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  • A computer monitor next to one of the monitor arms that we tested to find the best monitor arm.

    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.

  • Our two top picks for best paper shredders, the Aurora AU120MA and the Royal 14MC, side by side.

    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.

  • Snapshots of the best cheap(ish) things to have handy when you commute, including the TravelCard Plus, a Container Store Micro Mesh Pouch filled with chargers, and the Gerber Gear Dime.

    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.

  • A person walking on our pick for the best under-desk treadmill, the Goplus 2 in 1 Folding Treadmill.

    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.

  • The Wi-Fi mesh networking kits we tested lined up side by side.

    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.

  • A person wearing a wired headset, sitting at a desk and using a laptop.

    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 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.

  • Several paper planners spread out on a tan background.

    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.

  • Three office chairs with ergonomic seat cushions on them.

    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.

  • Our four picks for the best pencils for writing and schoolwork, shown laying on a spiral notebook.

    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.

  • Six of our favorite pens, shown on a notebook.

    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.

  • Three ergonomic keyboards resting nearby each other.

    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 Asus ProArt PA348CGV sitting against a yellow background with desk accoutrements around its base including a keyboard and mouse, coffee cup, and potted succulent.

    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.

  • Two of our picks for the best fireproof safes engulfed in flames.

    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.

  • A person standing on an Ergodriven Topo mat.

    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.

  • A standing desk decorated with laptop, lamp, and some plants

    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.

  • Four mechanical pencils lying on top of a notebook.

    The Best Mechanical Pencils

    by Melanie Pinola

    These mechanical pencils lay down precise lines and are comfortable to hold and nice to look at.

  • A person sitting in an office chair at a desk.

    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.

  • An assortment of items we recommend as gifts for people who work from home, including a plant, a porcelain mug, and a pair of slippers, laid out together.

    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.

  • Several headsets of different styles and sizes.

    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.

  • Two under-desk footrests, one foam and one wooden, together with a pair of tan shearling slippers.

    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.

  • Our four top picks for best christmas cards, shown in white envelopes, all of the same photo but with different greetings.

    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.

  • A small document on the flatbed face of a Canon CanoScan LiDE 300.

    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.

  • The Epson SureColor P700 photo printer next to a camera.

    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.

  • Note books and note pads we tested side by side.

    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.

  • Three of our picks for best laptop stands, shown next to each other.

    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.

  • Five of our favorite webcams lined up next to each other on top of a flat-screen computer monitor.

    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 LapGear Designer holding up a laptop

    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.

  • A Brother HL-L2350DW printer next to a Brother MFC-J4335DW printer.

    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.

  • A home office desk with a laptop computer surrounded by aesthetically-pleasing items.

    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.

  • Someone working on on a laptop with a coffee mug on the desk.

    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.

  • A collection of varied photo prints from our testing for best online photo printing service, displayed on top of a wooden surface.

    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 laptop, partially open, on a wooden desk.

    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.