You can’t beat the convenience of just rolling out of bed and getting to work. There’s no morning commute or traffic to worry about. Heck, you don’t even need to put on pants. However, working from home comes with a few drawbacks, the biggest being you need to build your own little office or workstation by yourself. That requires some money and a bit of research.
Without any provided office chair, desk, mouse, keyboard, or Internet, that’s a lot of gear to buy for just the basics. The good news is we know a thing or two about working from home and the best tech to get you through the day. Read on for the best home office equipment to make working from home as enjoyable as possible.
TL;DR – These are the Best Home Office Equipment
- Logitech MX Master 3S
- Keychron K4 V2 Wireless
- Dell UltraSharp U2422H
- Eero Pro 6E
- WonderWorker Newton
- Gunnar Optiks Enigma
- Mount-It! Turcom AirLight
- Logitech C920S HD Pro Webcam
- Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700
- Jabra Evolve2 Buds
- Everlasting Comfort Seat Cushion
- Mind Reader Comfy Rest
- Cubii JR2 Seated Under Desk Elliptical
Logitech MX Master 3S
Trackpads have nothing on a mouse when you need to do a lot of text editing, clicking around, or any sort of click-and-drag. Luckily, the Logitech MX Master 3S is prepared to keep working whether you're at your desk using a mousepad, on your couch using your leg or armrest, or in the kitchen using a marble countertop, thanks to its Darkfield sensor. And with adjustable DPI up to 8,000, faster mouse movements are at your fingertips.
Whether you want to connect it to a $10,000 desktop PC or a budget smartphone, a USB dongle and support for Bluetooth LE let the MX Master 3S pair with up to three devices at once. The right-handed ergonomic shape feels great to grip, while the scroll wheels and buttons are responsive and quiet. You even get a whopping 70-day rechargeable battery life, so you won’t have to worry about ever replacing the battery.
Keychron K4 V2 Wireless
The best keyboard is ready for all your work needs, and the Keychron K4 V2 Wireless is it. This 100-key option comes with a full number pad and highly responsive keys, giving you a choice of mechanical Gateron Blue, Red, or Brown switches to get the feel you prefer. However, none of the keys are programmable, and there’s no customization software.
As for connectivity, the Keychron K4 V2 Wireless is ready to work with just about any machine, thanks to Bluetooth connectivity and a USB-C wired connection. You also get swappable keycaps for Mac and Windows. While its rechargeable battery can last up to 72 hours, making it through an entire week of 9-to-5 without charging, and when you have to work late, you'll benefit from the keyboard backlighting, which comes in either white or RGB.
Dell UltraSharp U2422H
If you’re sick of craning your neck to see your laptop’s display or are seeking some extra screen real estate, a standalone monitor like the Dell UltraSharp U2422H makes a world of difference. This 23.8-inch IPS monitor is the perfect size to pair with your desktop or laptop, elevating your comfort and productivity. It even features a stand that’s height, swivel, and tilt are adjustable to help with ergonomics.
The Dell UltraSharp U2422H isn’t lacking in picture quality, delivering a Full HD resolution with a 60Hz refresh rate ideal for viewing documents, doing a bit of editing, or procrastinating on tasks by surfing the web. You’ll enjoy vibrant, accurate colors, but some backlight leakage may degrade darker scenes. Our favorite feature is its extensive ports, and it even has a USB hub to plug in all your peripherals for a speedy connection.
Eero Pro 6E
Nothing puts a damper on your productivity more than slow internet or spotty Wi-Fi, and that’s why grabbing a mesh router like the Eero Pro 6E can make a world of difference. While some blame comes down to your ISP, this system can get your home blanketed in a strong Wi-Fi signal, even in a larger home. Once it’s up and running, you’ll enjoy features like Zigbee and Thread compatibility for your smart home devices and advanced online protection with encryption tools and security protocols.
The Eero Pro 6E system uses an unobtrusive, simply-designed main router and matching nodes to create overlapping coverage zones, eliminating dead spots. You get the latest Wi-Fi 6E support and tri-band Wi-Fi, offering a 2.4GHz, a 5GHz, and even a 6Ghz band to use with Wi-Fi 6E devices for some serious throughput. In total, you get up to 2.3 Gbps network speeds and can connect to over 100 different devices.
WonderWorker Newton
Getting the perfect setup for your computer can be difficult, especially if you don’t have an adjustable desk or office chair to work from. The WonderWorker Newton can help you avoid many ergonomic pitfalls on the cheap. For under $70, this laptop stand lets you fine-tune the the placement of your machine for the best view.
The WonderWorker Newton lifts any laptop 17 inches or smaller between 1.6 inches to as high as 18.9 inches using a series of wheels and joints on the legs. You can also easily adjust the angle of the aluminum-alloy tray where your device rests while a stopper prevents it from falling off. That tray is well-ventilated and can support up to 33 pounds, so even the bulkiest gaming laptops should work.
Gunnar Optiks Enigma
Staring at screens all day is simply not good for you, but grabbing pair of glasses from Gunnar Optiks is one thing you can do to save your eyes. Their Engima glasses reduce the amount of constant bright blue light and glare that can harm your vision. They also help reduce any screen flicker while adding slight magnification to your vision.
Now, they aren’t some cheapy glasses that’ll break and stretch after a few uses, as the Enigma’s are incredibly durable with a 3-barrel hinge design and steel construction. You’ll also appreciate their sleek, subtle styling, so you won’t be embarrassed rocking them in a Zoom meeting. The wide field of view and even weight distribution help maximize your comfort and might even make you forget you’re wearing them at all.
Mount-It! Turcom AirLight
When working from home, you lose the bright fluorescents that most offices offer. Though you might not miss them, they help reduce eye strain, especially if you’re working in a darker environment. That’s why you need a solid desk lamp like the Mount-It! Turcom AirLight.
You can easily adjust the light’s position to shine directly where you need it, while the brightness can be changed using touch-sensitive controls. It even uses 32 LED bulbs, letting the light last longer and making it more energy efficient than a traditional bulb. One other added perk you get from the Mount-It! Turcom AirLight is a bladeless fan built-in, so you can keep cool while you work.
Logitech C920S HD Pro Webcam
Working from home means taking a lot of video calls, so it’s probably necessary to upgrade from your basic potato-quality laptop camera to a dedicated one like the Logitech C920S. This webcam records at a much higher quality 1080p resolution and 30 fps. And it won’t break the bank, costing around $70.
It doesn’t stop there, as the Logitech C920S has pretty great autofocus with tracking and is much better with low-light images than a dinky laptop web camera, thanks to an auto-lighting feature. You also get two omnidirectional mics that should suffice for most meetiongs but still can’t compete with a standalone microphone. While it all easily connects to your device using a wired USB-A connection.
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700
Even at home, you deal with noise distractions, whether it be the neighbor's yappy dog or your radiator's constant purr, so the best way to drown out the world is a pair of noise-canceling headphones like the Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700. Eight microphones inside and outside the earcups monitor sounds, adjusting the ANC strength based on the platforms you use and your personal preferences. There are 11 noise-canceling settings ranging from total noise cancellation to full transparency.
Beyond neutralizing noise, the Bose 700’s overall sound is balanced and clean, while the built-in mics effectively pick up your voice when making calls. You get Bluetooth 5.0 for an easy connection to your devices, and going wired is also an option for extra fidelity. A combination of touch controls and physical buttons make these well-designed, high-quality headphones easy to use and one of the best.
Jabra Evolve2 Buds
When taking calls or video chatting at work each day, it’s essential that you can hear and be heard, and the Jabra Evolve2 Buds are up to the task. These compact earbuds deliver a powerful, clear sound and offer active noise cancellation to block out low rumbles or muffling voices, ensuring you stay focused on a meeting. And when it’s your turn to speak, the four mics on board should have no problem picking up your voice, letting you come across with insane clarity.
The Jabra Evolve2 Buds are a unique pair of wireless earbuds because, in addition to Bluetooth 5.2 support, you also get a USB dongle for a more stable connection. You simply plug the dongle into your computer, and you should be good to go, eliminating the worry of accidentally dropping an important call. Given their wireless nature, battery life is everything, and 8 hours of listening time with ANC on means you’ll be all set for an entire workday—and the case delivers another 25 hours of charge.
Everlasting Comfort Seat Cushion
If you’re not ready to splurge on a high-quality office chair but want to make your seat as comfortable as possible, the Everlasting Comfort Seat Cushion is your solution. It delivers a thick helping of memory foam to support you and mold to your body's contours. Your back, legs, and tailbone should feel great thanks to its ergonomic “u” shape that improves posture and relieves pressure.
The Everlasting Comfort Seat Cushion uses a breathable cover, so you don’t need to worry about your legs and bottom getting sweaty from sitting too long. That cover is also machine washable, making it easier to keep clean than your seat's original surface likely is.
Mind Reader Comfy Rest
Sitting still all day can be made worse if your legs aren't in a good position. In particular, if your seat is too high, you can cause your body some undue stress. But a footrest can help you get a more ergonomic position without needing to go out and buy a new chair.
The Mind Reader Comfy Rest is up to the task with three different height levels to dial in the ideal position for your feet. It also has bumps all along its surface, letting you give yourself a foot massage while you sit. Even if you're tall enough for your seat, this footrest can let you shift your position from time to time to stay comfortable and keep your blood flowing.
Cubii JR2 Seated Under Desk Elliptical
While sitting at your desk, your hands are typing and mousing around, but your legs are probably idle or fidgeting a little. The Cubii JR2 lets them do more, as it’s a mini elliptical machine that sits under your desk, so you can get some pedaling action while working. It's not an intense workout that'll distract you, but it’s enough to keep the blood flowing.
With the Cubii JR2, there are eight levels of resistance you can dial in, from pedaling with ease to a level that'll take a little extra push from your leg muscles. A built-in LCD lets you see how much you've done, and you can put those stats into the Cubii app to track progress. If you're done working and want to keep moving, this machine is easy to move over to the couch, while its low-profile design makes it simple to tuck away when not in use.
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