22 Best Gifts for Remote Workers — Practical ideas to upgrade any home office

Engadget has gathered 22 gift ideas tailored for remote workers — items that boost comfort, productivity and enjoyment during the workday. Whether you’re shopping for a freelancer, hybrid employee or someone who’s fully remote, these picks cover a range of budgets and use cases.

Below are curated categories and representative recommendations to help you choose the right present quickly.

Ergonomics & furniture

• Ergonomic office chair or lumbar support cushion — helps long work sessions feel less tiring.
• Adjustable standing desk or desktop converter — allows sit/stand flexibility for better posture.
• Footrest or monitor riser — small upgrades that improve comfort and screen alignment.

Audio & video

• Noise‑cancelling headphones or quality earbuds — ideal for focus and calls.
• USB microphone or mic upgrade — great for clearer meetings and podcasts.
• 1080p/4K webcam and ring light — better video presence for important calls.

Desk gear & productivity

• Mechanical or ergonomic keyboard and comfortable mouse — tactile, reliable input tools.
• Multi‑port USB‑C hub or dock — consolidate peripherals and charging in one place.
• Portable monitor or tablet as a second screen — expands workspace for multitasking.
• Desk organizers, cable management and a wireless charger — tidy desk, tidy mind.

Power & connectivity

• High‑watt GaN chargers and power strips with USB ports — fast charging for laptops and phones.
• Reliable Wi‑Fi mesh nodes or a Wi‑Fi 6E router — keep video calls stable and fast.

Comfort & wellbeing

• Desk plants, smart lamps with adjustable color temperature, or a small space heater/fan — improve the office environment.
• Subscription gifts: meditation apps, noise‑masking or focus tools, or an education membership like MasterClass.

Gifts for specific remote roles

• For creators: external SSDs, audio interfaces, or a capture card.
• For managers: smart whiteboards, collaborative software subscriptions, or premium webcam setups for seamless meetings.
• For travelers: compact chargers, power banks with multiple ports, and travel‑friendly laptop stands.

How to pick the right gift

• Consider the recipient’s workspace limits (desk size, apartment vs. home office) before buying furniture or large items.
• Match specs: verify laptop wattage for chargers, monitor inputs for portable displays, and platform compatibility for subscriptions.
• Favor quality and warranties for gear that will be used daily — ergonomic and power accessories are worth investing in.

For the full curated lists and direct product recommendations, see the complete guide (opens in a new tab): Engadget: Best gifts for remote workers.

Discussion: Who on your list works from home — a gamer, a remote pro, a parent balancing kids — and which of these categories would help them the most?