Build The Home Office Of Your Dreams With These Favorite Products

Creating the ideal home office setup involves careful consideration of each component, from ergonomic chairs to lighting that avoids harshness. Forbes Vetted Executive Editor Dave Johnson, a self-proclaimed gadget geek and technology journalist, shares five top product picks from the 2026 Forbes-Vetted Best Product Awards, chosen by their testers and editors to enhance home office experiences. First, the HP 960 Ergonomic Wireless Keyboard stands out with its split design and a separate number pad, offering significant customization for desk layouts. Testers praised the large keycaps and the high-density foam wrist rest with a gentle slope, promoting a more natural hand position. HP's internal testing suggests this design reduces forearm muscle activity by 19% and lateral wrist deviation by 60%, which aligns with tester feedback on the comfortable, quiet keys suitable for extended use. The keyboard also features 20 programmable keys, multi-device connectivity for up to three devices, and an impressive two-year battery life on a single charge. Next, the Remarkable Paper Pro is a digital writing tablet designed for a focused note-taking experience. Its large, backlit 11.8-inch display has a textured finish that mimics writing on paper. Unlike feature-rich tablets, the Paper Pro prioritizes simplicity to minimize distractions, allowing users to concentrate on their work. Notes can be easily shared via email, Slack, or cloud services. The tablet offers a curated selection of colors for writing and highlighting, which testers found to be a practical and aesthetically pleasing choice, despite their muted tones. The premium build quality includes an option for a genuine leather finish and a marker with a built-in eraser. The Herman Miller Sail chair was selected as the best office chair after testing 15 contenders. While a significant investment, its longevity, backed by a 12-year warranty, justifies the cost. The chair is highly customizable, with adjustable armrests and a unique harmonic tilt technology that provides balanced movement and support. Its shorter backrest, made of flexible elastomer strands, moves with the user. The open design integrates well with various decors, and there are numerous color options. Its breathability and ease of cleaning are significant advantages for those spending long hours in their office or prone to spills. For standing desks, the Branch Duo Standing Desk is highlighted for its seamless functionality. An OLED paddle controls the desk's height adjustment, and a built-in timer prompts users to change positions. The desk also supports a range of optional accessories, such as cable organizers, power strips, and monitor stands, enabling a truly personalized workspace. Testers found the optional shallow but spacious add-on drawer to be a "game changer" for storage. The desk boasts a clean, minimalistic design, suitable for smaller spaces, with customizable colors for the top and legs, and options to adjust the size. Finally, the Dyson SolarCycle Morph desk lamp is described as a dream for tech enthusiasts. Its smart capabilities allow the app to use location data to adjust color and brightness based on local weather and time, aiming to reduce eye strain. The lamp features an LED bulb on three articulating arms with 360-degree movement, making it versatile for task or indirect lighting. A notable feature is the ability to dock the arm for warm ambient lighting. The app can also be used to simulate a sunrise for gradual wake-up lighting. Testers consider it a worthwhile, albeit pricey, investment for full-time home office workers, available in black or white. These five products represent key areas for upgrading a home office, offering a blend of ergonomics, functionality, and smart technology. For more product recommendations, viewers are encouraged to explore the 2026 Forbes Vetted Best Product Awards.