If you’re a remote worker, setting up a home office can streamline your workflow and help you execute your tasks at a faster rate. Once you install a desk and a chair, you need to think about other home office devices, tech products, and accessories that can help you manage your work. Here is our list of the top 11 essential devices and tech products for your home office.
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Anker Power Bank (20,000mAh)
Every home office setup needs a versatile power bank. This massive power bank from Anker has a 20,000mAh capacity. It can charge your devices at a 67W speed. The best part is that it can charge your laptop, too. The power bank comes with a Type-C USB cable attached to it. It holds enough charge to juice up an iPhone 15 Pro 4 times and a MacBook Air 1.2 times. Despite its large storage capacity, this power bank is surprisingly sleek, with a thickness of just 2.4 inches. It weighs 431g. The rectangular digital display on the device indicates its battery level at all times.
Pros
- Portable
- 67W charging
- Can charge your laptop
Cons
- Can get warm while charging multiple devices
Honeywell 12-in-1 Docking Station
A docking station is one of the best devices you can get for your home office desk. While you can get an inexpensive dock for less than Rs 1,000, we recommend splurging extra for the Honeywell 12-in-1 docking station. Shaped like a cube, the upper panel of this device acts as a wireless charger. There are 2 USB Type-C ports on this device – 1 x Type-C USB 3.2 with a transfer speed of up to 10GB/s and 1 x Type-C PD 3.0 with a 100W PD output. Additionally, there are 2 USB 3.0 ports and 1 USB 2.0 port with transfer speeds of up to 5GB/s and 480MB/s, respectively. On top of that, this device has ports for HDMI and Ethernet cables. There are dual audio slots (mic and audio) and an SD/TF card slot as well.
Pros
- Varied set of ports
- 15W MagSafe charging
- Minimal lags
Cons
- Pricey
Quntis Monitor Light Bar HY214 PRO
If you spend long hours in front of your monitor, you need a light bar for it. A monitor light bar eliminates the glare from the screen and reduces eye fatigue. If you work in a dimly lit room, it can be a very useful tool. Quntis’s HY214 Pro light bar easily attaches to curved and flat screen monitors. Its length can extend from 15.7 to 20.1 inches. It offers 3 modes for focused and ambient lighting. The control puck lets you adjust the brightness of the bar from your desk. There are 88 LED beads for front lighting and 55 beads for backlighting on this device.
Pros
- Reduces glare from the screen
- Remote control
- Backlighting
Cons
- Not the most premium build quality
Logitech Webcam C270
One of the advantages of having a home office setup is that you no longer have to rely on your laptop’s built-in webcam for meetings. You can easily upgrade your video feed with an external webcam. Logitech C270 is one of the best around. This offers 720p video call quality at 30fps with a diagonal 55° field of view. The built-in microphone has a 1.5 metre range. You can set this webcam on a shelf or clip it to your monitor. You can also change the lighting settings for a punchier image quality with more contrast.
Pros
- Clip mechanism
- HD footage
- Affordable
Cons
- No tilt option
Samsung M5 Smart Monitor
The M5 smart monitor from Samsung can also act as a TV. Its embedded apps and Smart TV interface give it the appearance of the real thing. The monitor has built-in OTT apps like Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV, and more. Additionally, you can access a diverse range of live TV channels from Samsung TV Plus. The monitor has a 27-inch LED with a 1,920 x 1,080p resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. There’s HDR10 support onboard. There are 2 HDMI and 2 USB ports on the device. Its bezel-less design makes the viewing experience immersive.
Pros
- Vivid picture quality
- Smart TV interface
- Samsung TV Plus
Cons
- Not the best sound quality
Logitech MX Master 3S Mouse
A well-designed ergonomic mouse can reduce hand fatigue by a considerable factor. If you work for long hours at your desk, you need to take the ergonomic factor into account. The Logitech MX Master 3S wireless mouse is sculpted for comfort and is one of the best devices you can buy for your home office. The ridge on the right side of the mouse acts as a cushion for the thumb. The vertical scroll wheel is easily reachable from this ridge. The clicks on this mouse are very quiet. The powerful 8,000 DPI sensor at the heart of the device can track relentlessly even on challenging surfaces. The Free Spin mode for the scroll wheel lets you breeze past pages and spreadsheets with utmost ease. Read our Logitech MX Master 3S review to learn more about the mouse.
Pros
- Can connect to three devices
- Superior scrolling experience
- Accessible buttons and enhanced functionality
Cons
- Not designed for left-handed use
Logitech MX Mechanical Wireless Keyboard
The Logitech MX mechanical wireless keyboard is one of the best tech products you can buy for your home office. It uses linear switches that deliver a nice tactile response without being outwardly loud. The low-profile keys have great ergonomic value. The smart illumination tech automatically lights up the keys as soon as your hands approach the keyboard. The brightness of the backlight adapts to the surrounding lighting conditions. The MX mechanical wireless keyboard can be paired with up to 3 devices at once. It comes with a Logi Bolt receiver in the box. On a full charge, this keyboard can last up to 15 days. With the backlighting turned off, the battery life jumps to 10 months. For more details, read our review of the Logitech MX Mechanical Wireless Keyboard.
Pros
- Good looks
- Great ergonomics
- Long battery life
Cons
- Pricey
Sony ULT Wear
You need a pair of noise-cancelling headphones to tune out the surrounding noise while working in your home office. The wireless headphones in Sony’s ULT series are a good pick. They use Sony’s in-house V2 chip to intelligently neutralise the undesirable sounds. The padded ear cushions around the earcups offer a comfortable and airtight fit. The touch controls make it easy to switch between ANC and transparency modes. The 40mm drivers on these headphones put out a warm and dynamic audio output. The call quality in an indoor setting is excellent. On a full charge, these headphones offer a battery life of up to 50 hours (ANC turned off). For more details, read our Sony ULT Wear review.
Pros
- Comfortable fit
- Dynamic soundstage
- Powerful ANC
Cons
- Doesn’t need the ULT button for added bass
Logitech MX Vertical Wireless Mouse
If you spend long hours working the mouse on your desk, muscle fatigue is bound to happen. For users who suffer from tired wrists and arms at the end of each work day, Logitech has a wonderful ergonomic solution. The MX Vertical wireless mouse reduces muscular activity by 10% compared to a standard mouse. The 57° vertical angle reduces the strain on wrists and allows the user to complete their tasks in a handshake position. The mouse is equipped with a 4,000 DPI high-precision optical sensor and comes with a wireless USB receiver in the box.
Pros
- Ergonomic design
- Easy to use
- Reduces muscle strain
Cons
- Bit pricey
D-Link DIR-825 Router
A fast and reliable internet connection is the cornerstone of every home office setup. For this, you need a powerful router to disperse the WiFi signal to every room without compromising its strength. The D-Link DIR-825 is one of the best routers you can buy without spending an exorbitant amount of money. This router has 4 high-gain omnidirectional antennas to manage its signal dispersion. It supports a dual-band network, offering a 300MB/s speed on 2.4GHz and 867MB/s on 5GHz. There is 1 Gigabit WAN port and 4 Gigabit LAN ports on this router.
Pros
- Omnidirectional antennas
- Dual network support
- Good coverage
Cons
- Common design
Oakter Mini UPS
If you don’t want to lose internet connectivity during a power cut, get a mini UPS for your WiFi router. The Oakter Mini UPS is one of the best options for your home office. This UPS takes no time to install and follows a plug-and-play mechanism. On a full charge, it can offer up to 4 hours of backup. Its intelligent battery management system charges the device when it is on standby. As soon as there is a power cut, this device seamlessly steps up and starts powering the router. Since the router does not turn off in this process, there is no loss of signal, and you don’t have to wait for it to reboot. Read our Oakter Mini UPS review to learn more about the device.
Pros
- Easy installation
- 4-hour backup
- Affordable
Cons
- Does not have a battery level indicator
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Final Thoughts
These are the top 10 essential devices and tech products for your home office setup. While they don’t fall into the ‘tech products’ umbrella, an ergonomic desk and chair are possibly the most essential components of your home office. If you need recommendations, let us know in the comments!
