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How Do You Get Rid of Shredded Paper? Think Twice Before Recycling.
by Melanie Pinola
PSA: Putting shredded paper in the recycling bin could do more harm than good.
The Best Monitor Arms
by Melanie Pinola
We researched and tested more than a dozen monitor arms and stands to find the best options to raise your screen and free up space on your desk.
The Best Paper Shredders
by Melanie Pinola
We tested top shredders for use at home and in small offices and found easy-to-use workhorses that can help protect your identity.
How to Move Your Home Office Outside—And Make the Most of It
by Melanie Pinola
Working outside, even for just a little while, can be great for your health. Here’s how to do it as comfortably and productively as possible.
5 Cheap(ish) Things for Hybrid Office Workers
by Melanie Pinola
Whether you’re a hybrid worker or you regularly commute, here are a few of our favorite things to keep handy when you’re working away from home.
The Best Under-Desk Treadmill
by Kaitlyn Wells
The Goplus 2 in 1 Under Desk Treadmill is our under-desk treadmill choice because it’s easy to set up and use while working, and it's smooth to walk on.
You’re Probably Standing at Your Standing Desk Wrong. We Can Help.
by Rose Maura Lorre
A standing desk won’t cure all your workday wellness woes, but the right one—used properly— offers benefits galore. Here’s how to make the most of yours.
The Best Wi-Fi Mesh-Networking Systems
by Joel Santo Domingo
If a normal router can’t provide reliable wireless access to every corner of your home, mesh systems should help you work from home and stream games and movies without a hitch.
How to Organize Your Digital Files
by Melanie Pinola
With the right setup of folders and file names, you’ll always be able to find what you need on your computer.
The Best Business Card Printing Services
by Erin Roberts
We tested nine business card printing services and found that Moo delivers high-quality cards and is easy to use.
The Best Voice Recorder
by Anna Perling and Séamus Bellamy
After testing 12 models in a variety of settings, we think the Sony UX560 is the best voice recorder for meetings, lectures, dictation, and interviews.
Our Favorite Paper Planners
by Jackie Reeve, Kaitlyn Wells, and Melanie Pinola
A paper planner can keep you organized and on track with your goals, and we have six different recommendations that will suit any planning style.
The Best Ergonomic Seat Cushions
by Ayanna Redwood-Crawford
If you’re in need of extra comfort or support wherever you sit the most, an ergonomic seat cushion can be a helpful supplement.
The Best Pencils for Writing and Schoolwork
by Sarah Witman
Whether you’re filling in Scantron bubbles or doing the Sunday crossword, the Palomino Golden Bear #2 Pencil (Blue) should be your writing implement of choice.
The Best Pen
by Melanie Pinola
The Uni-ball Jetstream RT is the best pen for most people. It’s affordable and quick to dry. And it writes smoothly and won’t skip or bleed.
The Best Ergonomic Keyboard
by Dave Gershgorn and Melanie Pinola
Ergonomic keyboards can make typing more comfortable. The Logitech Wave Keys is the best one you can buy.
The Best Ultrawide Monitors
by Dave Gershgorn
Ultrawide monitors are appealing for viewing documents or browser windows side by side, and they make video games more immersive.
The Best Fireproof Document Safe
by Nick Guy
We tested seven new safes and found the models that offer the best combination of fireproofing, waterproofing, size, and price.
Wirecutter Picks to Help Boost Productivity When Working From Home
by Wirecutter Staff
Streamline your home-office setup, get your desk organized, and find new ways to focus (noise-cancelling headphones for the win) with these picks.
These Lovely Little Notebooks Help Me Get Ideas Out of My Head (and My Face Out of My Phone)
by Elissa Sanci
The Field Notes Memo Book is my everyday companion.
The Best Standing Desk Mats
by Kaitlyn Wells and Melanie Pinola
We’ve tested all of the most popular standing desk mats and found the Ergodriven Topo offered the best comfort and support while encouraging movement.
This Pen Has Been Our Top Pick for a Decade. And No, You Can't Borrow Mine
by Kaitlyn Wells
Never lend out the Uni-ball Jetstream—it will invariably be “borrowed” permanently.
The Best Standing Desks
by Kaitlyn Wells and Melanie Pinola
After testing more than 25 standing desks over nearly a decade, we recommend the Uplift V2 due to its customizability, wide height range, and stability.
The Best Mechanical Pencils
by Melanie Pinola
These mechanical pencils lay down precise lines and are comfortable to hold and nice to look at.
How to Adjust Your Office Chair
by Thorin Klosowski
When you sit in a chair all day, taking the time to dial it in for your body and the type of work you do is a necessity.
The 30 Best Gifts for People Who Work From Home
by Samantha Schoech and Dorie Chevlen
Wirecutter staffers know a thing or two about working from home. Here’s what we’d give a remote worker to help them stay cozy, focused, and organized.
The Best Wireless and Wired Headsets
by Kaitlyn Wells and Melanie Pinola
Whether you prefer the freedom of Bluetooth or the reliability of a wired headset, we have picks to suit all budgets and fit preferences.
You Should Take More Breaks During Work. Here’s How to Make Time for Yourself.
by Kaitlyn Wells
Taking a break from a busy workday often gets pushed aside. Here’s how to make the time and commit to getting the most of your breaks.
The Best Under-Desk Footrests
by Melanie Pinola
We put our feet up for weeks to find the best footrests to help you improve the ergonomics at your desk—and make work more comfortable.
The Best Holiday Photo Cards
by Erin Roberts and Ben Keough
We think that Simply to Impress is the best service for creating and sending custom, high-quality photo cards to your friends and loved ones.
The Best Cheap Scanner
by Ben Keough and Phil Ryan
We think the Canon CanoScan LiDE 300 is the best for high-resolution scans of delicate or thick items, and the Epson Perfection V600 is best for film.
8 Ways to Avoid Being Annoying at Your Coworking Space
by Melanie Pinola
Coworking spaces foster community and productivity, but there are social rules to follow. Coworking experts share the dos and don’ts.
I Felt Lost in My Own Home Before This Little Label Maker
by Elissa Sanci
Our top-pick label-maker, the Brother P-touch Cube Plus produces good-looking, durable labels that can survive multiple runs through the dishwasher.
The Cure for Stolen Packages Is Here, If Only Delivery People Would Use It
by Rachel Cericola
Smart delivery boxes keep packages safe and alert you when they arrive. But in our testing, we found that they’re useful only if the delivery person uses them.
The Best Photo Printer
by Erin Roberts and Phil Ryan
If you want to make high-quality, long-lasting photo prints at home, the Epson SureColor P700 is the best photo printer to buy.
The Steelcase Gesture Office Chair Is Built Like a Tank but Feels Like a Spa
by Melanie Pinola
This attractive, customizable office chair is like a supportive mattress — it puts in work day after day and if it’s doing its job right, you rarely ever think about it.
The Uplift V2 Standing Desk Can Help Your Back, Lift Your Mood, and Elevate Your Home Office
by Melanie Pinola
I’ve balked at the steep price of a standing desk. But if you consider how much time you spend at your desk, the investment pays off.
Our Budget Pick Office Chair Is the Best Ergonomic Chair You Can Get for Under $500
by Ben Keough
The HON Ignition 2.0 redefined our idea of what a “budget” desk chair can be.
What a Wirecutter Home-Office Expert Uses to Organize Her Desk
by Melanie Pinola
Velcro strips, a glass easel, and a desk pad are just a few of the things our productivity expert uses to get through each workday.
The Best Notebooks and Notepads
by Melanie Pinola
These notebook and notepad picks offer a satisfying writing experience with different types of pens and pencils.
The Best Laptop Stands
by Melanie Pinola
The Rain Design iLevel 2 is our favorite laptop stand because it makes it easy to raise your screen to proper ergonomic height.
7 Things You Need for an Ergonomically Correct Workstation
by Melanie Pinola
Here’s how to set up a workspace that fits and supports you best, based on advice from ergonomics experts and what we’ve found over years of testing home-office furniture and gear.
The 3 Mug Warmers We Love for Keeping Our Coffee (and Tea) Hot
by Haley Perry
If you rarely get to enjoy your coffee or tea before it gets cold, we can relate. Here are a few great ways to make sure every sip is a warm one.
The Best Webcams
by Arriana Vasquez and Melanie Pinola
If you’re unsatisfied with the camera that’s built into your computer—or if it doesn’t have one—the Logitech Brio 505 is your best option for sharp Zoom calls.
The Best Lap Desk
by Sarah Witman
The LapGear Designer Lap Desk is comfy, stylish, sturdy, and roomy. Plus, there’s extra storage for your phone and other supplies.
The Best Cheap Printers
by Phil Ryan
If you’re looking for an inexpensive printer, we think the Brother HL-L2350DW or the Brother MFC-J4335DW is your best option.
5 Tips to Declutter Your Home Office
by Jenni Gritters
Clutter can creep up on you when you work from home. Here’s how to get organized so it doesn’t mess with your focus and productivity.
These Essentials Will Let You Work From Anywhere
by Jenni Gritters
Whether you’re working from a plane, train, coffee shop, or that one quiet corner of a vacation rental, the right setup will make everything so much easier.
The Best Online Photo Printing Service
by Phil Ryan
We’ve tested dozens of online photo printing services, and we’ve consistently found that Nations Photo Lab is the best place to get prints.
A New Batch of 3D Printers Can Print Models in Half the Time
by Dave Gershgorn
A new era of 3D printers from Prusa and Bambu Lab are faster and more precise than ever.
How to Shop for a Used Laptop or Desktop PC
by Kimber Streams and Andrew Cunningham
Major stores and manufacturers sell refurbished, refreshed, and used laptops and desktops that sometimes perform as well as new ones, but for much lower prices.