Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!

Essential Home Office Setup: 23 Must-Have Items for Professionals

Purple Star emoji 26 items
Everything you need for a productive home office setup. From high-performance computers and laptops to tablets, phones, and essential accessories - build a workspace that works as hard as you do
Sections
5
 
 
 
 
 

Desks

For the professional desk set up at home.

 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Adjustable desk for home or office. Sit or stand, improve comfort, and keep energy up during calls, typing, and deep work.
Adjustable Standing Desk
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
L shaped desk for clean organization. Dedicated space for a monitor hub, paperwork trays, and a safe coffee spot.
L Shaped Desk
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Simple desk that can hold your computer and your essentials.
Modern Computer Desk, Simple 42 inch Home Office Desk Study Table Writing ...
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
For the gamer at heart - here are some great gamer desks.
Amazon.com: Gaming Desk

Seats

 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Hands down, best seats out there, to ensure you are comfortable and looks professional.
Best Office Chairs For Long Hours
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Gaming chairs for streamers. Quiet movement, camera-ready design, and all-day comfort on and off air.
Gaming Chair
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Make your office fun with a beenie bag to relax, and game with when you need to spice it up.
Bean Bag Chair

Powerhouse Computers, Laptops, Tablets & Phones

The brains of your operation. Whether you need desktop power or portability, these machines deliver. Stay connected and productive on the go with these reliable devices
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
If you are looking for a desktop computer, choose here.
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Desktop Computers
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
I've used this computer for more than 18 months and the color accuracy is unmatched for design work, and daily use.
Hp 360 - A laptop and tablet in one
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Start with your cellphone. Any with a good camera will do. Smile, phone and you can start now!
Galaxy Cell Phones | Shop All Smartphones | Samsung US
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Have a secondary screen to watch your broadcast, read comments if you are are streaming with your phone.
Samsung tablet to watch your livestream
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
If you do not use Windows based laptops, try a Mac. They are simple to use.
Apple: Mac Laptops
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
If you don't want to switch from Apple, check out the new Apple phones
Iphone Pro Max

Essential Accessories

The finishing touches that take your setup from functional to exceptional
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Get a phone stand WITH a RING LIGHT if possible. so you get two in one. Lighting is EVERYTHING!!!
Ring Light Phone Holder
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Make sure you get your streaming lights, for your background. So that you catch your audience attention as they are scrolling.
Background Lights For Streaming
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Light weight microphone option, that comes with 3 MICROPHONES especially great for interviewing multiple people.
Hollyland Lark M2 Wireless Mic for iPhone & Android
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
You may need to plug multiple devices in, so get a usb hub later after you have began streaming and adding devices.
Usb Hub To Hdmi
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
IF its a phone stand, or a laptop stand, make sure it can cool your device, because long streams will heat up your devices.
Laptop Stand With Cooling Fan
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
If you have a space, get a great microphone, your audio is VERY IMPORTANT. Quality is key.
SUDOTACK USB Condenser Podcast Microphone
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Having a wireless keyboard makes it easy for you type, especially if you have multiple screens
SEENDA Keyboards & Mice
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Ensure you have a rechargeable bluetooth mouse, so you can right click easy and not worry about hidden menu's
Rechargeable Mouse
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Ensure your place feels like you, surround it with things you love, from collectables, to books, anything that makes you happy and is not deemed “illegal”/ banned by the streaming platform.
Collectible Toys: Trading Cards & Statues
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
You can buy some books and have them around, if thats what you love. Just make sure you are comfortable and happy while you stream.
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Literature & Fiction

Guidance on how to set it up.

 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
This WSJ video is gold - a certified ergonomics expert breaks down the perfect desk setup in under 4 minutes. She covers everything from monitor height to the proper way to use under-desk drawers. I've sent this to at least 10 friends who complained ...
Ergonomics Expert Explains How to Set Up Your Desk | WSJ Pro Tip | Irfan ...
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
"Matt D'Avella is the king of minimalist productivity - he directed the 'Minimalism' documentary and his workspace videos are oddly inspiring. This isn't just about buying stuff; it's about intentional design and only keeping what serves you. Warning...
Matt D'Avella - My Minimalist Workspace
 
Elizabeth Ndungu profile picture
Ever wonder why your neck hurts after a full day of Zoom calls? This video shows the 5 most common posture mistakes people make - and I was guilty of at least 3 of them. Quick watch, easy fixes, and the diagrams make everything super clear. Wish I'd ...
5 Ways You're Sitting Wrong at Your Desk - Computer Desk Setup Ergonomics