes has had her standing desk for years!: "I have a FlexiSpot electric standing desk at home and love it — it's a great brand, and mine hasn't given me any issues over the past few years." Promising review: "I’ve been wanting to get a sit/stand desk for a while, and this one was perfect for my home office! It was easy to put together, stylish (love the minimal design and bamboo-like top), solid, and I especially love the smoothness of the way it goes up and down. There are settings you can set up to your liking. The extra USB connections are helpful too. It’s not often a table this sleek has any storage, so was happy to find one with a drawer to store all my essentials as well. Highly recommend it!" —Jessica Uzarraga Get it from Amazon for $249.99+ (available in two sizes and six styles). Yaya & Co. is a small biz and ethical home decor brand based in Cleveland, Ohio. Promising review: "Super comfy! Colors are vibrant and it makes working a little more enjoyable. Love all the Yaya products, but happy to see one that I can incorporate into work!! Smells like lavender, which is a great touch!" —Kalie Gardner The set includes a rest for your keyboard, a rest for your mouse, and a coaster. 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 I'm 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 18 colors/designs, individually as just the keyboard rest, or sets including a mouse pad). 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 Promising review: "Love these storage crates so much!! They are the perfect size for my desk and hold just enough items to make my desk area look organized. Great product and the colors are so nice. They were very easy to snap together and really sturdy. The price was perfect and would definitely buy more!!!" —Ruben G. Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three sizes, 12 colors, and packs of two and four). Psst — parents really love this as a "calm down" moment for their kiddos! Promising review: "I keep this on my desk at work. I never realized how much stress I was dealing with until I made myself stop and breathe with this thing. Changed my world. Seems like a dumb purchase with all the apps we have these days but this worked for me and the apps didn't." —Chesa Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three other styles). Read more about how ergonomic workstations can help at Cleveland Clinic. Promising reviews: "This chair is amazing. I move constantly during my work day — I sit cross-legged, legs up/down, standing, whatever helps me feel comfortable at the time. I also hate chairs with arms that bang against my desk to make it hard to hop up quickly. This chair doesn't have a ton of features, but it's literally the only version I could find at any price point that had the three features I needed: Arms that fold up, a foot rest option that's easy to put away, and a back that folds down so the chair fits under my desk. I had very low expectations based on the price, but it worked out great!" —S. Wu "Six months in and this is still the best teacher chair I’ve ever had! It’s so comfortable that I brought my ergonomic seat cushion home for my desk chair there. I always get compliments on it and a sub even wrote me a note asking for the link to buy one! I teach 2nd grade and multiple times I’ve caught the kids messing around with it, adjusting the headrest, spinning, etc. and it’s still in perfect condition." —Jessica L Get it from Amazon for $219.99+ (available in five colors). 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 $129.99+ (available in beige and brown, three materials, and with or without wheels). Read more about how chair cushions can help at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "In March, I was sent out of the office to work from home for the first time. Not having a proper set up yet I sat at the kitchen table and began working 10+ hour days. After a weeks I noticed pelvic and lower back pain, radiating down my left leg. I started experiencing urinary systems and cramps. I was sure something was seriously wrong with me. After a clear ultrasound, we determined it was sciatica from sitting on a hardwood dining chair! This cushion has literally cured me. I am now more conscious to take breaks throughout the day and walk the dog longer on my lunches as well. But I really believe the cushion is what has made the biggest difference. I'm 30! Never thought I could be hurt by poor seating." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $45.95+ (available in seven colors). Promising reviews: "I honestly cannot get over how dreamy this board is. It’s easy to install, the frame looks high-quality, and the size is perfect. It’s nice because it has two holes in the back to stop it from moving/swaying... The design is so gorgeous and versatile that it can fit so many different interior styles. Would 1000% recommend!!" —Amazon Customer "This pinboard gives such a nice look to my office! I can’t wait to fill it up! My design vibe was moody vintage, and this fits perfectly!" —Ruben Rivera Get it from Amazon for $98.83+ (available in three sizes and four colors). Each 10-pack comes with eight uniquely shaped ceramic vases, two uniquely shaped glass vases, all of which are full with bouquets of realistic-looking flowers! Promising review: "These little vases are adorable. Can’t wait to cut tiny flowers from the garden. I gave several away and everyone loved them. 🌻" —Amazon Customer Promising review: "I’ve had it for a few months, and it still works great! I initially over-tightened the belt and panicked reaching out to customer support. They helped and I got it fixed and have had no issues since. I love it for WFH — it keeps me motivated and focused." —Isabella Get it from Amazon for $270.74 (available in four colors and as a mini version). This 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. Check out a TikTok of the desk bike in action! Promising review: "This bike desk has been a staple in my work from home life since I bought it a few months ago. I’ve also implemented time on the bike into my morning routine and it’s such a fun, healthy way to start my day off right. I was a little concerned at first because I’m on the shorter side (5 feet) and I find most exercise bikes uncomfortable, but my boyfriend (6 feet tall) and I can both pedal and work without any issues! The bike is also silent so even when my boyfriend is working next to me, it doesn’t bother him. So far I have had zero issues with the Flexispot and it was super easy to assemble straight out of the box, took less than 5 minutes! I can’t recommend this enough! I will definitely be sending some friends and family this desk bike as Christmas gifts this year!" —Finding Jules Get it from Amazon for $349.99 (available in black or white and two styles). And since it's made of steel, you could even stick an extra magnetic power strip to the side! Plus, it has wheels. Promising review: "This was exactly what I wanted for the millions of electrical cords and cables related to my WFH set up! It holds a lot, looks great and my router sits on top, leaving me more desktop space. I couldn’t be happier with this choice." —Natalia F. Get it from Amazon (available in white) or from Yamazaki Home (available in black and white) for $145. Bonus: You can customize the timer to count up or down. Promising review: "I take this thing everywhere with me! Seriously necessary for my productivity. If I'm doing the Pomodoro Technique I can glance to see how much time is left, whereas phone or browser timers lead me to distraction. I feel encouraged when I check the time, so I can keep going until the timer is up. Battery lasts me two or three days of heavy use, but stays charged for a long time if used more sporadically. It is intuitive, looks good, and just feels good to hold. Timer function is also nice! I seriously recommend it if you're looking for a heavy-use Pomodoro timer." —Blorp Get it from Amazon for $37.99 (available in three 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 $23.73+ (available in five colors). It's also equipped with an automatic shut-off feature and comes with a coaster! Promising review: "My home office is chilly, which meant running to reheat my coffee every 20 minutes. Now I use this warmer set on the 145-degree setting, and every sip is hot! I like the auto shut-off safety feature. It’s lightweight and looks unobtrusive on the desk. I may get another one for my morning reading nook." —lopezgirl Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in seven colors and sets with Mom and Dad themed mugs). The lap desk also comes with a wrist-rest! Promising review: "This is a work-from-home game changer. I've been working remotely for most of the last two years, and this has been the single best purchase I've made toward WFH health. I previously used to cycle between my office desk and dining table, but since purchasing this, I've been working wherever I want in my house. Anywhere I can be seated, I can bring this surface and work. It's lightweight, the two pads are set to give lots of airflow across your lap (though shorts-wearers beware: The fabric may be slightly more coarse than you'd want against bare skin)." —TheWiseTurtle Get it from Amazon for $38.99+ (available in four colors). This works on any device compatible with wireless charging, such as iPhones, AirPods, select Android phones, smartwatches, and more. Promising review: "Loved putting my phone down and have it charge while working and not have to think about it. The added bonus of having it look good with a wireless mouse and keyboard setup. The mouse works wonderfully on the pad. Pad feels sturdy and will last a long time. Ordered the medium, and thankfully, it worked out that it fit my setup area perfectly. Overall, great item to have for my workspace." —Ken Situ Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in four colors, three sizes, and a left- or right-handed design). The light has three brightness levels and a 30-minute timer. Promising review: ""Like a lot of us, this duck is just doing the best they can. They look a bit sad and forlorn but yet they’re a literal bright spot in your day. I work from home and I don’t typically like a lot of lights on when I’m working but this little friend gives off just enough light to make my day a little more cheerful and I haven’t bitten anyone since I started using it as a little desk lamp. It seems to hold a charge for a good amount of time and it charges easily on my laptop while I’m working. I didn’t have many expectations for this little light but it’s cute and useful and I am considering buying a few more." —Rebecca Swanson "I ordered this lamp because of its appearance. I didn't NEED a depressed duck lamp ... but it has totally filled a void in my life I didn't know existed. Everyone who sees it pokes it. The lamp is actually very functional. It's got a really nice set of brightness options, and the glow is yellowish, which is much nicer than white in a dim/dark room. One thing that isn't mentioned in the description is that its legs are utterly floppy. It's terrific." —Literated Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in three styles). The seller also offers another, newer version with voice activation and various other shapes! Promising review: "I was drowning in paper materials that I wanted to sort at work. Instead of using a million folders or dividers in a binder, I found this and decided it was perfect! The tabs can be written on if you so choose. Very durable and it's also such a great way to brighten up your workspace!" —Ashley Collins Get it from Amazon for $5.98+ (available in eight colors). Promising review: "I use an appointment book for work to help with tracking tasks completed and meetings scheduled since I telework, and these pens are awesome to help write on the small space lines provided and they do not bleed which I love!! And lots of colored pens to choose from!!" —Demetria Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in a multicolor and black colorway and in packs of 24 and 36). Promising review: "These highlighters are my all-time FAVORITE! They are not harsh enough to go through paper but bold enough to still see what you have highlighted. The number of compliments I get is PHENOMENAL. Every person who walks into my classroom comments on how they look on my papers, as well as, how aesthetically pleasing they appear on my desk! All of my teacher coworkers have bought them after seeing how great they are!! 10/10 recommend." —Madison Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.85+ (available in 33 color sets and larger pack sizes). BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord loves these: "I am a recent convert to these JBL headphones, and as someone with a big chonky head, I CANNOT recommend them enough. I have had to "stretch out" every pair of over-the-ear headphones I've ever bought, but these were comfy on my noggin and gentle on my ears (even with earrings on!) from the moment I opened them. The sound quality is absolutely gorgeous — I've been bopping around to the Wicked soundtrack like I'm an extra in both of the movies. I also am obsessed with how well these cancel noise, as someone living in very noisy NYC!" Promising review: 'These headphones have changed my life. I have a massive head, it's like a watermelon. Every pair of headphones I have worn for the past 15 years have literally snapped in two, and I have been stuck in an endless cycle of buying new headphones only to burst into tears after they break. In a desperate plea for help, I thought perchance money could buy happiness, and in this case it is true. After nearly a year of use, these things are still robust and going strong. My watermelon head is happy with these on. Not to mention the noise quality and cancellation is out of this world. The clarity is top notch. The battery life is actually [impressive], I can use these for almost two days straight (about 30 hours of battery life), and they charge in like 30 minutes. I don't even know how that's possible. It connects to Bluetooth easily on all my devices, and it retains connections between multiple devices and switches automatically if you say get a call on your phone. I am a happier and better person because of these headphones. My tears have dried." —Sean Get it from Amazon for $119.95 (available in four colors). This connects to your laptop with a USB-C or HDMI cord, and also has a 75-hertz refresh rate. Promising review (for USB-C style): "I bought two of these for my home office setup. They are great! Very sharp, bright, and easy to connect. I love how sleek they look and the ability to adjust them to any angle/height. I didn't realize this when purchasing, but the USB-C display cables also charge my laptop. Cool bonus!" —Chelsey Get it from Amazon for $219.99+ (available in white and silver and with an HDMI or USB-C connection). Read more about how ergonomic workstations can help at Cleveland Clinic. Promising review: "Love it! Functional, stylish, and easy to set upThis stand is great quality and fits my desk perfectly. Both leg sizes came in the box, and assembly was quick and simple. I left the plastic on for a day or two just to be sure, but I ended up loving it. It really helps keep my desk organized and maintains a clean, aesthetic look. Very happy I chose the wood color — I’d absolutely buy it again!" —Imari Richards Sampson The design and structure of it work so well, it actually won the iF Design Award in 2023! 🎉 Promising review: "The perfect little trash can for my workspace. It’s very well made, and has a nice 'weight' to it! This makes it easy to stuff bits and bobs into it without any toppling over. The lid is AWESOME, so I can use it one-handed without having to lift the top. The pink is so subtle (not as bright as the photo) it feels like a neutral color and just blends in nicely with my desktop items. A lovely matte finish to the bin, with a stainless steel type finish for the swinging lid makes this easy to wipe clean when needed. It’s the perfect size and so useful!!" —Valerie Get it from Amazon for $13.33+ (available in five colors, two sizes, and as a two-pack). Check out a TikTok of the Globbles in action. BTW, reviewers mention you should unstick them from the walls if you want to prevent color transfer. Promising review: "These looked fun and I bought them for stress relief in my office. The squishiness is helpful, but the best thing is to shut my office door and throw them at the wall and watch them roll down a few times. The throwing helps get the tension out of my neck and shoulders, watching them is calming and those couple minutes of fun helps me get back to work with more energy and focus." —RW Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.14 (also available as a pack of 16 and 32). Woodovia is a small business that designs and crafts its own wooden organizers and home accents. Promising review: "This wooden pen holder is beautifully crafted and thoughtfully designed. The quality is immediately noticeable; it is solid, well-finished, and clearly made with care. The color is soft and elegant, and the modern, minimalist design makes it feel more like a decorative object than a simple desk accessory. It adds a subtle architectural touch to my workspace while staying functional and uncluttered. A perfect balance of form and function, and a great piece for anyone who appreciates clean, modern design. Highly recommended." —Burak Begen Get it from Woodovia on Etsy for $20.14+ (originally $30.99+; available in five styles). Each of the attachments has a sticky film that's strong enough to adhere it to your monitor, but easy enough to remove that it won't damage it. Promising review: "Because it’s clear, it is not a distraction when I’m not using it. I no longer lose my little notes." —Mel Get it from Amazon for $5.97+ (available with or without a phone holder). 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.Divinia Tarin is a resident writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who covers a variety of topics, including travel, home, beauty, gift guides, and anything that’ll add just a bit of whimsy into people’s lives.