28 Cute But Practical Desk Products To Make Your Workspace Feel More Cheerful

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27-01-2025

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Because you need all the help you can get turning that frown upside down come Monday morning.
1. A colorful wireless keyboard and mouse set for adding some joy-inducing color to your workspace without any bothersome cords to tie you down.
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The set includes a wireless keyboard and a wireless mouse with a USB receiver. Pick up some AA batteries — both will need them!
Promising review:"Every time I walk into my red office and see this beautiful keyboard, it makes me happy. It looks just like it does in the photo. It's such a jolt of color, and with its cool circular retro buttons, it's just a pleasure to use. If you need a pick-me-up (and who doesn't this year?), I can't recommend this highly enough." — CA-girl
Get it from Amazon for $40.99 (available in 14 styles).
2. An ergonomic nonslip mouse pad because it's the wrist-aligning support system you need to fire off hot takes on Slack with minimal pain and discomfort.
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Read more about how an ergonomic mouse can help prevent carpal tunnel at Cleveland Clinic.
Promising review:"The design is gorgeous and so comfy that I even take it when I travel for business. This has relieved wrist pain from working on the computer every day." — Bianka P Gonzalez G
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in 22 patterns).
3. An aesthetic flexible power strip so you can actually utilize each and every outlet even when your excessively massive laptop charger is present.
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iJoy is a small business selling a variety of tech accessories, speakers, and headphones.
Promising review:"I rarely write a review (this is the second in the past few years). One of the best purchases in a long time. Nice design and very practical. It solves all of my problems as it can go any direction. It's worth every penny. I turned around and bought two more. I am about to buy my fourth one. Love this!" — Pond P.
Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in four colors).
4. A ventilated cable management box if you're tired of tangled cords trapping your feet and offending your eyes.
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Promising review:" A must-buy product for your messy home or office. Exactly what I was looking for to help save space and hide my cable cords." — Andrew Olson
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
5. A 52-sheet to-do list pad for when you're overwhelmed with all the things that need doing and just don't know where to start. Blank legal pads do not inspire, but this cutie sure does!
Promising review:"I LOVE this product! I live off lists every day at work, and this keeps me super organized! I have my daily list, top three priorities, things I need to remember for the next day, and miscellaneous notes all on the same page!" — Ldsappy
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in six colors/styles).
6. A USB-powered LED light strip to give your desk area a futuristic glow while working double-duty to reduce eye fatigue and hopefully keep those pesky headaches at bay when you're pulling extra long shifts.
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Promising review:"I have procrastinated in writing this review and am actually happy to say that after a year, the product is continuing to stay strong. The adhesion is as strong as it was on day one, and this product continues to meet and exceed expectations. I have noticed significantly less eye strain. If I were needing computer monitor backlighting again, I wouldn't hesitate to repurchase." — college_engineer
Get it from Amazon for $9.49+ (available for monitors up to 80 inches).
7. A cooling memory foam seat cushion that's unassuming enough to blend in with most any desk chair and will make you feel ~supported~ even on your longest days.
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The velour cover zips off for easy cleaning in the washing machine.
Promising review:"I've purchased similar items in the past that visually looked like this but were stiff and rigid. This is amazing. Totally eased my back pain from my quarantine-at-home desk job. Highly recommend." — Bellarosa555
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in three colors).
8. Or a whimsical paw chair cushion so you can add an extra layer of comfort *and* cuteness to cradle your booty while you're on the clock.
Promising review:"Got this for my office desk. It definitely stands out, and the older ladies at my work love it! It works well as a seat cushion, as my office chair is so thin I can feel the metal and plastic bits when sitting. With the cushion, it's super soft and comfortable!" — Jane
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two sizes and seven colors).
9. An electric mug warmer because nothing ruins your cozy desk vibes quite like reaching for your coffee only to find it's gone cold. With this chic little warmer, you can join the slow sippers club without having to make a bazillion trips to the microwave. If this seems like one big fire hazard to you — fear not — there's a built-in auto shutoff!
Reviewers suggest turning the heat down from high to medium once the drink gets down to about the halfway point so it stays a comfortable temperature!
Check it out on TikTok (where one reviewer even has the genius idea to use it as a candle warmer at their desk, too)!
BuzzFeed editor Jenae Sitzes wishes she had bought it sooner:
"After seeing this coffee warmer all over BuzzFeed Shopping and even gifting my dad one for Christmas, I finally decided to buy one for myself. Based on all the reviews, I was pretty confident I'd soon be kicking myself for not getting it sooner, and that proved to be true: This thing not only looks good but works great for keeping my coffee warm all day long. (Because yes, I'm one of those people who'll sip on coffee until 5 p.m., all right!!) I was kind of worried it'd be too small for some of my larger mugs, but the center plate is bigger than expected and accommodated every mug in my (very eclectic) collection perfectly. I can confirm that flat-bottomed mugs are the best option for using with this warmer as they do stay hotter, but it still keeps my concave-bottom mugs warm enough for my taste. Also, I looove how sleek the white version looks on my white desk, and the auto-shutoff function is a nice safety feature as an absent-minded person."
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in eight styles).
10. A slim desktop whiteboard if your desk is littered with distracting sticky notes that always seem to get lost anyway. This memo board is designed to fit comfortably between a keyboard and a monitor, creating a designated place where you can write out all your absolutely-cannot-forget reminders again and again and again.
The whiteboard also 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 a number of 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
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in five styles).
11. Or a wall-mounted acrylic dry-erase board for a major aesthetic upgrade to standard dry erase boards with all the same schedule-tracking, note-taking, and organizing prowess.
1801 & Co. is a Minnesota-based Etsy shop established in 2016 that specializes in family wall calendars, chore charts, wedding signs, and more.
Promising review: "I love it! I got it so fast after ordering, and it's perfect. I love the sleek design for my small home office space. I can't function at work without a dry-erase board, but I couldn't find any that would look nice in my office space, which is in the corner of my master bedroom! Having functional office space without LOOKING like an office in the bedroom is challenging, but this acrylic board is PERFECT. The black pen that comes with it is a very nice fine tip and erases without a trace." — Dawn Powell
Get it from 1801 & Co. on Etsy for $24.55+ (available in 19 sizes and three hardware styles/finishes).
12. A jumbo printed desk pad to cover up all those stains, chips, and scratches (How'd those even get there?) with any one of a vast collection of colors and patterns to suit any taste. Plus, you'll LOVE all the free-range mouse movin' you can do with all this newfound space.
Promising review:"I really like this mat — I've had it for several months now, and it hasn't faded or scuffed at all. Makes my basic office cubicle desk a little prettier and does the job I really needed it for — to soften the surface of my desk because I hate the way my mouse sounds without a mousepad. Several coworkers have complimented the design and asked for the link!" — AliB_Art
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in 39 styles).
13. A stick-on prismatic window film so you can bask in sunny rainbows even if you're stuck inside working. If you want a curtain alternative, this doubles as a privacy screen with a big visual impact. Who can't help but smile at a rainbow?!
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Check out our full write-up on this rainbow window film.
Promising review:"SO EASY TO INSTALL! I was expecting more difficulties but had none at all. The light prism effect gives my apartment a very whimsical feeling that I love. Now, I don't have to worry about people looking into my apartment. However, keep in mind at night people can probably still kind of see-through. Do what you will with that info, lol." — Violinanonymous
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in 14 sizes and three colors).
14. A precious little mushroom lamp if you're short on space but big on your love for all things cottagecore. This lovely little mush casts a soft glow across your desk, with 16 colors and 4 brightness levels easily controlled with a remote.
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Promising review: "Cute, cute, cute! This is one of the cutest night-lights ever! Not only does it change colors, but it can also be controlled remotely and changed in a variety of colors and effects, from flashing to slowly fading from one color into another, or if desired, one constant color to match any decor. The brightness can also be adjusted. And the wood base gives it more than the look of a toy." — roika
Get it from Amazon for $26.99.
15. A genius candle warmer lamp that looks so darn good and releases the fresh scents of your fave candle without the pesky fire hazard of a lit flame. Plus, you can easily use it as a 2-in-1 mug warmer, too!
It includes a halogen warming bulb and even has a dimmer so you can adjust it to your desired brightness level.
Get a closer look at it on TikTok (it looks super cute in a kitchen, too)!
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Amanda Davis says: "🎶 It's me, hi. I'm the impulsive buyer, it's me. 🎶 After seeing this gooorgeous candle warmer online time and time again (and trying to ignore the urge to buy what I absolutely didn't need)...I finally did it, and WOW, am I glad I did. This lamp looks even better in person, it warms all of my candles evenly, and after moving it to my desk, I figured out it can be used as the cutest mug warmer, too! It comes with two compatible 50-watt warming bulbs that melt candles from top to bottom. The dimming feature is also really convenient for both the brightness of the light and for how fast or slow you want your candle to melt! This would definitely be a 12/10 gift."
Get it from Amazon for $28.99 (available in two colors).
16. A space-efficient bamboo multi device charging dock for corralling the sprawling mess of tech and chargers into one designated display that almost looks too good to be this useful.
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Great Useful Stuff is a Utah-based small business selling a tight selection of home and lifestyle goods that embody the brand's name.
Promising review:"My desk was full of chargers and cords. This really helps keep everything organized and puts those cords out of sight. I also use the dividers to store a notebook, so you can use it for other things besides computers, phones, etc. I also really like the material. I got the light bamboo." — Stephanie
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in three other styles).
17. A fully adjustable USB desk fan to make your workspace the ~coolest~ place to be. Its small size doesn't eat up precious surface area, and it's quiet enough to run during meetings without disturbance.
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Promising review: "Please add this to your cart...right now! I bought this for my office, and I can't tell you how happy I am with this! Don't let the size fool you. This little gem will cool you down, and it's not noisy at all! And the price...you can't beat it! BUY THIS!!" — Gina Gennette (Grande)
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in black and white).
18. A glam petaled desk chair that comes with a lumbar pillow because the best desk chairs are like your favorite pair of shoes — endlessly stylish without sacrificing a single ounce of comfort.
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Promising review:"I love the material. It's soft and won't scratch the walls. It's comfy. I love the wheels because it's easy to push around." — Diane DeRosier
Get it from Amazon for $99.74 (available in six colors).
19. Or a modern high-back armchair with a wheeled base so you can tilt, rock, swivel, and roll the workday away in a comfy chair that looks fit for the C-suite.
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Promising review:"I got this for my son's desk and thought it was a little hard to assemble. The quality itself was awesome. The support was great, and its ergonomic features felt very relaxing. I loved this product and [would] definitely buy it again." — Anuj Bhartiya
Get it from Amazon for $119.99+ (available in nine styles).
20. A set of adhesive cable organizers that combines style and organization to tame the tangled mess of cords currently overtaking your desk.
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Brighttia is a New York-based Etsy shop established in 2018 that specializes in industrial and modern interior lighting and decor.
Promising review:"These brass cable organizers are beautiful and high quality. I'm using two of them to keep a plug-in sconce cord attached to the wall and to direct the cord to the electrical outlet. These little gold pieces add a touch of functionality and glamour to the sconces. Exactly what I was looking for." — Amy Margolis
Get a two-pack from Brighttia on Etsy for $22.98 (available in 12 colors).
21. Or a universal magnetic cord holder to eliminate the need to go excavating under your desk for fallen charging cables.
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Promising review:"I was looking for a cable holder that I didn't need to adhere to my desk — this is it! Superb quality and heavy enough not to slide off the desk. As visually pleasing as it is practical." — Paul Michael Krieg
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in two sizes and six colors).
22. A set of Lego succulents because whether you've got more of a black thumb than a green one, or your office is just stupendously devoid of sunlight, this charming collection of "plants" will live on and deliver the joy you need to soldier on week after week.
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23. A 360-degree rotating headphone holder for a minimalist desk add-on that finally answers the age-old question — What the heck do I do with my headphones when I'm not using them?
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Promising reviews:"I have a white desk and a light gray chair, and this headphone hanger matches the design perfectly. The quality and simple hinged design is brilliant. The adhesive is very strong, provided you clean the surface before applying and let it cure for 24 hours before hanging anything on it." — Henry Ting
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in black and white).
24. A geometric dinosaur sculpture that'll keep your desk candy stash a secret! This little guy has a majorly big mouth that's perfect for stashing sweets, keys, or anything else that might need a fearsome protector.
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Promising review:"Honestly better than I thought it would be. It looked cool online, and I bought it as an impulse buy and was not disappointed. It's heavy and well-made. If I had any complaint, it's that due to the shape of the jaw, some jelly beans fall out if I don't grab them carefully, but I've decided that's a small price to pay for this epic protector sitting on my desk." — David
Get it from Amazon for $59.98 (available in three colors).
25. A discreet humidifier and oil diffuser designed to resemble a regular ol' potted plant when not in use. And it's a night-light?! What a time to be alive.
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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.
Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in three styles).
26. An adorable display stand if you spend more time looking for your readers than you do attending meetings. Entrust your specs to one of these adorable little critters and watch them quickly become your new fave coworker.
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Promising review:"Kept misplacing my glasses in my home office, and this has been the perfect fix. It's small and doesn't take up too much space. It's sturdy and holds my glasses in place." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in 11 animal styles).
27. A souped-up lap desk with a built-in mouse pad, wrist supports, and phone/tablet holders, because sometimes the only way to get cozy at work is to leave your desk and head for the couch.
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Promising review:"Bought this for my daughter in college. She loves to do schoolwork on her bed. She says this desk is a 'game changer.'" — s uper awsome person
Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in four colors).