5 Amazon Desk Gadgets You’ll Use Every Day – BGR

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Those who sit at a desk for extended periods of time know that having the right setup is important. While Amazon is home to a variety of gadgets that can help you say goodbye to a cluttered desk, it’s also a place you can find devices for daily use. Whether it’s a desk for home, the office, or school, there’s a lot available through the e-commerce giant, and we wanted to look at those that are interesting, notable, or just plain cool. 

From portable desk fans and a clever headset holder to fun desktop lamps, each device on this list has received at least a 4-star rating from customers on Amazon. We kept ourselves on a budget, so none of the items available below cost more than $35. If you find yourself ordering from Amazon frequently, it may be time to consider some of the hidden Amazon Prime membership perks that become available after enrolling.

The Poocci Personal Desk Fan goes for $34.99, though it is frequently on sale. With a 5.7-inch height and 7.1-inch width, the size of the fan makes it ideal for desks. It’s a gadget that can make working from home more pleasant, and while the small size means it’s portable, you will need to find an outlet for power. Featuring a retro design and brown sandalwood finish, this twin-turbine fan doesn’t rely on blades to move air. 

There are three speeds, which are controllable through a single knob, and it pulls 30 watts of power. As for noise level, the Poocci fan registers just three decibels. Along with Amazon noting that the Poocci Personal Desk Fan has fewer returns than similar items, it holds a 4.5-star rating from over 3,260 reviews. The fan is an Amazon’s Choice item and customers appreciate it for the powerful airflow, small size, and ease of use. However, buyers do appear divided on how quiet the fan is.

A good desk item, like the Shashibo Shape Shifting Box Fidget Toy, can offer a little reprieve from the seriousness of work. It retails for $27.99 and is offered in a variety of color and pattern options, including themes such as mystic oceans, moons, and under the sea. With the ability to shift into over 100 different shapes, this fidget toy features 36 magnets that are sealed within. Users can start with simple shapes and move toward more complex designs using the internal magnets. Shashibo also offers free video tutorials through an app.

Sitting at #70 on Amazon’s list of best-selling toys and games, the Shashibo Shape Shifting Box holds a 4.6-star rating across over 77,245 reviews. An Amazon’s Choice item, customers appreciate the fidget toy for its variety of shapes, build quality, and for helping with ADHD. On the other hand, some buyers find the noise the magnets make to be distracting. Of course, there are more fidget toys, perfect for the techie in your life, available on Amazon should you want more options for gadgets you’ll use every day.

The Cozoo Under Desk Headset Holder is available on Amazon for $17.99 and aims to reduce the amount of clutter on your desk. It comes in a variety of colors, including pink, white, and space grey for those with a flair for design.

The Cozoo system can hold two sets of headphones, though it’s also capable of hanging smartwatches or bags with a max load of 11 pounds. The arms on this holder have notches so you can manage cables when they’re not in use. There are three USB ports — two USB-A and one USB-C — which can deliver up to 4 amps of power. It’s also worth noting that the device is mounted with 3M tape or screws, and requires 120V AC power.

Along with being an Amazon’s Choice item, the Cozoo Under Desk Headset Holder holds a 4.5-star rating and has over 4,700 reviews. Customers appreciate the sturdy build quality, USB charging speeds, and overall functionality. However, more than one customer recommends installing it with screws over using the included adhesive. This minimalist monitor stand can further reduce clutter on the top of your desk.

Old iPads can be ideal secondary displays for your desk, adding valuable screen real estate, and the Lisen Adjustable Tablet Stand is a great way to keep it in place and ready for every day use. Compatible with devices measuring between 4.7 and 12.9 inches, the Lisen stand is composed of aluminum and alloy steel, offers 360 degrees of rotation, and costs $21.99. Featuring four different points for adjustment, it also comes with an adjustment tool for keeping your setup how you want it.

 Additionally, this Lisen gadget features a foldable design, so that it can be easily stored when not in use. On Amazon, the tablet stand has a 4.5-star rating from more than 5,100 user reviews. Customers like its functionality, sturdiness, and versatility. However, some users felt that that Lisen’s tablet stand looked bigger online than it really is.

Surely there’s nothing wrong with using something fun every day, and the $12.99 Qanyi Rechargeable Toaster Desk Lamp has a face that’s hard to say no to. While the primary function of this lamp is to illuminate, there are choices for a green, yellow, or pink design and an optional built-in digital clock. 

Featuring an 800mAh battery that can be charged via USB-C, the fully charged lamp can run for up to six hours at max brightness or 120 hours with low brightness. Qanyi says the LED light is soft and diffuses uniformly, and that the single button can be used to adjust brightness or turn it on and off. There is also a timer function.

Along with being an Amazon’s Choice item, Qanyi’s Rechargeable Toaster Desk Lamp boasts an average 4.7-star rating across 3,490 reviews. The lamp’s brightness, and solid charge time are liked by owners, and for just being a fun item to have in the office. However, several customers say the toaster lamp was smaller than expected. Though it just misses the cutoff for being a cheap gadget under $10, this lamp may still have the charm to find its way on to your desk.

Along with an item needing to serve am actual purpose, we based this list of every day gadgets on user reviews. Each device has received at least a 4-star rating out of five, with thousands, if not tens of thousands, reviews. Bonus points were given if an item had the Amazon’s Choice seal of approval. We also did our best to keep each item in this selection reasonably priced as well, at no more than $35.