Cool Office Gadgets For Your Desk (31 Examples)

Ever stumbled upon a gadget that made you go, “Where has this been all my office life?” You’re not alone.

There’s this unspoken thrill in finding cool office gadgets that mesh seamlessly with our daily grind. They’re like silent heroes; transforming mundane tasks into a breeze.

Now, let’s be honest. The usual desk gig? Sometimes, it’s as stimulating as watching paint dry. But imagine an arsenal of sleek, smart, and just plain fun gizmos waiting at your battle station.

Here’s the scoop: By the time you’re done with this article, you’ll be the office wizard. We’re diving deep into the latest high-tech office tools and workspace comfort products, all designed to catapult your productivity into the stratosphere.

From ingenious ergonomic chairs to ambient lighting that adapts to your mood, we’re about to unveil items that’ll make that 9-to-5 dance fly by.

Stick around – it’s show and tell, with a side of awe!

Check out these cool office gadgets

Regardless of the type of technology you’re looking for, you’ll be overwhelmed by an array of cool office gadgets and applications.

Feel free to forget about outdated desk caddies and pencil sharpeners – office operations are on a good way to become easier and fully digitized!

Everlasting Comfort Office Foot Rest for Under Desk

The first of these cool desktop gadgets is this neat footrest.

Made with premium memory foam, the footrest under the desk uses your own body heat to soften and conform around your feet for total comfort.

The flat ground creates unwanted pressure points on your feet, legs, and hips. Get pain relief by using this under desk footrest.

Sitting at your desk for extended periods can lead to numbness and discomfort in your legs and feet. This under desk footrest improves circulation, keeping the pain away.

Your feet and legs should be angled so that your hips, back, and shoulders are aligned. With this footrest for under the desk, your feet are lifted into the correct position.

The teardrop-shaped footrest is designed to contour to your foot’s natural arch, reducing discomfort and fatigue in this often forgotten area of the body.

Yikor Tihoo Desktop Vacuum Cleaner

Why do you need this Portable Desktop Keyboard Vacuum Sweeper:

Simply, to save your time from cleaning annoying crumb dust on your desk/sofa/dinner table/counter, etc.

Why this one:

1. Helpful and convenient:

Powerful suction ability can help you save more energy and time after the whole day’s tired working.

Low noise mute design will give you a quiet relaxed environment while cleaning. It is a very good housework helper for you.

2.Portable & Cordless:

Lightweight mini handheld vacuum cleaner, cordless design makes it pretty handy, you can use it anytime anywhere

3.Multi-function & Wide application:

– Vacuum hidden dust in the gap of the keyboard, air conditioner’s air vent; Vacuum the cigarette ash, bread crumbs, paper or pencil scraps on the desk both at home or office

– Vacuum pet hair on the sofa, food crumbs in the pet house

– Vacuum dust, cigarette ash in car

– Vacuum the particles in makeup bags, other small scraps in the handbag

YSAGi Multifunctional Office Desk Pad

This office desk pad is another one of these useful and cool office gadgets. It has different colors on each side, the same material for all the mats, a special design to use on both sides, 2 in 1 desk pad, just turn it over and you can utilize it.

Easy to Clean: made of heavy-duty and durable PU leather, just use a cloth to wipe it, very easy to clean, wet cloth would be preferred if there is too much dirt in the mat.

Wide Surface Usage: Size of 31.5″ x 15.7″, large enough to accommodate your laptop, mouse, and keyboard.

Protect Your Desk: Waterproof, oil-proof, protect your glass/wooden desktop from scratches, stains, and spills.

No Need for Mouse Pad: No unpleasant smell, tasteful synthetic leather adds elegance to your workspace. The surface can be used as a mouse pad, a comfortable resting surface for your hands while writing, typing, and using the mouse.

LapGear Home Office Lap Desk

One of the best office gadgets? You bet.

The Home Office Lap Desk is designed for those who are ready to take their work activities to the next level. Step away from the office and take a seat in your favorite chair.

Designed to make your workflow more efficient, this desk always delivers comfortable productivity. The versatile design of this product can also substitute for a bed desk or a tv tray! Great for laptops up to 15.6″.

SZYAN Computer Arm Rest

This armrest support is suitable for desktops up to 1.9″(5cm) thick, convenient to use from home to office, desk to chair.

Surface Made of ABS material with padded memory foam, comfortable and durable, minimizes your wrist and shoulder strain.

This desk gadget reduces arm pressure and eliminates the muscles tension in the neck, arms, and shoulders.

Ergonomic human engineering design, fully 180° rotating, you can choose the most comfortable angle for yourself, protect wrist commendably.Since this armrest is made of ABS material, it means that it can be made by yourself on any 3D printer, whether it is an industrial 3D printer for miniatures with a thinner print or a home 3D printer for beginners, but with a more visible print line.

Hbada Office Chair

Simple & Elegant – Sleek design and simple adjustment mid-back desk chair. Match different decorative styles.

Flip-up Arms – Space-saving flip-up arms for different situations. When it is empty, you can put it under your desk.

Height Adjustable – Chair height is adjustable, you can adjust it to your preferred height and perfect the sitting position.

Tilt Lever – Push in to lock in an upright position, pull out to activate rocking motion.

Stable & durable: Heavy-duty base with smooth and silenced rolling casters, Max Capacity 250lbs.

Gimars Superfine Fiber Widen Memory Foam Set

The next one of these desk gadgets is the Gimars foam set. Gimars keyboard and mouse padding provide your wrist to rest on, firmness and support.

Fits most computers or notebooks, improves hand and wrist posture, rest your elbows on a cushion instead of the desk, keeps your wrist from getting hurt and carpal tunnel syndrome, relaxing and comfortable use such as home and office, more care with your hand and wrist.

ComfiLife Gel Enhanced Seat Cushion

Transform any chair into a premium seat with the Best Gel Enhanced Memory Foam Seat Cushion on the market! Great for home, office chair, desk chair, car seat, wheelchair, and anywhere you sit. Working from home or studying will be more comfortable than ever with the addition of ComfiLife Seat Cushion to your chair.

Sitting for extended hours on a chair can take a toll on your back, neck, and hips. ComfiLife Gel-Enhanced Seat Cushion is an exceptional multipurpose product if you are looking for a natural solution for back pain and sciatica relief or just everyday comfort while sitting. U-shaped cut out recommended by physicians around the world, relieves pressure on the tailbone ad help relieve back pain.

AMERIERGO Dual Monitor Stand Riser

This 43″ dual monitor stand riser AEMS01 might be helpful for you.

With the longest dimension of 43*10.6*3.5″, you could put a monitor on the stand, with a keyboard, mouse underneath, it is a perfect desk organizer for home & office use.

And it could provide comfortable working angles and sitting positions that relieve your eye strain and your back pain.

Ergonomic Laptop stand for desk

If You are having issues with your back then you are at the right place, The UPRYZE ergonomic laptop stand is compatible and will work perfectly for all MacBook and laptops of all sizes from 10-inch tablets to 17-inch laptops including MacBook Air, Pro, 10, 13, 15, 15.6 and 17-inch laptops. You can use it while sitting or standing. With its cool design, it even keeps your laptop cool so that it doesn’t overheat.

The UPRYZE Laptop stand is one of the best desk gadgets and was designed as an amazing adjustable computer stand that can easily be adjusted for any zoom conference meeting, watching videos, gaming or can even be used for cooking as a cookbook stand. it’s just an amazing gifted notebook stand. The UPRYZE computer stand was specially designed so that you don’t have to use a standing desk in addition to your regular desk which will keep your office cluttered.

The UPRYZE Computer stand can be used as a portable standing desk and can be adjusted accordingly, the top base rises until 20 inches from the floor of the stand and the arm extends up to 13 inches, in addition, the arm has 20 different arms lengths to be adjusted according to your needs, with the UPRYZE portable stand you can just use it when you decide to and easily pack it away when you sit down.

Small Glass Desktop Whiteboard Dry-Erase-Board

Maximize your work area with another one of these cool office desk gadgets. The desktop whiteboard is designed to sit perfectly between a keyboard and monitor and is slope angled for comfortable reading and writing, or typing when you are using it as a keyboard stand.

TSJ OFFICE mini desktop computer pad comes with a smooth and durable temple glass dry erase writing surface. This white board allows you to write and wipes clean with ease over and over. Our easel whiteboard always stays white and easy to read.

COSORI Coffee Warmer & Mug Set

The stainless steel retains heat more effectively than other mugs, making it the perfect pairing to the coffee warmer. This is one of the tech desk accessories that you should get if you keep forgetting about your coffee or tea while working and you end up with a cold mug.

Choose the heating plate temperature from 77°–230℉ / 25°–110℃, and maintain a beverage temperature of up to 77°–158°F/25°-70℃. All temperature readings are accurate within 1 degree. You can also easily switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

Enjoy the stainless steel coffee warmer’s reliable performance with one-touch controls, waterproof design, and a PI film heating element. Compatible with AC 100–240V, 50–60Hz outlets.

Built from 304 Food-Grade Stainless Steel, the 17-ounce mug features a heat-resistant handle and rubber sleeve to protect your hands.

BEVA Power Strip Tower Surge Protector

BEVA is a professional power strips manufacturer that has been established for more than 10 years. We have professional testing facilities and strong technical team support. Our products have a wide range of applications, good quality, reasonable prices, and stylish designs, and are widely used in homes, offices, hotels, and other industries. They have been widely recognized and trusted by many users.

Shiatsu Back Neck and Shoulder Massager

This one falls into the cool home office gadgets, for sure. I don’t see you using one at the office, with your colleagues and your boss around you.

Want to get a cozy neck, shoulder, and back massage in your home or office? This shiatsu massager with 8 deep-kneading rotating nodes gives the feeling of a real human hand massage. This neck massager provides you with pleasure and comfort massage. All you have to do is sit down, press the ‘On’ button, and simply let your stress melt away.

Headphone Stand with USB Charger

One of the coolest office gadgets that keep your working area tidy. Keeps your headphones out of sight & easy to reach and Can hold two sets of headphones. 3 Port Smart USB Charger: detects your device automatically to deliver its fastest possible charge speed up to 2.4 amps per port or 4 amps overall.

SafeGuard: Fire-resistant and hardened plastic outer shell for durability, build-in premium circuitry, and microchip ensure device safety, UL Tested.

USB Clock Fan with Real Time Display Function

This one is among the modern office gadgets that you could get. If it’s useful or not to you, you decide. It looks neat, though.

Magnetic Levitating UFO Bluetooth Speaker and Table Lamp

The Levitating Bluetooth Speaker provides amazing sound and it’s a unique, portable, and multifunctional speaker, with high-quality manufacturing quality and safe outer packaging.

Impressive and unique UFO shape&table lamp base, with LED light strip, to provide you with a romantic music atmosphere. UFO speakers can be used independently and are easy to carry, taking you on an unforgettable journey.

Rain Design mStand Laptop Stand

Designed to uplift. Made of a single sturdy piece of aluminum, mStand transforms your laptop into a stylish workstation with its elegant curves and silver-anodized finish. The single piece design solidly holds a laptop while the aluminum panel acts as a heat sink to keep the laptop cool.

A cable hole in the back of the stand routes wires to reduce clutter. Ergonomics Long-term use of a laptop as the main computing device can strain the body as the user hunches down to see the screen and type.

mStand raises the screen 5.9 inches (150 mm) to meet the user’s eye level, thus promoting better posture, while its tilt design brings the screen closer for easier viewing.

With an external keyboard and mouse, mStand creates an ideal ergonomic desktop setup for laptop users. Compatible with all sizes of Apple MacBook, MacBook Pro. Also fits most 14″ standard PC and 15″ widescreen PC with depths not more than 10.4 inches.  This is one of the cool computer gadgets you’d place on any wishlist.

TechMatte Apple Pencil Charging Dock/Stand

If you are looking for a cool thing to have on your desk, the TechMatte Apple Pencil Charging dock allows you to place your Apple Pencil into a stylish aluminum holder. Charge your pencil on our sleek charger rather than having messy cables cluttering your desk.

Remove your pencil cap and place the pencil down into the connector portion of the stand. Place your cap into the cap holder section of the stand.

When fully charged and not in use place the pencil on the cap hold of the stand until you are ready for further use.  Certainly a great desk tech.

Under-Desk Headphone Stand

Looking for handy gadgets to create order out of chaos?  Get rid of cord clutter on your desk and have easy access to your headphones with the Anchor. Mounts in seconds and holds ultra-strong with the same adhesive GoPro uses. Flexible silicone construction protects your headphones and won’t hurt if you ever bump it with your knee.

If you ever need to remove the Anchor and it is holding too strong – just heat it up with a hairdryer and the adhesion will soften. The 3M VHB (Very High Bond) adhesive will hold with over 40 pounds of adhesion to clean and finished surfaces.

It will not hold to unfinished wood, bare MDF, or if the surface feels fibrous. If the bottom of your desk isn’t finished, it is recommended either put some finish on (polyurethane works well) or screw it in.

FEZIBO Dual Motor Height Adjustable Electric Standing Desk

The FEZIBO height adjustable desk helps create a healthier work environment by allowing you to move throughout your day.

Switching between sitting and standing throughout a long workday provides several health benefits for the body, such as increased blood flow and enhanced posture. Standing throughout the day also keeps the mind alert and productive while you work.

If you want to ensure your feet are taken care of as well while standing during your workday, Protalus shoe inserts are another must-have you might want to consider.

Universal Touch Screen Pen

Another one of the cool desk gadgets presented in this article is the Stylus. It is 100% compatible with all capacitive touchscreen devices; Apple, Android, and Windows Smartphone and 5V Tablet; (Compatible with Apple iPad 1 and 2, iPhone, iPod, Kindle Fire, Kindle Touch, Motorola Xoom Tablet, Galaxy, and Blackberry Playbook Virtuoso Touch).

Due to the non-durable nature of the capacitive touchscreen (iPad, smartphones, etc.) the tip has to be soft. Treat the stylus like a small, soft-tipped paint brush and stroke the screen. If the tip is collapsing or if you tore the tip off quickly, then you trying to write with the stylus versus stroking the screen.  One of those cool gadgets to have for your touchscreen.

LCD Writing tablet

LCD Writing Tablet uses high technology flexible liquid crystal technology，depends on pressure sensing to display text, pictures, and graphics. It can be erased over 500000 times. You don’t need to use an eraser, just press the button, the screen will be clean again. Save much much paper! Save many many trees!

It’s very thin, just 0.18-inch thickness. It’s very light, just 3.9 ounces. Just use the plastic pen to write on the board, or use other small plastic material. Then erase with the button.  This is one of those awesome office gadgets for the environmentally conscious person.

Cable Management System

CableDrop Multi is a self-adhesive, multi-cable clip that keeps charging cables and connectors anchored where you need them. CableDrop Multi keeps up to 4 charging cables anchored and prevents cords from slipping away, behind desks, under nightstands and off of flat surfaces.

The two outer channels have a looser grip for cables that you take in and out frequently. The two inner channels have a tighter grip for cables you rarely remove to stay put. CableDrop Multi uses a semi-permanent (3M) adhesive tape to stay put on flat surfaces.

Want more office gadgets?

We still have a few more.

Cryptex USB Flash Drive

Another one of these cool desk accessories is Cryptex.

Cryptex is a special container which has mechanical combination lock (rotating rings with letters or digits), which people used hundreds of years ago to keep secrets. Inside the cylinder, there’s a container, where you can keep a piece of paper with secret data. Today it’s better to use a USB flash drive for data storage.

Cryptex USB flash drive was engineered in the accordance with original sketches of Leonardo Da Vinci. Mechanical combination lock protects your digital data. You need to know 5-digit code to get access to the USB flash drive hidden inside. The only one, who has the password can use it. A great way not only to protect the information but also to add an element of a game into everyday life. One of the excellent USB gadgets for the office.

Logitech HD Pro Webcam

Let’s take a look at another one of these cool computer gadgets.

With the Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920, you’ll be seen in more clarity and detail than ever before with Full HD 1080p video calling—the highest quality available. Enjoy vibrant, true to life video clips that capture the smallest details.

Faster, smoother, and compatible with more computers, H.264 encoding takes the pressure of compressing off your computer so you can enjoy quick uploads. The C920 goes above and beyond the typical webcam, offering amazing clarity and detail thanks to the five-element, Full HD glass lens, and precisely tuned autofocus. Dual mics capture natural stereo sound for superior audio.

Whatever your network, connect with everyone you care about through Full HD 1080p on Skype, and fluid HD 720p on FaceTime for Mac. You can also make high-quality video calls with Google Hangouts and nearly all other video-calling clients. Two mics with automatic noise reduction allow friends, family, and clients to hear the real you.  Cool office technology for the person who interacts online.

Wireless rechargeable document scanner

Doxie Q is the automatic document scanner reinvented for true mobility to let you scan anywhere — no computer required — with a rechargeable battery, collapsible automatic document feeder, included memory, integrated Wi-Fi, and included Mac, PC, and iOS apps. Doxie’s small size makes it easy to tuck it in your bag or a drawer when you’re done the scanning.

Engineered for ultimate simplicity, Doxie just works — no special drivers needed — simply flip Doxie open, insert your paper, and hit scan. Doxie’s automatic paper feeder scans stacks of up to 8 full-color pages at once at up to 600 dpi. Or, use Doxie’s direct feed slot to scan all your photos, receipts, cards, and fragile items.

Doxie makes it easy (and fun!) to go paperless. Doxie’s included Mac and PC apps let you sync scans via USB or Wi-Fi to your desktop to organize and create searchable multi-page PDFs with award-winning ABBYY® OCR technology. Save scans to your desktop, local apps, or your favorite cloud services — like Dropbox, Evernote, OneNote, and iCloud Drive. Or, sync scans to your iPhone or iPad with Doxie’s iOS app to save and share your scans wherever you are.  Definitely one of the must-have office items.

Older but still cool office gadgets that you should check out

The office is most of the time a cold and impersonal place that most of the times and that must be corrected.

You could do that by getting some cool desk gadgets to make you feel more at home or to entertain you during the working breaks.

In my opinion, the employer should buy some of these cool office gadgets cause in a way or another they actually increase work productivity.

A happy worker is an efficient worker. Tell that to your boss and slam this article in his face calling it “the Christmas wishlist”.

Cable Drop

Cabledrop can really blend in with your decor, use them hidden under ledges with the muted colors to match your furniture or bring them to light by using the bright ones. Beyond just preventing cables from falling off a desk, they make great cable clips on furniture legs or walls to control unruly cords.

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Ultimate Geek Pen

This high tech gadget has enough bells and whistles to make most geeks drool. Twist the metal tip one way and you get a ballpoint pen, twist it the other way and you get a stylus tip for use with PDAs and games. Press the top button to turn on the laser pointer, press the bottom button to cycle through the flashlight and UV light. The flashlight even comes with a flexible rod for precision aiming.  These make cool office toys for any geek!

USB Heating Blanket

Ever experience that feeling of freezing and slowing down your reaction when you are working in an air-conditioned room or in winter? Then USB Heating Blanket must suit your need. It has a warming pad inside.

Once you plug it into the USB port, it will be warming your body. You can also just place it on your legs to keep your legs warm. Do a great job de-frosting your body and great for those who live in cold places.  These blankets make cool office accessories during cold weather.

FAQ about cool office gadgets

What’s the latest must-have office gadget?

Oh, it’s all about wireless charging pads now. Drop your phone, and bam! It charges. No cords, no mess. Plus, they’re a sleek addition to any modern work environment. Keeps your space tidy and your devices juiced up. Efficiency meets style!

How do ergonomic chairs boost productivity?

Here’s the deal with ergonomic chairs—your back doesn’t scream by lunchtime. They adapt to you, not the other way around. That means more focus on work and less on the ache creeping up your spine. Office health and wellness start with a solid chair, trust me.

Can smart desks really make a difference?

Absolutely. They’re game-changers, switching from sitting to standing with a click. Your legs get a break, your posture check is in place, and hey, some even come with built-in USB hubs and ambient lighting. A desk that caters to your whims? Yes, please.

What’s the hype about noise-canceling headphones for office use?

Ever tried concentrating with chatter all around? These headphones are a bubble of silence. You get to zone in on your tasks, no distractions. It’s about creating a personal workspace comfort zone. Whether it’s a noisy office or a home setup, they’re bliss for your ears.

Are document scanners still relevant in today’s office?

They’re holding strong. Even with digital everything, sometimes you need hard copies digitalized—fast. Modern scanners are a breeze to use, super-efficient, and they save us from clutter. Plus, digital filing systems lean on them big time. Long live the scanner!

What are some cool gadgets that help with cable management?

Bid farewell to cable chaos, ’cause neat little docks and clips are here. They keep those pesky cables under check—no more wrestling matches with a jungle of cords. A clean desk equals a clean mind, and whoever said that knew about workspace organizers.

How do interactive whiteboards play into modern office settings?

Imagine a brainstorm session where everyone’s hooked, and ideas are flowing like a river. That’s your cue for interactive whiteboards. They encourage collaborative work like no other and make every meeting something to look forward to. Plus, they’re super slick looking on the wall.

Are there any cool office gadgets for organization?

You bet. Organizers that cling to your monitor, trays that nestle under the keyboard, and even smart file systems swear by the mantra: “A place for everything and everything in its place.” Your desk becomes a productivity hub – streamlined, efficient, ready for action.

In what ways do smart office solutions enhance office security?

Smart is the new strong when it comes to security. Gadgets come with fingerprint sensors and biometrics. They keep your workspace not just neat but secure too. You’re safeguarding data with tech that’s always one step ahead.

Why is it important to keep an eco-friendly perspective with office gadgets?

Here’s the kicker—being green is good for everyone. Eco-friendly gadgets cut down waste, save energy, and make you feel like you’re doing your bit for the planet. Plus, green often means innovative—like solar-powered calculators and bamboo keyboard stands. Who knew saving the planet could look so chic?

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