Hybrid working has changed what people expect from their home office. Desks now need to support multiple devices, long days, and flexible working, without feeling cluttered or clinical.
From charging and connectivity to focus, comfort, and sound, these five gadgets blend function with design, making them well-judged gadgets for home-office workers.
Krafted Connex £29.99 from Kraftedtech.com
With most home workers now using several devices each day, from laptops, smartphones, tablets, earbuds, cameras, and power banks, charging and connectivity have become increasingly fragmented.
Krafted Connex is a compact cable adaptor hub designed to simplify daily connections. Instead of carrying multiple charging cables with different connectors, Connex brings them together into a single, portable solution. It supports a range of connection types whilst offering standard charging, PD charging, and data transfer.
Although the industry is gradually moving toward USB-C, many consumers still own devices that require different connectors. Connex addresses this overlap, reducing the need for multiple cables and helping avoid tangles, damage and missing connections. Connect USB A, USB C, Micro USB and switch effortlessly between each on one handy device.
Available in charcoal or jade, it is designed to be used both at the desk and on the move.
Plant With Willow Starter Pack £34.99 from PlantWithWillow.co.uk
Plant With Willow is aimed at home workers who want the benefits of plants without the uncertainty of plant care. The Starter Pack centres around a smart plant sensor that monitors soil moisture, light levels, and feeding requirements.
The sensor provides clear guidance on when to water, feed or, get sunlight to plants, making it particularly useful for busy working days or spaces where plants are often overlooked.
TRIDO, The Style 28-piece set £109 from TRIDO.uk
TRIDO The Style is a magnetic construction set designed for adults, positioned as a premium desk object rather than a toy. It is often used during short breaks to help reset focus during mentally demanding work.
The hands-on process of assembling and reassembling pieces encourages a shift away from screens, which many users find helpful when dealing with writer’s block or creative fatigue. Once complete, the final design is intended to remain on display as a sculptural desk piece.
Its focus on materials and form has made it particularly popular in executive offices and creative home workspaces.
Krafted Couch £39.99 from Kraftedtech.com
Krafted Couch is a wireless charging pad designed around how people actually work at home, not just at a desk, but across chairs and sofas.
Unlike traditional wireless chargers that assume a fixed setup, Couch can be used on the arm of an office chair, laid flat on a desk, or placed on a sofa arm during more relaxed working sessions. This makes it particularly suited to hybrid working days, where people move between spaces while still relying on their phone.
With around 70% of home workers using their phone to reply to emails, schedule social posts, and take video calls, keeping devices charged without trailing cables has become increasingly important. Couch allows users to place their phone down and charge it wirelessly, without needing to plug it in each time.
Available in matcha, latte, or deep blue, it combines charging functionality with a soft, considered design that fits naturally into both work and living spaces.
EXG Pro Deadpool Buds Pro Bundle £49.99 from EXGPro.com
The Deadpool Buds Pro combines practical audio technology with a distinctive desk presence. The product includes wireless earbuds designed for taking calls, joining meetings, and listening to playlists during the working day.
When not in use, the Deadpool figure acts as a dedicated holder for the earbuds, keeping them stored neatly on the desk rather than lost in drawers or pockets. This makes switching between calls and music easier during busy workdays.
The combination of functional earbuds and character-led design appeals to home workers looking for reliable audio equipment with a little style.
