I love working from home. There is no wasted time getting ready or commuting to the office. I think most remote workers would agree it’s the best time management hack. In recent years, it’s become the new normal for a lot of people.

A great way to make your office space fit for a productive workday is to ensure you have everything you need within arms reach.

Work-life balance matters to a lot of us. It’s one of the top three drivers that attract people to a job or career. In fact, 92% of people feel work-life balance would affect their decision to change jobs or careers.

What you need for your home office will depend on your job duties, but there are some basic items nearly everyone can utilize and any one of the things on this list will make a practical gift.   

20 Best Gift Ideas for the Home Office  

Transforming what was once a living space into a professional work environment means new office gadgets and gizmos. These are my favorite home office gifts on Amazon. Some of these links are affiliate links.   

1. 2022 Apple MacBook Pro Laptop

CLICK HERE TO GET IT FOR $1,467 ON AMAZON.

Yes, I know this one is a big one, however, it’s a must. I’m on my Apple MacBook Pro Laptop for hours every single working day. I tried another brand years ago and it was a hot mess, so I’m sticking with Apple. 

Why a laptop and not a desktop? Because we’re working remotely, right? If I want to spend the summer working in Canada or take a quick trip to Ohio, it couldn’t be easier to bring my laptop along with me.

With this one, expect the battery to last at least one full day without charging. The screen is bright, the camera is great, and the ports make it easy to connect to just about anything.

2. Argmao Webcam

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE WEBCAM FOR $22 ON AMAZON.

If you get the laptop mentioned above, there is no need for a webcam. However, for people who work with different screens, consider the Argmao web camera.

The Argmao 1080P Webcam comes with a built-in microphone. Something that is pretty cool is that it offers watchers different views with a 360-degree rotating clip so you can adjust it any way you want. It also comes with a tripod if you don’t want to mount it on your screen.

It’s perfect for live streaming, video conferences or video meetings, website teaching, and video calls, like Zoom meetings. (Unpopular opinion: Not everything needs to be a video call. I’m so over Zoom calls.)

3. Blue Yeti Microphone

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE BLUE YETI MICROPHONE FOR $130 ON AMAZON.

As the host of the Become a Media Maven podcast and a regular podcast guest, a good microphone is a must. I use the Blue Yeti.

As you can see, it comes in a variety of fun colors. It doesn’t only look good, but the sound quality is amazing. It’s also a great way to record audio with two people. Because of the microphone settings, it will articulate sound from any direction.

4. Sony Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones

CLICK HERE TO BUY SONY WIRELESS HEADPHONES FOR $348 ON AMAZON.

These Sony wireless noise-canceling headphones are great not just for your home office, but for traveling, going on walks, and even mowing the lawn.

Like the computer, I know this is a lot. However, this is one of those purchases that will last you a while and will be used almost every single day. Plus, these wireless headphones come with 30-hour battery life, five built-in microphones, Amazon Alexa voice control, and so much more.

5. AFROG LED Desk Lamp

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE LED DESK LAMP FOR $30-$40 ON AMAZON.

The most obvious use for a desk lamp is for practical lighting to perform tasks, but today, we need a little more because we’re trying to make the most out of our office space at home.

I love reading books, and many times, work late into the night. This desk lamp comes in a variety of colors and can charge your smartphone or Apple watch, has 35 different lighting levels, and a timer.

6. NEEWER Ring Light

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE NEEWER RING LIGHT FOR $113 ON AMAZON.

You may call this a ring light, but I call it my beauty light because it makes everything look so much more beautiful.

This is always positioned behind my desk facing me so it’s so easy to turn on at a moment’s notice. This kit includes everything you need to light yourself up and even attach your cell phone to the middle of the ring light.

If you want to get into shooting YouTube videos, TikToks, or Instagram reels, you’re going to love this ring light.

8. LapGear Home Office Lap Desk

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE OFFICE LAP DESK FOR $40 ON AMAZON.

Believe it or not, I don’t even spend half of my time at my computer desk. Instead, I like to sit on the couch with a lap desk. That’s where I’m typing this right now on a smooth surface.

This one is great because it has a pillow for your lap and enough space for your laptop, phone, and a list of things to do (if you don’t use a mouse). 

My own home office could be anywhere. It’s the best thing!

9. Laptop Stand and Aluminum Computer Riser

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE LAPTOP STAND FOR $29 ON AMAZON.

I love this laptop stand for recorded video calls. When my laptop is on my desk, it’s not high enough to give me a good camera angle. This computer riser allows me to put my laptop and its camera at the perfect level.

Depending on your desk, this could also help reduce physical strain on your neck, shoulders, and upper back. It comes in a variety of colors to match your office decor. Mine is gold.

10. Cell Phone Stand Holder

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE CELL PHONE STAND HOLDER FOR $29 ON AMAZON.

Keeping with the gold theme, I also have this cell phone stand holder in gold. Not only is this perfect for chatting on video calls hands-free, but it’s also great to keep at your desk when you’re working off your phone, but need to keep it nearby. You can see what’s going on without lifting it up… and it’s pretty too!

11. Extendable Selfie Stand with Phone Holder

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE SELFIE STAND FOR $50 ON AMAZON.

Yes, I have both this AND the ring light mentioned above. While the idea for both of them is similar, this one is more versatile, easier to use, and comes with a lower price tag.

I keep this sitting on my desk and pop my phone in when I want to shoot something quickly. I love how it can extend and rotate to shoot at a variety of heights and angles.

12. Motivational Tracking Water Bottle

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE MOTIVATIONAL TRACKING WATER BOTTLE FOR $17 ON AMAZON.

Drink your effing water. I have this sitting beside me right now. It’s the easiest way to ensure you’re drinking water every day. If it’s right beside you, you will become a water drinker! It’s easy to carry around anywhere and tells when you need to fill up!

13. Under the Desk Footrest

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE UNDER-DESK FOOTREST FOR $16 ON AMAZON.

Remember when I said I like my work area to be on the couch? That’s because I prop my feet on the recliner. Maybe if I had one of these foot hammocks I’d work at my desk more.

It makes you feel comfortable and could also help your health by improving your blood circulation, neck, shoulders, and lower back. It can also reduce the strain on your lower back, which can protect you from chronic back pain that develops from prolonged poor posture for those of us who work at desks. Plus, it has some steel holders for other office supplies.

14. Ergonomic Leather Office Desk Chair

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE OFFICE DESK CHAIR FOR $270 ON AMAZON.

You have to be sitting to use that footrest, so I suggest this ergonomic office desk chair. It can make working from home all day a lot more comfortable and bearable. 

This one is adjustable, tiltable, and stylish too. The neutral color will match just about any office design.

15. Portable Bluetooth Speaker

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE SPEAKER FOR $38 ON AMAZON.

When you don’t want to wear headphones but are still in the mood to work to your favorite music, blast those tunes in your home office with this portable Bluetooth speaker. 

You can enjoy up to 24 hours of wireless battery life on a single charge. Plus, you can take crystal-clear calls from your speaker with the touch of a button, thanks to the noise and echo-canceling speakerphone.

16. Anti-Fatigue Office Mat

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE OFFICE MAT FOR $30 ON AMAZON.

Many people like a standing desk, so it’s important to have a cushy floor mat for your feet. It reduces the discomfort and fatigue caused by standing on a hard floor for an extended period of time. It’ll also help you maintain good posture while standing.

17. Money Tree Office Plant

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE MONEY TREE FOR $34 ON AMAZON.

We’re working to make money, right? So a money tree is perfect for your desk. This is an easy-care houseplant that is said to bring prosperity and good luck to its owners. Great for room decor or dorm decor.

18. White-Noise Sound Machine

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE SOUND MACHINE FOR $33 ON AMAZON.

I don’t know about you, but I can’t work in silence. I think it’s because of my background working in the always busy news industry. This white-noise machine isn’t just for sleep. On a desk, it takes up little space and is powerful enough to mask annoying sounds you don’t want to hear. 

Many people find that white noise helps them relax and focus better—something we could all use a little more of these days. As a bonus, you can use it to sleep at night.

19. Colored Spiral Notebooks

CLICK HERE TO BUY A 4-PACK OF NOTEBOOKS FOR $17 ON AMAZON.

In my mind, you can never have enough notebooks for your to-do lists and business ideas. These aren’t only great to look at, but they are spiral notebooks to make flipping from page to page super easy!

20. Office Desk Accessories

CLICK HERE TO BUY THE DESK ACCESSORIES FOR $27 ON AMAZON.

This is everything you need to do from your desk. I’m obsessed with the variety of bright colors and patterns you can choose from too. 

This includes a stapler, staple remover, 1,000 staples, tape holder, pen holder, 2 pens, 1 pair of scissors, and a box of binder clips. For an office supply lover, this set makes a perfect gift.

What do you have in your home office that is a lifesaver in your work day? What’s your favorite home office gift? Find me on Instagram and let me know at @ChristinaAllDay. I’d love to hear about more home gifts to add for a friend or family member who works from home.

Of course, you can always get a gift card for the perfect home office gift so the person you love can pick out

• their own wall art or art prints,
• a smart mug or custom coffee mug on Etsy,
• a home office desk or adjustable standing desk at Office Depot,
• desk organizer,
• digital picture frame,
• and even beautiful flowers to make their WFH lifestyle a little better.

What other gift guides do you want to see here on my blog? Let me know!