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Promising review: "Easy install and a much cleaner look than a power strip or extension cord. The added USB plugs and the light are functional extra bonuses! I will be buying more of these for every room in the house!" —DAN

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

Read more about how chair cushions can help at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I don't normally write reviews, but on this occasion, I'm willing to make an exception. I sit behind a computer almost all day long. I make an effort to get up and walk around at least once per hour. Despite that effort, I was suffering from tailbone pain for over a month. It was progressively getting worse. This cushion brought relief literally on the very first day. My pain has subsided almost entirely. I've been thoroughly impressed with my purchase." —Pdrmoon

Get it from Amazon for $47.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors).

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 $41.95+ (available in velvet or mesh and three colors).

Head over to our list of the best under-desk footrests to see some other styles!

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).

Read more about migraine treatments at Mayo Clinic. And read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.

Promising review: "After reading an article on BuzzFeed that touted this product, I bought one for my boyfriend, who suffers from awful, frequent headaches. It WORKS. Not only does he swear by them, but he has also purchased them for his mom and several friends. FANTASTIC." —Your friend Sarah

Read my coworker's Migrastil Migraine Stick review for more deets!

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 $27.99+ (available in five designs).

Promising review: "I have had this ball chair for a few years. I purchased it after I was experiencing pain in my lower back, tailbone, and butt from sitting too long at my desk. The ball chair fixed these issues for me. I purchased one for my office, my home office, and any employee of mine who wanted one. It is super easy to roll around (much easier to navigate than just sitting on a balance ball, which is where I started). It’s worth the price, and I have had no issues. Some people think the chair is funky, but I have no regrets!" —Timothy Brown

Get it from Amazon for $67.73+ (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "I am obsessed. I paired this with a treadmill platform so I can work, do school, and exercise! Such a good product." —Felicity

Get it from Amazon for $104.48+ (available in 5 sizes and 10 colors).

ErgoDriven is a small biz making products to help make getting through the work day a little less painful.

Promising review: "I recently invested in a standing desk to help reduce my sedentary habits, shed some extra weight, and get back into shape. I experience foot pain quite often, including plantar fasciitis, so I decided to try this mat, hoping it would help me stretch and exercise my feet. This mat has far exceeded my expectations.

"Standing barefoot on this mat has been a revelation. The various surfaces allow me to massage my feet all day long. The textured areas and different angles are perfect for stretching my toes forward and backward, giving me a great range of motion that I didn’t have before. My feet, which usually ache after long days, actually feel less pain now, despite standing all day.

"Since I started using this, my productivity has skyrocketed. Standing helps me stay far more awake and engaged, and this mat allows me to stand much longer without discomfort. It’s been a game-changer for maintaining focus and energy during my long 12-hour shifts." —WHy gEoff

Get it from Amazon for $109+ (available in three colors).

You can set the timer for 5-, 10-, 15-, 20-, and 30-minute blocks by rotating it to the time you want. Then it will start the countdown. There are also four volume options in case you don't want to disrupt any other people in your home. 

Promising review: "I love this timer to keep me on task while working from home! For the price, I was honestly impressed with the quality. My only suggestion would be an option for the display to stay backlit. You can press the snooze button on top to light the display for about five seconds, but that’s not super convenient if you have it rotated in timer mode, plus you have to actively press the button rather than just glancing at how much time is left. Honestly, this is a very small quibble that I could fix simply by not working in a dimly lit room, but it’s really the only critique I have. All in all, this is a fun and functional desk accessory!" —Angela Reiber

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in six colors).

Promising reviews: "I carry these with me everywhere, and I can use them in public if my headphones aren’t doing it for me that day; libraries and coffee shops for studying in particular, or at home if I just don’t want to deal with the random noises apartment-life brings. 10/10 would recommend." —Karina

"Perfect for working from home with others in the house that you need to tune out." —Harlie

Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in four colors).

Promising review: "I’m not one who likes to spend much money on headphones. I don’t think I’ve ever spent more than $10 lol. But I was looking for something better this time. This is probably the most I’ve spent on my earbuds, but my daughter has AirPods and these — for less than half the price — seem to be the same quality as those really expensive ones. They connected to my phone so quickly and easily. They fit my ears perfectly and are so comfortable. The sound quality is great! I like that you can control music and phone calls by tapping the ear buds, and I no longer have to pull out my phone every time. The case and earbuds are so nice and feel very well-made. I really like that you can see the battery percentage on the case, and I especially like that I can charge the case using a wireless magnetic charger. I honestly don’t notice any difference between my daughter’s AirPods and these earbuds." —Tammy

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

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

Promising review: "This Takeya cold brew coffee jug is wonderful! I know a lot of people use mason jars, however, I wanted something easier to grab from the fridge and more lightweight (and cheaper!). I have used Takeya products before and have been impressed with their durability as well as the easiness of cleaning them. The coffee filter has an extremely fine mesh and it has not let through even the finest of coffee grounds. It is really easy to clean! I am really pleased with this purchase!" —LiliBelle

Read our Tayeka cold brew maker review for more deets, and check out our picks for the best cold brew coffee makers if this one isn't for you.

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).

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 $5.88 (available in three colors).

We've got you covered with some recommendations for cleaning products with jaw-dropping results, BTW.

Promising review: "I work from home and am in Zoom meetings all throughout the day, but my office doesn’t have great lighting. I hung this light on my computer, and it boosted my video quality during meetings." —Ash

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 sometimes when my back is pressed against the chair. The chair was also super easy to assemble." —Kevin 

Get it from Amazon for $249.50+ (available in 17 colors).

Cubii is a small business that was started by three friends who worked full-time desk jobs and wanted to feel more active.

Promising review: "When I purchased this, I thought it was a bit pricey, but I needed something to keep me moving, being quite sedentary. I am thrilled! It's way beyond my expectations! I have used it for 2–4 hours every day, sitting in a chair and watching TV. In a four-hour shift, I have gone 14,000 strides and burned 400 calories. I also feel better and am more interested in other activities! In my opinion, this is an excellent product and just what I needed!" —Sheila K.

Or check out our roundup of the best under-desk treadmills if that's more your ~speed~.

This is compatible with Mac, PC, and Chrome laptops as well as Switch and PS5.

Promising review: "I’ve been using this with my MacBook Pro, and it’s been a total game-changer for productivity on the go. Its resolution is crystal clear, and the colors are vibrant — perfect for editing, multitasking, or just having extra screen real estate. It was truly plug and play with my Mac — no drivers, no setup headaches. The build quality feels premium, and it fits securely onto my laptop without adding too much bulk. Whether I’m working remotely, traveling, or just want a second screen at home, this extender delivers. Highly recommend!" —Smartchick

Get it from Amazon for $149.96+ (available in five sizes/styles).

Promising review: "I got this pillow to use on my bed for watching TV. I’ve never had a bed lounging pillow before but I thought I’d give it a chance because the advertising pictures made it look so comfortable. It really is! They said give it 24–48 hours to decompress out of the box, but after fluffing, I was using mine in about 10 minutes! I really love this pillow!" —Alex Dorrough

Get it from Amazon for $64.95+ (available in three sizes and lots of colors).

Promising review: "I can’t say enough positive things about this product. Everything fits on this desk, and the slide-out tray is big enough to hold everything from pens to glasses. The added book holder, which slides out from the bottom, will not only hold a book but also a tablet and phone, with enough space next to your laptop to have a journal for notes. With the sled legs, it’s easy to slide it back and forth for breaks, and the robust legs hold tons of weight effortlessly. It's easy to adjust the top and legs for tons of comfortable positions. This is one well-thought-out product." —Scott Richardson

Get it from Amazon for $69.99 (available in four colors).

Promising review: "This is awesome and exactly what I was looking for. It is super comfortable to use in bed and in the recliner that I typically write from. I am a writer who primarily sits with my laptop directly in my lap, and this is perfect for my needs. It has a slot for my phone, but I could also prop some pens, a small pad, or other various items in there, depending on what I need. The mousepad area is great." —birchwood29

Get it from Amazon for $30.33+ (available in two styles and eight colors).

Promising reviews: "I use this for my work computer in case Zoom defaults to camera on by accident. When the camera cover is on, the video screen is completely black." —Elanah

"What a simple, useful product! It was easy to put on my computer, and I feel much more secure knowing someone can't access my video without my knowing." —quilterldy

Get them from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in five color combinations).

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 $9.77+ (available in 22 colors/patterns).

This gadget holds up to 30 sheets of paper and can swing back and forth.

Promising review: "This lightweight arm holds at least 20 pages without falling out. I use this to prioritize things I need to get done, and it keeps me from losing paper in piles. I have neck issues because I am constantly looking down, and this keeps my head up and makes data entry easier because it's right next to the screen. It also pivots so I can adjust the angle." —Life Is Short

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 them 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 $13.29+ (available in three colors).

You can also check out these under-desk storage products to clear up some more clutter on your desktop!

Promising review: "I got this to make some extra space on my desk. Worked out perfect! It was easy to assemble." —Nay

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in 12 finishes).

Brighttia is a New York-based Etsy shop established in 2018 that specializes in industrial and modern interior lighting and decor.

Promising review: "Super helpful at work with all the cables I plug into my laptop. Super easy to put in place and good quality." –rainfalls

Get a set of four from Brighttia on Etsy for $22.98+ (available in 12 colors).

Promising review: "I work from home a few days a week, so this is super comfy, but also looks professional from the neck up. I wore this for back-to-back Zoom meetings all day and then threw on a pair of heels for date night with my husband." —@the.weekend.mommy

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and in 12 colors/prints).

Here's a similar plus-size option from Amazon for $21.80+ (available in women's plus sizes 1X–6X).

This cooling pad connects to your laptop via USB. Need a USB-C adapter? Check these out!

Promising review: "I use these for two laptops respectively, and they have kept both of them cooled down with little to no noise distraction in my office. And I work at nighttime, so there is little to no noise in my office to begin with, and I can't even hear them then!" —Nathaniel

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in three colors).

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 to 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 $7.97+ (available in two lengths and four colors).

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