Digital nomads benefit from having their home offices wherever they open their laptops. But the reality isn't always as Instagrammable as typing on a virgin beach while holding a fruit cocktail in the other hand. It's impossible to find an office supply closet or IT.department in a noisy cafe abroad. Supply closets are wherever you can carry everything and comprise the entire It-group.

To finance a wandering lifestyle, you will probably have to work, which involves some necessary gear. Here are some of the top gear recommendations, road-tested and verified by travelers who have been there.


  1. A power converter/adapter:


There's no denying that this is the most important

gadget on this list, even though it isn't the sexiest.


A good converter is a necessity for international

travelers who want to charge their devices without blowing a fuse in their hostel or ruining their laptops. The BESTEK one costs $40 and is a popular option among digital nomads. Four international adapters and four voltage options are included, and the charger can charge seven devices simultaneously.


  1. A power bank:



Travelers need a way to charge their devices on the go,

but digital nomads who need to stay connected on the

go are especially dependent on portable chargers.


It offers fast charging and can charge up to three devices

simultaneously. J-Go Tech's USB-C power bank costs $85

and allows you to charge up to three devices simultaneously. Moreover, the community highly recommends it.


  1. A travel lock:


Having a portable lock to lock the door from the inside is

a perfect solution if you're renting a private room at a

hostel or an Airbnb room.


As a readily available and inexpensive travel safety

gadget, the Addalock became TikTok famous last year, especially for female solo travelers. This is an excellent deal at $17.95 per pair.


  1. An unlocked/dual sim phone:



The Google Pixel 6a ($300) is a smartphone that comes

with a built-in dual SIM card slot, but most

smartphones these days can be bought unlocked.

Digital nomads especially benefit from this, since they

can simply stick in a pay-as-you-go SIM from wherever

they're currently located and use a local number

as well. What are the main advantages? Your domestic

the carrier won't charge roaming fees or charge you

for an international plan.


  1. Noise-canceling headphones:

Digital nomads argue that noise-canceling headphones

are a worthwhile investment if you spend time in noisy

cafes or fly a long distance.


If you want to work peacefully from any hotspot in

the world, you have to spend $380 on Bose's Noise

Canceling Headphones 700.  


  1. An accessories organizer:


Digital nomads will tell you that how you pack is just

as important as what you pack. In addition, nothing is

more annoying than untangling cables from your bag.


You can save yourself from mental strain by storing all

cables and accessories in their compartments on an

organizer. At $60, this one from Bellroy may be more

expensive than some, but we prefer it because

it's made from a sturdy, more protective fabric than

your average nylon or soft cloth.


  1. A portable WiFi hotspot:

You can never be sure your WiFi will be reliable and

secure when you work as a digital nomad. The reason

many people bring their mobile hotspots is to avoid this problem.


A top recommendation comes from GlocalMe for its

coverage in more than 140 countries, its SIM card-free

operation, and its intuitive user interface. You can get

what you need for $145, which is a good mid-range price.



  1. Kindle Paperwhite:

Taking up space in your pared-down luggage with books is

the last thing you want when you're living a lifestyle on

the go. The e-book reader comes into the picture as a

slim and portable library in this scenario.


There are thousands of books that can be stored on the

Kindle Paperwhite, and it weighs only 7 ounces. Additionally,

it has a 10-week battery life, is waterproof, and is

glare-free. You're getting a lot for your money for $140.

If you need to maximize productivity no matter where

you are, download your favorite books or work documents.


  1. A portable laptop stand:

Having a stationary office will give you an advantage

over digital nomads who work in suboptimal environments.

You don't have to sacrifice your neck and back health

while traveling with some great portable laptop stands.


Designed for use at multiple angles, Most laptop holder

sells for $70 and can be used while sitting or standing.


  1. An inflatable lumbar pillow:

In addition to lumbar support, working long hours at

the computer requires ergonomic considerations. It is easy

to sit comfortably without an office chair if you have

an inflatable pillow that packs down into a portable size.


You can adjust the support and straps on this one

from TISHIJIE with a pump, which makes it easy to fit

any backless seat.