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Domestic Diva Awards 2021: Everything You Need For The Perfect WFH Setup

Upgrade your WFH set-up with these home office essentials, from air purifiers to coffee machines, as voted by our readers and trusted by our editors

August 20, 2021
Domestic Diva Awards 2021 32 Essential Items To Make Working From Home More Comfortable

As working from home has become a normal part of our daily lives, why not set yourself up for success by making your remote workspace even more efficient and comfortable with these WFH essentials? Think: air purifiers and fans to help you (and the family) breathe easier, ergonomic chairs and standing desks to alleviate the discomfort of sitting at the keyboard all day, sleek gadgets to boost productivity, top-of-the-line water purifiers to keep you well hydrated, and efficient coffee makers that brew the perfect cuppa to get you through endless Zoom meetings. Also, we’re not forgetting tools like antibacterial wipes and sanitisers to keep your work area clean.

Need help narrowing down your options? You’re in luck – our Domestic Diva Awards is back (and now in its 12th year running!), featuring top-voted items by our readers and editors to make life at home easier. Ahead, a list of the best WFH essentials to own.

CLICK HERE for more Domestic Diva 2021 winners + great tips to keep a clean, organised and well-maintained home, even if you’re running on a tight schedule!

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Domestic Diva Awards 2021: Everything You Need For The Perfect WFH Setup
Best Laptop
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 Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Nano

Weighing just under a kilogram, this high-performing laptop makes remote working a breeze, and is packed with advanced cybersecurity features to ensure your data is kept protected and secure at all times.

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Best Customisable Ergonomic Office Chair
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Ergomeister Ergonomic Office Chair 8 Series FAEZ8ERG

From the headrest to lumbar support, this ergonomic office chair boasts a number of adjustable and intuitive features, to cater to your body’s needs. Its premium trademark mesh design ensures that air flows freely to keep you cool, even if you’re not in an air-conditioned room. 

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Best Ergonomic Office Chair
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Secretlab Omega 2020 Series

Although it’s known as a gaming chair, this ergonomic, PU leather-clad chair offers great support for anyone who sits for long hours. It combines luxury and comfort, and can recline almost fully for when you need to take a break.

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Best Ergonomic Office Chair (Editor’s Pick)
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Ikea Markus Office chair, Vissle dark grey

If you’re on a budget, the sturdy Markus offers good lumbar support, a breathable mesh backrest and a decent amount of adjustability, including the height and tilt of the chair. Check Ikea.sg for updates on availability.  

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Best Standing Desk
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Ergoworks Electric Height Adjustable Compact Rectangular Customisation Desk EW-0226F1

Reduce fatigue and boost blood circulation when you alternate between sitting and standing with the help of this excellently-crafted motorised standing desk. It elevates smoothly and silently – simply adjust to your preferred height by pressing a button! 

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Best Standing Desk (Editor’s Pick)
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Omnidesk Pro 2020

Elevate your workstation with this height-adjustable standing desk that’s even more stable than its predecessor and comes with a child-lock feature. Its signature smooth surface is designed for mouse tracking, so you don’t even need a mouse pad. 

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Best Countertop Water Filtration System
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CUCKOO Prince Top Water Purifier

With its ultra-slim design and gorgeous rose gold finish, this tankless water purifier takes up minimal space and adds a touch of glamour to your home. It’s packed with innovative and state-of-the-art technology to give you cleaner, mild alkaline water that’s rich in minerals, and can dispense both hot and cold water depending on your needs. 

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Best Water Filter Pitcher
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Novita HydroPlus Water Pitcher NP2290

You’ll definitely remember to stay hydrated with this chic water pitcher on your desk, which turns regular tap water into fresh and clean alkaline antioxidant water for drinking.  

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Best Sparkling Water Maker (Editor’s Pick)
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SodaStream Spirit White Sparkling Water Maker

Keeping yourself hydrated can be fun with the SodaStream that instantly converts regular water into sparkling water, so you can make your own healthier fizzy drinks at home!

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Best Water Dispenser
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Novita Hot/Cold Water Dispenser W29

No need to boil or store water separately – this advanced machine converts tap water into clean drinking water, and dispenses hot, cold and room temperature water at the touch of a button. Comes in six stylish colours to suit your interior decor too!

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Best Electric Kettle
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Philips Kettle HD9342/01

Making a quick cup of tea or milo? This electric kettle’s robust glass body features one-cup markings, allowing you to boil just what you need.

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Best Air Purifier
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Dyson Purifier Cool Formaldehyde air purifier TP09

The latest generation of Dyson air purifiers are specially designed to detect and destroy formaldehyde in the air – an indoor gas pollutant released by furniture, wooden products, paint and even household cleaning products. 

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Best Standing Fan
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KDK Standing Fan N30NH

Compact yet powerful, this standing fan features a 1/f Yuragi function which mimics the gentle fluctuating pattern of a natural breeze. It is also height adjustable, making it a great addition to smaller workspaces.

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Best Tower Fan
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Dyson Purifier Cool air purifier TP07

Keep your workspace cool and comfortable with this intelligent bladeless fan that projects purified air around the room, and even helps you keep track of your indoor air quality via an app. 

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Best Tower Fan (Editor’s Pick)
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Mistral Tower Fan with Remote Control MFD4880R

This tower fan fits well into any corner and runs quietly, providing strong wind with up to six levels of control. It’s also got both a remote control and a touch control panel for convenience.

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Best Smart/Adjustable Table Lamp
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3M LED Polarizing Task Light P1709

Always staring at a screen? Ease the strain on your eyes with this table lamp that reduces glare by up to 80 percent with seven brightness levels and a flexible body. Also has a USB charging port for your mobile phone. 

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Best Smart/Adjustable Table Lamp (Editor’s Pick)
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Mi LED Desk Lamp 1S

For more intuitive control, the Mi LED Desk Lamp 1S has a dial knob that lets you adjust brightness and light colour temperature more precisely, so you’ll always look your best on video calls. 

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Best Electric Home Diffuser
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Novita Air Revitalizer AR3

Not only does this advanced diffuser make your surroundings smell more pleasant, it also works to protect the air you breathe by getting rid of airborne allergens and bacteria through electrostatic technology. 

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Best Electric Home Diffuser (Editor’s Pick)
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Muji Aroma Diffuser

This minimalist-style diffuser doubles up as a night light, making it a choice option for your child’s room. It produces a fragrant mist to keep the environment fresh and cool. 

Buy it here

 

Best Capsule Coffee Machine
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Nespresso VertuoPlus Premium Coffee Machine

Perk up your mornings or beat the midday slump with a perfectly brewed cuppa, thanks to this revolutionary machine. All you need to do is insert your capsule of choice and press a button, and it’ll automatically adjust the brewing parameters for you. 

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Best Compact Coffee Machine
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Nescafe Dolce Gusto Genio S Basic Automatic Coffee Machine

Small in size but big on functionality, get your caffeine fix with this easy-to-use capsule coffee maker that won’t take up much space in your home office. Its XL function lets you customise your drink to your preferred size. 

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Best Drip Coffee Maker
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Delonghi Clessidra Pour Over Coffee Maker ICM17210

Fancy traditional filtered coffee? This sophisticated drip coffee maker deftly mimics the manual pour-over method, saving you precious minutes while creating a more intense aroma and flavour.

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Best Thermal Food Carrier (Editor's Pick)
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Endo Thermal Food Carriers

Boasting leakproof screw cap lids, and wide mouth openings, these stainless steel food jars are extremely handy for all your food takeaways, including soupy dishes.

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Best Vacuum Food Jar
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Thermos Sanrio Hello Kitty Stainless King Food Jar with Folding Spoon SK-3021HKS

If you’re a Hello Kitty fan, why not arm yourself with this adorably designed, special edition food jar that’s great for storing takeaways? The lid doubles up as a serving bowl too!

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Best Tablet
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Apple iPad Air

Whether you’re sending emails, making video calls or browsing the Web, this compact device is fast, powerful and reliable, as it’s equipped with Apple’s latest A14 Bionic chip, sans the hefty price tag of the iPad Pro. Did we mention it comes in five stylish finishes to boot?

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Best Tablet (Editor’s Pick)
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus Series

Boasting a large 12.4-inch display, this state-of-the-art Android tablet offers topnotch video and audio quality,and is 5G-enabled to give you even faster access to everything from emails to your latest K-drama. Snap on a keyboard and you can use it like a PC!

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Best Wet Wipes
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Dettol Anti-bacterial Wet Wipes

Keep your workspace clean (especially if you’re guilty of snacking and eating lunch over your keyboard!) with these anti-bacterial wipes that can remove 99.9 percent of germs. 

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Best Wet Wipes (For Sensitive Skin)
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Kleenex Pure Water Wipes for Hands and Face

Clean your mouth and hands after lunch with these wet wipes that are specially formulated with 100 percent drinking water and contain no fragrance, making them ideal for those with sensitive skin. 

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Best Eco-Friendly Wet Wipes
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Zappy All Natural Biodegradable Food Contact Wipes

These wet wipes are made with 100 percent food grade, all-natural ingredients instead of harsh chemicals, but are still tough on dirt and grease. Perfect for cleaning your workspace as well as those apples and pears that you’re about to snack on!

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Best Hand Sanitiser
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Dettol Instant Hand Sanitizer Original

It’s always a good idea to keep some hand sanitiser close by, even while you’re at home. The Dettol Instant Hand Sanitizer kills 99.9 percent of germs without soap or water and leaves behind a characteristic fresh scent.

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Best Hand Sanitiser (Editor’s Pick)
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Lifebuoy Hand Sanitizer Gel

Another great hand sanitiser is this one from Lifebuoy, which also kills 99.9 percent of germs and keeps your hands keeling soft and smooth. Also available in a 200 ml pump bottle! 

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Best Moisturising Hand Sanitiser
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Kirei Kirei Anti-bacterial Hand Sanitizer

If you’re worried about your hands getting dry or cracked easily, this hand sanitiser is paraben- and triclosan-free, and contains added moisturising ingredients to nourish your skin without leaving behind a sticky feeling. 

Buy it here

Read Next

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All products featured in this article are independently selected by The Singapore Women’s Weekly’s editorial team. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Text: Elizabeth Liew
Gif: Chelza Pok

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