If You Sit All Day At Work, You May Want These 39 Products

Feb 04, 2024

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Sitting all day doesn't mean you have to ~stand~ for pain and discomfort.

An under-the-desk keyboard tray you can easily add to any existing desk to help with wrist pain. It'll also free up some space on your desk for the must-have items such as coffee, snacks, and your phone.

A wireless ergonomic mouse so your hand stays in a natural position rather than one that causes painful cramps. Reduce hand fatigue and potentially prevent carpal tunnel? Sounds like a win to me.

Promising review: "This is just what I needed. It gives good support right where I wanted it and makes me feel much more comfortable. It has a removable cover for washing if needed. Very well made and not too bulky; I can take it in the car or anywhere. This is really great for my low back and tailbone pain." —Michelle Sparks

Get it from Amazon for $47.99 (available in five colors).

Promising review: "This has got to be the best laptop lap desk I have ever owned! The wrist rest is cushiony and the cushions on the back are super comfortable on my legs. It has a slight incline, which is perfect. It's sturdy and light. Love the handle, the mouse pad with borders so the mouse won't fall off, and the tablet/phone slots. I don't write a lot of reviews, but I am so happy with this product that I had to give it a good review. Hopefully, this will help someone who is searching for the right lap desk. Recommend it to anyone." —J. Castro

Get it from Amazon for $44.79+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "I work from home so it's used a lot. Great stuff about this: The top has a really pretty wood look and feel (though I think it's actually plastic). The plastic makes my PC no longer overheat and the texture makes the PC not slip around like the many awful other ones. Seriously, I can tip this almost sideways before the PC starts to move at all. The bottom cushion and wrist pad is thick and comfy. The wrist pad helps lock the PC in place too. The light is awesome! The actual light slips into the bottom cushion when not wanted (you don't even know it's there), but comes in super handy when extra light is needed. And if you're out of batteries or don't feel like buying any...the light can stick in your PC's USB port! My laptop is pretty big, and I still have room for a mouse or small notepad. It's simple and classy (not tacky)." —Nathan D.

Get it from Amazon for $38.96+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I love the finish on the bottle! I hate holding wet water bottles and this does NOT sweat! It also holds two full bottles of 16.9-oz packages water bottles so it’s very easy to get my full water intake on the go! Easy to carry, fits in my car's cup holders perfectly (not big at all like some water bottles). I got the ombré purple to teal and it’s very true to color. Easy to clean, wide enough for bottle brushes, and the straw stays put. I also love how I just push the little button by the mouthpiece and it just pops open quick for easy drinking (if you’re driving and don’t need to be messing around opening bottles 😉). Highly recommend this water bottle. For the price, it’s amazing! Keeps my water cool for hours, too." —Alicia

Get it on Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 16 colors).

It keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours and hot drinks warm for 12 hours. The straw allows you to sip instead of tilting the bottle. It comes with two straws, a pipe cleaner, and a protective bag. Plus, it's eco-friendly, rust-proof, and BPA-free!

My Bougie Bottle is a woman-owned small biz that creates convenient and durable water bottles to combat plastic pollution as well as the destruction of marine life that occurs because of it. The bottle designs are intended to raise awareness about the benefits conservation has on our planet.

Promising review: "So, I stumbled across this through a friend's recommendation and I immediately fell in love that I bought 4! Literally the words out of everyone's mouth have been "wow that's so big, and GORGEOUS" and that's literally my thought. I love the hard plastic straw — I love the straws that come with it and I swear I filled it up three times the first day I used it. I might get a few more to gift out." —Ashley Cauley

Get the Nordic Fleur bottle from My Bougie Bottle for $45.99 (other designs available here) or from Amazon for $44.99 (available in two designs).

Promising review: "I have to sit for nine hours a day, so this is nice to change things up a bit and engage my lower back more. It requires active sitting, so your feet and back will be moving around. Between this, a kneeling chair, and standing up at my desk, I can make it to the end of the day without back pain." —D

Get it from Amazon for $49.99.

Remember to also stand up every hour or so to give yourself a break from sitting!

Promising review: "This chair has the tilted seat, which you need to truly benefit from a kneeling-style chair. It is also adjustable both on the seat height [and] on the knee height making it highly customizable for people short and tall. I have chronic hip and lower back pain despite being young and healthy and this has saved me when I need to sit and work at the computer. I have a standing desk with a balance board as well but you can't stand all day for some kinds of work, so this chair has been great." —Jaime Bauer

Get it from Amazon for $99.99 (available in three colors).

You can charge this using an adapter in your car or a regular outlet, and if you unplug it and take it on the go, items will stay cold for several hours as long as you don't open the door. It can even be used as a heater to keep hot items warm (it won't heat up cold items, though).

Promising review: "I’ve had it for a little over a year and so far, it’s been great. I use it at the office, and it’s on 24/7. I’m in and out of it several times a day and no problems. I haven’t used it in the car yet. It’s worth the money. I’m very happy with it so far, but I’ll update this review if that changes." —Dr. CrackCorn

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "These are practical and make my long days at my computer more comfortable. The grippy stickers that come with them also really help them stay in place." —Stephanie

Get it from Amazon for $11.98+ (available in 18 styles/colors).

This is a digital download that you print out yourself. The seller suggests laminating it so you can use it as an erasable board. Once laminated, you can write on it with whiteboard markers that can be filled out over and over again!

Sabrina Hudak Designs is a small business that creates digital downloads you can print right at home.

Get the digital file from Sabrina Hudak Designs on Etsy for $3.96.

Promising review: "I'm a photographer/content creator, so I spend a LOT of time in front of a screen of sorts. I was experiencing a lot of eye pain and saw these, so I thought I'd give them a shot. Instant relief, y'all. Now, when I'm editing my photos, I do have to randomly look without the glasses on just to make sure I'm not making my photos too 'warm,' but looking at a screen for a couple of seconds every so often is nothing compared to the HOURS I was staring at it before. Great glasses!!" —Shea

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $15.98+ (available in nine style combinations).

Promising review: "I love this eyeglasses holder. I needed a safe place to put my eyeglasses so I can find them when I wake up since I cannot see anything without them. Plus, I want to know they are safe so they don't get scratched. This adorable owl keeps them safe. Plus, I LOVE owls, so this cute little owl has now become another of the many owls in my collection." —Ella's Mama

Get it from Uncommon Goods for $28.

Promising review: "I’ve had migraines all my life — I’m 31 now. I’ve been on all kinds of prescriptions that work, but make me so sleepy... I’ve been using this stick for one week now, and it’s amazing! I rubbed it on at the first hint of a headache/migraine and it takes care of it fast. I haven’t taken a prescription migraine since I started using it." —Amanda Braswell

Read BuzzFeed's full Migrasil Migraine Stick review for more deets!

Get it from Amazon for $11.99.

Promising review: "This is an excellent purifier for those who are affected by cat dander, mold, and other problems associated with breathing difficulties. I have several cats so there is so much hair in the air in addition to their dander. This machine has solved my breathing problems during the night (I use it in my bedroom). In fact, I am sleeping better every night, which I'm sure is due to the cleaner air that I am breathing." —Linda Cruz

Get it from Amazon for $89.99 (also available in black).

"About a year into working remotely due to the pandemic, I finally decided it was time to invest in a standing desk for my home office. I already had a desk I wasn't ready to part with, so I chose this sit-to-stand desk converter. Let me tell you, this has changed my WFH experience for the better. The desktop area is large enough for my laptop, external monitor, Bluetooth speaker, and a few other items. The desktop can accommodate up to 33 pounds, and the keyboard tray can support up to 4 pounds. The pneumatic lift assist feature lets you adjust the height between 4.5 and 20 inches in one smooth motion that won't strain your back." —Courtney

Promising review: "This has made life SO MUCH BETTER!!! I hate sitting down all day, hunched and reaching for my keyboard and mouse. While I'm sitting down, this helps correct poor posture. When I need to stand/move a bit, I can lift it up and work standing! This is a great invention and is very sturdy." —Andrew Drozdowski

Get it from Amazon for $119.99+ (available in five sizes and in eight colors).

Promising review: "My wife and I share an office/studio and we needed two comfortable office chairs that fit with the style and nature of our home. These also needed to be adjustable to accommodate our workspace. These chairs fit the need at a very reasonable cost. We’re pleased with our purchase and can really recommend them." —bobtx

Get it from Target for $247.41 (available in 13 colors).

Promising review: "I bought one of these massagers for my mom as a Mother’s Day gift, because my mother works standing up the whole day she suffers from leg pain when she gets home. This massager has completely changed her life. Once she gets home she plugs it in and puts the massager underneath her legs and she says it soothes her leg pain until she feels no pain. When the timer goes off (20 mins), she can walk like a new person again. She loves this massager, and she even said it’s one of the best presents I’ve EVER given to her. I couldn’t be happier! I even went and bought one for myself, and I use it in my car on my way home from work. So convenient it comes with a car charger. Once I get home I take it out and my wife uses it on our bed." —Freddy Slogan

Get it from Amazon for $54.95+ (available in five colors).

Born Bahautiful is a small business based in San Antonio, Texas that specializes in hearing aid products and accessories.

Promising review: "These are 100% one of the best purchases I’ve made. Small but mighty, they work so well! My glasses do not slide off my face anymore with a mask on. I’m SO grateful for them, I’m telling all my friends and family (who wear glasses) about these. I would buy again!" —Shayna Miller

Get it from Born Bahautiful on Etsy for $5.60+ (available in nine colors).

Promising review: "The deal is perfect! It’s really sturdy material and looks posh. A steal at this price! I love the color! I’ve used it as a standing desk and sitting. Both are extremely comfortable. I’m short (5’3”) but this desk is a great height standing. My hubby mounted my giant monitor, which makes going back and forth from sitting to standing a breeze. But the lid is somewhat heavy to lift. Not bad though and I’m not a strong person. I put a sound bar inside to free up room on my desk and have a full PC hooked up. It has really made my office a warm stylish functional and comfortable place." —Cinthia

Get it from Wayfair for $179.99+ (originally $429.99; available in three colors).

You can adjust the height from 28 inches to 47.6 inches depending on whether you're sitting or standing. Each desk is equipped with an industrial-grade steel frame and a solid wood desktop with a weight capacity of 154 pounds (this varies based on the size you choose!).

Promising review: "The sit-to-stand option is amazing, and I'm so happy with my desk. I lead video conferences all day, so the option to sit or stand has made working a breeze. No more back/neck soreness or feeling 'blah' after a long day of sitting. I got the slightly larger size and am glad that I did. It gives me space for double monitors, keyboard, and any papers I need to have in front of me. Overall, I'm a satisfied customer and recommend this desk to anyone who wants to make the switch to standing desks on a budget!" —Sasha K.

Get it from Amazon for $159.99+ (available in five sizes and in 10 color schemes).

The cut-out design allow for proper ventilation so your computer won't overheat. It also has a slide-out storage drawer on the side for any small items you want to keep within reach. Check out our full Laptop Desk review for more details!

Promising review: "I work from home a lot, and sometimes I love working on my couch. My legs were starting to get sore from the weight on my laptop and cooling fan, and I couldn't use my mouse of course. This little laptop tray is the best $30 I've spent in a long time. It makes working on the couch SO much easier. Thank you!" —T. Taylor

Get it from Amazon for $54.99.

Promising review: "I have a 15-inch laptop that sometimes gets quite toasty, and decided it was time to look for a cooler. I grabbed one of these after seeing all of the positive reviews on it. Two weeks in, and I'm still impressed with how well it works. It's super quiet! It's also lightweight yet very sturdy, and the metal mesh does an excellent job of keeping the laptop in place and directing the air around more evenly." —Scott

Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in three colors).

Tip: Reviewers suggest turning the heat down from high to medium once your drink gets down to about the halfway point so it stays a comfortable temperature!

Promising review: "This is my third Vobaga coffee warmer. I bought the first one in 2018, and it's still going strong. It keeps my coffee hot to the last drop. It's important to remember it doesn't heat up cold beverages to piping hot. It keeps hot beverages hot." —hottytoddy

Get it from Amazon for $24.29+ (available in eight colors/styles).

You can choose from 30 different sound options, and it's also compatible with speakers and headphones!

Promising review: "I am so happy to have discovered this portable S+E Sleep Sound Machine. The size is perfect for traveling, in the office, and in our RV. We all get an amazing night sleep. We prefer the brown noise to really get a great night's sleep. I also use it in the office to block out background noises while on conference calls. Perfect for our Unity MB RV as it blocks out noise while we travel to various places in the US and Canada... even overnighting in a Walmart parking lot. I highly recommend both devices." —Deb

Get it from Amazon for $81.90+ (available in black or white).

Promising review: "I bought this mouse because I have wrist and lower arm pain. I can't actively use any regular mouse for more than one hour at a time without getting some pain... It's comfortable, and this is the most important thing, because so far I can use it for hours and don't have any pain. The wrist isn't twisted like on a regular mouse and I can feel this, for the better. Took me under a day to get adjusted to this angle. An interesting thing about this design is that you feel more inclined to use your whole arm to make mouse movements, which is a good thing, since doing so puts less stress on the wrist." —Dan

Get it from Amazon for $25.

Promising review: "I ordered this posture corrector because I slouch too much, and when I try to stand up straight I feel like I overcompensate and it gets tiring. the reason I like this product is that when I have it on, it doesn't restrict my movements like a brace with a plate might, I don't feel like I'm having to put effort into standing straight so I'm not getting fatigued even after wearing it for a full 8 hour day. I'm really pleased with my purchase; it's well designed and easy to use, and I think will eventually fix my bad posture." —mdantes

Get it from Amazon for $18.99.

Promising review: "I've never used a humidifier before, so the whole experience is new for me. Within an hour I noticed the air felt significantly different in my apartment. I live in the northern US, so I'm used to dry, cold winters and the dry noses / skin that accompanies them. However, since using this every night, I've noticed the cracks are healing and not coming back! I'm also impressed by how silent the machine is. We put it in our bedroom, and I have no problem falling asleep. There is a blue light that can be turned on, but I found that to be too bright for me to sleep, so I simply turned it off. I've become used to buying mediocre products because it seems as though no one takes the time to design a quality product, but this humidifier proved me wrong. 10/10 would buy again, and I've recommended it to my family and friends." —Chandler

Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in three sizes).

Promising review: "I bought this so I can work from home in the pandemic, as I have three screens at work and only a laptop at home. Best decision ever! This product, packaging, and the easy instructions are the greatest! So happy with my purchase. My sister thought it was so amazing that she bought one too and thanked me a lot for suggesting it! Great product!" —Crystal Emerald Green

Get it from Amazon for $299.99 (available in two colors).

There are eight resistance levels, so you can slowly increase the intensity of your workout as time goes on. It also has a transportation handle for when you need to move the elliptical machine to another area.

Promising review: "This is one of the best things I’ve ever purchased for myself. When I’m working, I’m moving my legs a lot of the time and don’t even realize it. It is extremely quiet, and no one will even know you are using it if you have coworkers nearby. I used it at home before I took it to my office, and an hour passed before I even realized it." —Lora

Get it from Amazon for $116.97.

Promising review: "My chiropractor recommended this back pillow for my chair at work, and it has been such a lifesaver! I am a receptionist and sit a majority of the day, which was really giving me lower back issues. I was pleasantly surprised by how supportive and comfortable this back pillow is! It gives me the support I need, was SUPER easy to put on my chair, and doesn't slide or move around. It has really made a difference!" —Ram Rod

Get it from Amazon for $37.99 (available in five colors).

PS: if you want to get your hands on both the seat cushion pillow and the lumbar support pillow, they're available cheaper when purchased as a set!

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Jenae Sitzes uses this footrest and had this to say: "I've been using this particular footrest for around a year now, and I can say I didn't realize how uncomfortable I was while sitting until I had this. I'm 5 feet 3 inches and use the full height of this footrest to ensure that my feet are completely supported, but you can remove the bottom part to adjust the height if needed. The velvety cover also comes off and can be tossed in the washing machine for easy cleaning."

Promising review: "GAME changer. I have slowly built up my perfect ergonomic setup at home, and this was the last piece! It has helped my circulation and relieved pressure on my lower back." —Brian Kim

Get it from Amazon for $39.95+ (available in three colors and also in mesh).

Promising review: "This handy little clip mounted easily to my monitor and makes my office life so much easier. Great for holding documents and doesn't take up space on your desktop. Easily swings away when not in use." —Georgia Girl

Get it from Amazon for $9.42.

The Salvage Co. is a Minnesota-based Etsy shop specializing in handmade clipboards.

Promising review: “Well made, well packaged, and perfect for my needs. Especially love that the clip can be moved so the board can be used in landscape or portrait mode.” —Dani Dayton

Get it from The Salvage Co on Etsy for $22.95+ (available in several paper sizes and clip colors).

Promising review: "I have had terrible luck with the type of keyboard drawers that need to be screwed into the bottom of a desk. Then I found this Mount-It! keyboard drawer that didn't need screws at all! I wasn't sure what to think, but figured it was worth a try. It took literally three minutes to install and voila — I had a sturdy keyboard drawer! It has a rounded edge which is really comfortable for resting your wrists and there is also plenty of room for a mouse." —Linda

Get it from Amazon for $43.99.

Promising review: "I bought the smallest size, and I love it. My back doesn’t hurt while I’m working standing up, and my feet and ankles feel good too. I’m thinking about purchasing a bigger one for the kitchen." —Queen T

Get it from Amazon for $33.01+ (available in four sizes and in 15 styles).

Promising review: "Better than most others under 30 bucks. No velcro straps to contend with. Perfect balance between soft and firm. I have problem elbows, usually resulting in excruciating pain when they rest on any remotely hard surface. Zero pain with these when sitting at my desk all day long!" —Jessica M.

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in gray).

Circle & Square Decor is a Utah-based small business that creates personalized family wall calendars, chore charts, and home decor.

Promising review: "This is an incredible calendar. It’s everything I wanted it to be and more. Super well made and packaged expertly. I’m so happy with my purchase." —Morgan Skillman

Get it from Circle & Square Decor on Etsy for $54.40+ (originally $68; available with five frame colors as well as in a package with dry-erase markers and magnets).

You can also fold it down and take it to go.

Promising review: "I have limited space in my home office and need to keep some files and information handy. This expandable folder is working out perfect for me. No problems at all regarding sturdiness, holding everything I have put in it just fine." —DC Taylors

Get it from Amazon for $10+ (available in four colors).

The whole thing includes the posture corrector itself, a travel case, a USB charging cable, nine reusable hypoallergenic medical-grade adhesives, and a user manual!

Promising review: "I am in good shape but after 10 years of sitting at a desk 10+ hours a day, my posture had deteriorated to a point where it was causing me a lot of pain, discomfort, and embarrassment. This device truly helped me to kick my bad posture habit. I keep this device in training mode all day because it reminds with a little vibration to straighten up every time I slouch. This is exactly what I needed! The first day I wore this device I was surprised to learn how often I was slouching and I admit it was really hard to maintain good posture all day. With time it has become easier and I am now more self-aware. I am proud to say my posture has significantly improved with this device. The app is super cool and intuitive; this is just a well thought out product." —Chris

Get it from Amazon for $64.95+ (available in two styles).

Note: Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.