I’ve tested dozens of items to perfect my work-from-home setup. These 13 make all the difference
A Guardian tech writer shares a curated set of tried-and-tested products for improving a work-from-home setup, drawn from seven years of refining their own home office and testing dozens of items. The list covers monitors, input devices, audio equipment and accessories aimed at boosting comfort and productivity for remote workers who need more than just a laptop on a kitchen table.
Recommendations include an LG UltraGear 27in monitor (or cheaper AOC and premium Dell QD-OLED alternatives), the Logitech MX Master 3S mouse and MX Keys S keyboard, and Sonos Ace headphones at $299, alongside budget picks such as Baseus Inspire XH1 headphones. For audio, the writer favours the $43 Creative Pebble V3 desktop speakers and the Marshall Emberton 2 or newer Emberton 3 Bluetooth speaker at $129. The piece also touches on webcam options, including using an iPhone via Apple's Continuity Camera feature.
– Recommends an LG UltraGear 27in monitor, with AOC and Dell alternatives – Logitech MX Master 3S mouse and MX Keys S keyboard for comfort and precision – Sonos Ace headphones ($299) preferred over Apple, Bose, Sony and JBL rivals – Creative Pebble V3 speakers ($43) and Marshall Emberton 2/3 for audio – iPhone Continuity Camera suggested as a webcam alternative
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Working from home means doing paid work from a home office or another space at home, often using a laptop and internet connection. A suitable setup can include a separate monitor, keyboard and mouse, as well as equipment for calls and listening to audio.
The products discussed are made by companies including LG, Logitech, Sonos and Creative, with options at different prices. Features such as screen size, comfort and sound quality can affect how well equipment suits someone’s work, while an iPhone can also serve as a webcam using Apple’s Continuity Camera.