Make dorm life cozy by adding personal touches to your room. (iStock)
College move-in day is just around the corner, making now the perfect time to snag dorm room deals. Whether it's a first-year student eager to personalize their new digs or an upperclassman looking to upgrade, there are essentials designed to help students maximize space and create a comfortable home away from home.
From vibrant small kitchen appliances to practical shower caddies, these picks are just what you need to set up your ideal living space.
Mesh shower caddy: on sale for $12.99 (7% off)
Original price $13.99
Transport what you need with this shower caddy. (Amazon)
This mesh shower caddy is the perfect way to transport your personal belongings to and from your dorm room. This tote bag features a base made with Oxford fabric for better wear and tear resistance. The mesh is perfect for drying out completely and keeping mold away.
2-pack moving bags plastic storage totes: $28.99
Storage bags are great for more than just storage. (Amazon)
These storage bags are a perfect way to pack up your dorm room essentials for transport. They can also double up as a great place to tuck away clothing when not in use.
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LED desk lamp: $24.98
This lamp has useful features. (Amazon)
Your dorm room may have a desk, but don’t forget to bring a lamp, like this LED desk lamp. With four USB charging ports and two AC outlets, it's the perfect way to illuminate your study area. The lamp can be adjusted to different brightness levels and has a long power cord.
Brita extra large filtered water dispenser: $37.97
Have access to filtered water in your room with this dispenser. (Amazon)
Make sure your college student has access to filtered water in his room with this large water dispenser. Use it to fill water bottles that can be chilled in the fridge. This dispenser comes with one standard water filter that will need to be replaced every two months.
You can buy Brita water filters on Amazon that can be delivered the next day to your student if you are a Prime member. If you're not a Prime member, sign up or start a free trial.
Loud alarm clock: $14.99
This alarm clock will wake the heaviest of sleepers. (Amazon)
This super-loud alarm clock designed for heavy sleepers will ensure your student won't miss any morning class. In addition to being loud, this clock features 15 different RGB colors and four brightness levels.
Sunrise alarm clocks gradually increase light, simulating dawn to help your body wake up naturally and effortlessly. This guide can help you choose a clock.
COSORI air fryer: $59.99
Match your air fryer to your room's color scheme. (Amazon)
For snacking affairs, try this mini air fryer. It is compact and comes in the cutest pastel hues for a perfect dorm room kitchen set-up.
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Retro compact microwave: $117.99
This microwave comes in fun colors. (Amazon)
This Nostalgia retro compact countertop microwave oven has a sleek retro design, 12 pre-programmed cooking settings, and a selection of bright colors to match any dorm room decor.
Amazon Basics tabletop mirror: on sale for $14.57 (6% off)
Original price: $15.52
Take your skin routine out of the bathroom with this mirror. (Amazon)
Make sure to pack a tabletop mirror like this magnification mirror from Amazon. It works for up-close grooming, makeup application and skincare. It is small enough to fit on your desk.
Smart plug: on sale for $16.99 (15% off)
Original price: $19.99
These smart plugs work with Alexa and Google Home Assistant. (Amazon)
These Kasa smart plugs work with Alexa and Google Home Assistant to enable the hands-free convenience of controlling your dorm electronic appliances with your voice.
Brooklyn Bedding Twin XL mattress topper: on sale for $249 (25% off)
Original price: $333
Make sure you sleep comfortably with this topper. (Brooklyn Bedding)
The CopperFlex® 2.0 Mattress Topper for twin XL by Brooklyn Bedding dense memory foam ensures this topper conforms closely without losing shape too quickly. It features copper-infused memory foam and a GlacioTex Cooling Cover. The copper infusion is designed to draw heat away from your body, promoting a cooler sleep surface, while GlacioTex fibers further enhance temperature regulation.
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Laundry bag with shoulder straps: $16.99
Try this large laundry bag to hold everything. (Amazon)
This laundry bag with shoulder straps and a mesh pocket, is big enough to carry two to three loads of laundry. The mesh bag in the front is big enough to carry detergent and fabric softener. Walmart’s Mainstays heavy-duty laundry bag uses durable polyester mesh material, which allows the bag to breathe and keeps dampness and odors away.
Frigidaire compact fridge freezer combo: on sale for $249 (11% off)
Original price: $279
This compact fridge and freezer combo is perfect for dorm rooms. (Amazon)
The Frigidaire retro compact fridge freezer combo provides around 3.2 cubic feet of total capacity, featuring a separate, small top freezer compartment for ice and frozen snacks. Its refrigerator section is designed for organization with adjustable glass shelves, a clear crisper drawer for produce, a handy can dispenser, and door bins large enough for 2-liter bottles.
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Sterilite storage drawer: on sale for $26.93 (10% off)
Original price: $29.98
These drawers hold plenty and look good too. (Walmart)
Dorm room closets tend to be tiny, so make sure to maximize your underbed space for storage. These storage drawers are a great way to keep clothing tidy and tucked away. Unlike typical clear plastic bins, this unit features an opaque, stylish woven pattern that mimics the look of furniture.
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