DesksBranch Duo Compact Standing Desk (link)This standing desk looks great, has nice build quality, and is just the right width (36”) so it’s easy to fit in tight places. – Daniel Reynaud, engineering teamHumanscale footrocker (link)I also love these footrockers — I have tried all of them! They are super handy and helpful under your desk if you’re not standing. – Sonal Chokshi, editorial teamGoplus 2 in 1 Under Desk Treadmill (link)Stable, not too noisy, easy to operate and fits perfectly between the legs of the standing desk. The folding arms do take up some space, so it’s possible to find a lighter and more compact walking treadmill. – Daniel Reynaud, engineering teamLamicall adjustable laptop stand (link) – under $50Helps you maintain good posture, looks good, and folds flat. – Daniel Reynaud, engineering teamNexstand portable laptop stand (link) – under $50A digital nomad’s best friend. This laptop stand is lightweight, foldable, and sturdy. It’s great for taking Zoom calls at more flattering angles (goodbye up-nostril, double chin view) and for setting up a more ergonomic workspace on the go (as much as I will miss my chiropractor). I’m a religious user, as patrons at various coffee shops I’ve turned into offices can attest. Hat tip to Vitalik Buterin: I first came across the item in his “40-liter backpack travel guide.” – Robert Hackett, editorial teamSaiji adjustable tablet stand (link) – under $50This phone/tablet stand is fantastic. Accept no substitutes! – Scott Duke Kominers, research teamVornado 460 (link) – under $50A compact 3-speed fan for a home office. When you walk on a treadmill, you’re generating heat but not getting the air flow you would get by walking outside, so a fan is important to avoid getting sweaty during long meetings (and you may also want to keep the treadmill engine cool to extend its lifetime). – Daniel Reynaud, engineering teamHeadphones, mics, and webcamsAirPods 4 (link)The noise canceling works great to mask the background noise from the treadmill and the fan (above), and they’re more comfortable for walking than over-ear headphones. – Daniel Reynaud, engineering teamCorsair HS65 surround gaming headset (link) This has been an incredible headset option for our podcast guests. My audio editors rave about its sound quality and its surround sound options make it a very versatile option for gaming and recording.– Angel Gehr, editorial teamFifine USB computer microphone (link) – under $50This is SUCH a great, super affordable, plug-and-play mic. We send it out to external pod guests because it is such a solid choice. Incredible sound quality and reliability. – Angel Gehr, editorial teamOpal Tadpole webcam (link)A great webcam option for people looking to record clear video with little-to-no setup. It’s compact, plug-and-play, and easy-to-use. – Angel Gehr, editorial teamShure MV7 Mic (link)Love the quality and ease of use. Just plug directly into the laptop and you’re good to go (unlike a lot of other pro mics). – Ish Verduzco, marketing teamKeyboards and mousesErgodox EZ keyboard (link)My favorite device is my Ergodox EZ keyboard. I code in neovim, so having an optimized keyboard setup is important to my workflow. My Ergodox is comfortable because of its ergonomic split design, supports multiple layers so I don’t need to contort my hands into uncomfortable key combinations, and allows me to bind my keys to have different behaviors when held versus tapped. This lets me code comfortably all day long. – Noah Citron, engineering teamEvoluent Essentials Full Featured Compact Keyboard (link) – under $50This is one of the most left-hand friendly keyboards I’ve ever found! Also, not just for lefties ? – Sonal Chokshi, editorial teamLogitech MX Master 3S wireless performance mouse (link)This mouse has a feature that lets you Bluetooth-connect to three laptops max, so it’s easy to use one mouse across three computers. – Michael Blau, deal teamProductivityGrammarly grammar checker (link) – under $50The best piece of advice I ever got is that no matter your level, your writing can always be better. Grammarly is an incredible tool for ensuring my writing is concise and clear — I even ran this blurb through it! – Paul Cafiero, communications teamFocus Timer adjustable hourglass (link)An elegant and adjustable hourglass without the sand — perfect for segmenting project blocks, writing sessions, or even morning meditation. – Scott Duke Kominers, research teamToroflux (link) – under $50A great fidget toy for your desk or while watching TV. – Michael Blau, deal team
