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Courtney Hayes is a freelancer who has been writing for BuzzFeed Shopping since 2019, covering a wide range of topics including home decor, fashion, beauty and skincare, gift guides, pet products, and more.

Promising review: "The material feels solid, waterproof, and odor resistant, which is great for travel. It also has a nice softness to it while still maintaining excellent stability and structure. The mesh pockets are really helpful for seeing what's inside without opening every compartment, and the elastic loops keep cables from tangling. It fits perfectly in my backpack without taking up too much space.

The zippers feel stable and the closure is secure, so nothing falls out even when tossed in a bag. The hand strap is a nice touch for when I + need to grab it on the go. I use it for work trips and daily use, and it holds everything I need: charging cables, power bank, USB drives, +earbuds, and still has room to spare. For the price, this is an easy recommendation. Great quality and great value." —Luis Lozoya

Price: $9.95+ (available in four sizes and 23 colors)

Promising review: "This expanding file is a simple and effective way to keep papers organized. The pockets make it easy to separate documents, and the tabs help you find things quickly.

It’s lightweight but sturdy enough for everyday use and holds a good amount without feeling bulky or tearing. Overall, a practical and affordable organizer." —Mystic Mama Moonlight Market

Price: $5.98+ (available in eight colors)

Promising review: "I’m very happy with this PHI VILLA white accent cabinet. The hollow carved doors give it a beautiful, modern look that really stands out in my space. It’s the perfect size for a small buffet or sideboard, and the storage inside is surprisingly roomy. The cabinet feels sturdy, was easy to assemble, and adds a clean, stylish touch to my dining area. Great quality and value — highly recommend!" —Robert

Price: $160.99+ (available in three colors)

Promising review: "This under-desk cable tray was super easy to install—no tools needed. It clamps in two directions, so it fits almost any desk setup, and holds my power strip, chargers, and cables with zero clutter. What really sets it apart is the sleek, modern design — way better looking than most cable management options. It’s sturdy, adjustable, and doesn’t damage the desk. Perfect for home offices, dorms, or anyone who wants clean, functional organization." —Patricia P

Promising review: "This desk organizer is really nice. It's worth what you pay for! The matte finish is really nice as well- it looks very neat and clean, and the texture of the little ridges is an extra touch. It has held up well. It can hold many pens, pencils, scissors, glue sticks, and all the stuff you need for your desk! It's not overly big but it can still hold plenty of items. This is a really nice addition to your desk! Plus, there's the rotating feature which really takes it up a notch!!!!!!" —Kindle Customer

Promising review: "I used these cute baskets to organize my WFH office supplies. They are the perfect size for pens and they stack." —Rachel Rebel

Price: $8.49+ (available in three sizes and 13 colors)

Promising review: "If you have loose outlets, this is a super simple and effective solution. The inserts hold plugs securely in place and eliminate that annoying slipping issue. Installation takes seconds, and it saves you from needing an electrician for a minor problem. Very affordable and surprisingly effective." —Seth

Price: $10.99+ for 10 (available in regular and glow-in-the-dark)

Promising review: "First off I want to say that I LOVE this set. I got it to hide my wifi boxes and wifi booster and also to just give the room a cleaner look. It's very sturdy and a great quality. I will be ordering another one!" —Paeton

Promising review: "This is exactly what I want. Don't need to pay for the fancy functions or screen. Just need a jog treadmill. The speed is easily controlled by remote. It could be inclined by 15 degrees by pushing up the brackets, which is fine for me. It's for my daughter's room; she needs something under her desk. She could watch something on her computer when jog on the treadmill.

It's light and compact, and she can move it out easily to the patio on sunny days. If you don't want to pay hundreds, even thousands of dollars, and just want a treadmill itself, this would be a good one." —Alice

Price: $139.99 (available in two colors)

Promising review: "Got this as a gift from my sister and I love it! I had intended to use it as a monitor stand but I ended up using it to hold our plants and as decor." —Misa Win

Price: $45.99+ (available in four colors)

Promising review: "I love this desktop organizer. It has really cleaned up my desk and still has everything I need within reach." —Karen A.

Promising review: "I was having problems with an overheating laptop. After doing some simple diagnosis I figured I could benefit from a laptop cooling fan. I did a little research and choose the havit version. I'm happy I did. within 30 minutes I already saw the benefits of this purchase! The fan's are very quiet compared to one I had a few years back. I hope this lasts for a while. that will be the next test." —Jeff

Price: $23.92+ (available in three colors)

This diffuser has more than 27,000 5-star reviews! It also has a color-changing lamp with seven colors, a nightlight, auto-off, and a programmable on and off. It's recommended to use 100% pure essential oils with it.

According to Johns Hopkins, you may want to avoid diffusing oils around larger groups and young children because of the side effects of different oils. You may also want to avoid using an oil diffuser around pets with breathing problems, according to the ASPCA.

Promising review: "The URPOWER Essential Oil Diffuser is the perfect way to create a calm, soothing atmosphere in my home or office! The adjustable mist mode is great for customizing the intensity of the scent, and I love that it shuts off automatically when the water runs low—no worries about leaving it on! The 7 color LED lights add a nice touch of ambiance, perfect for relaxing or even setting a mood. It's sleek, quiet, and easy to use. Whether you're into aromatherapy or just want to freshen up a room, this diffuser is a must-have! 🕯️🌸" —David Houck

Price: $7.99+ (available in three sizes and six colors)

It comes with a dry-erase marker, an accessory channel (to hold the marker), and a storage drawer.

Promising review: "Never thought something analog would be SO useful in my daily routine. I work from home and am constantly project managing several 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

Price: $29.76+ (available in five colors)

Promising review: "Best thing I ever got. Keeps my coffee and tea warm all morning. Easy to use button with colors easy to use" —Alice

Promising review: "I work from home, and if you do too you may also encounter this odd scenario: Merely closing the door to one’s office is not actually a reliable method to let others know you are working. I can’t say enough good things about this sign. It is a far better design and quality than expected at this price point. The sign is a dial style, and really sturdy. The dial even has a click-in-place feature to prevent your status from accidentally moving when the door swings shut. Gone are the days of people thinking you’re available when you’re not! Well, at least you have forewarned them! I am extremely happy with the sign, and can recommend it to anyone who might need a little extra assistance in deterring work interruptions!" —Conscious Consumer

The light is powered via USB and has three light colors and 10 brightness levels.

Promising review: "A small ring light, has a good clip to fasten to you computer or laptop. I purchased to try and improve visibility during online meetings. My office has a window behind me, which often darkens me on the video.Tried it in a meeting and it works well. Has three light settings and plug into a USB port. Cool to the touch after a 30-minute meeting." —ceharris

PLUS: This also makes sure that air-conditioning doesn't escape under your doors, thus saving you energy and money!

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 Revueltas

Price: $6.27+ (available in two lengths and four colors)

iJoy is a small business that sells tech accessories, speakers, and headphones.

Promising review: "This worked great! I bought this for my desk at work, so I wouldn't have to crawl underneath everything to plug in my computer. I was able to use it for the school year and it worked perfectly. It even has an on/off button, so it doesn't have to be "on" all of the time." —April Moss

It's compact, height adjustable, and the pedals are quiet. There are eight resistance levels, and it'll track your mileage, RPM, and more.

Promising review: "Great product. I love it. Plenty of desk space. No noise when in use. It came with all of the tools to assemble. I love how adjustable the desk is. I can move it up, down, forward and back to suit whatever I need. I also love that the seat is adjustable. It is easy to move from place to place in my home because of the wheels. I thought it might move during use because of the wheels but it is sturdy and stationary." —Heather

Price: $229.99+ (available in six colors and styles)

Promising review: "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

Price: $129.99+ (available in five styles)

It comes in two pieces — one you can prop in front of your keyboard, and the other in front of your mouse. It also includes a coaster.

Promising reviews: "I've been working from home 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

Price: $9.28+ (available in 18 colors and two other sets)

Promising review: "I work from home and sit at a desk in front of a computer for a minimum of 10 hours per day. I used to have to get up at least hourly for breaks that never helped to alleviate the 24/7 sciatica pain down my left leg. And long hours at my desk would leave my whole body sore. I've only had this cushion for one day, and my sciatica is barely noticeable, and I woke up today in no pain after using it yesterday. I'm a small person, so I can see how this might not be a good fit for everyone, but for me, it's already had a positive impact. I think because they are just cut foam with gel top and a thin cover that they will probably wear down easily, especially since I sit for so long, but it's a reasonable price and if I get six months at a time out of one, I'll consider that a pretty decent return on my investment. :)" —T. M.

Price: $43.65+ (available in two sizes and seven colors)

Here's how it works: Rotate it to the time you'd like to set a timer for (5 minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes, 20 minutes, or 30 minutes) and it'll start a countdown. It also comes with four adjustable volume levels, in case you're not the only one working from 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

Price: $15.99+ (available in five colors)

Plus, you can remove the velvet cover for easy cleaning!

Promising review: "My feet have found heaven! After just over a year of working from home, I've finally decided to invest in some home office upgrades. I was on the fence about a footrest, but the new desk chair I had purchased had a few comfort issues, and I thought this footrest might help address those. I wasn't wrong! From the first moment my feet landed in the plush comfort of the foam, I haven't wanted to take them off of it. As a fairly active person most of my life (basketball, horseback riding, running, etc.) I haven't been kind to my body. My back, knees, hips, and feet have all paid the price. This footrest has helped alleviate much of the daily pain I deal with, and at a far cheaper price than the ergonomic chair." —Wild-Haired Gurl

Price: $41.95+ (available in two styles and four colors)

Promising review: "I ordered one each for my daughter and me. We both agree that this blanket is awesome! In fact, on the few chilly mornings we've had so far, we both said it was hard getting out of bed after being snuggled up in this warm, so soft, and cozy blanket. Now looking forward to winter knowing we won't be getting into a cold bed, or waking up in the night shivering!" —Honey Bear

Price: $37.98+ (available in three sizes and eight colors/patterns)

This machine has six modes: white noise, thunder, ocean, rain, summer night, and brook. It can run continuously or you can set a timer for 15, 30, or 60 minutes.

Promising review: "As we're all on COVID alert and working from home, I don't have a 'quiet space' from which to work. So I bought this to drown out the sounds of the TV and other every noise at home. Works great. Can just leave it on or switch to the time mode if using it for sleep. The sounds are pretty continuous so you can't easily identify when the loop starts over again." —db

Price: $19.19+ (available in two styles)

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