Back-to-school period arrives - I've selected 9 essential items for your dorm room, available from $17
In the bustling world of dormitory living, finding the right essentials can significantly enhance the college experience. This year's top picks focus on convenience, space-saving, and multi-functionality. Here's a rundown of the most recommended items for the 2022 college season.
Keurig K-Mini Mate
The compact Keurig K-Mini Mate is an ideal single-serve coffee maker for dorm rooms. Often bundled with accessories like a water reservoir or reusable K-Cups, it's a convenient way to kickstart your mornings. You can find this coffee maker in auctions or on Amazon at competitive prices.
Sony Wireless Earbuds
Popular for their noise isolation and comfort, Sony's wireless earbuds are a great choice for shared living spaces. They are widely available on Amazon and other electronics retailers, offering discounts during back-to-school sales.
Portable Power Bank
A portable power bank is an essential item for charging phones and other devices on the go. Look for models with high capacity (e.g., 10,000 mAh+) and compact designs, frequently featured in dorm room lists and available at competitive prices online.
LED Desk Lamp
For late-night studying, energy-efficient LED lamps with adjustable brightness and USB charging ports are highly recommended. Affordable and stylish options can be found on Amazon and in college essential guides.
Additional Essentials
Memory foam mattress toppers, blackout eye masks, laptop stands, storage organizers, and noise-cancelling headphones are other items often recommended for 2022. These items aim to improve comfort and productivity in small shared spaces.
Best Deals
For the best deals, back-to-school sales on Amazon, Target, Walmart, and specialized dorm supply websites are optimal. Social media influencers often curate affordable "dorm haul" collections with direct shopping links.
Notable Mentions
- The Ultimate Ears Miniroll Speaker, a compact Bluetooth speaker for playing music, is available for $49 at Best Buy (originally $79).
- The Beats Pill Wireless Speaker, a wireless speaker for playing music, is now available for $99 at Target (originally $149).
- The INIU Portable Power Bank, a super thin and super fast power bank suitable for charging smartphones and tablets, is available for $17 at Amazon (originally $21).
- The Frigidaire Retro Mini Fridge, a small refrigerator suitable for dorm rooms, is now available for $54 at Walmart (originally $62).
- The Keurig K-Mini Mate is now available for $49 at Target (originally $79).
The Siena 10" Memory Foam Mattress, rated as one of the best mattresses you can buy, with full-body support for various sleeping positions, is available for $179 at Siena (originally $453). The Roku Streaming Stick Plus 2025, smaller, faster, and more powerful than its predecessor, allows streaming of videos and other media and is currently available for $29 at Amazon (originally $39).
These dorm room essentials, while focusing on the 2022 college season, remain popular choices for the upcoming years, as they continue to emphasize convenience, space-saving, and multi-functionality. Happy shopping, and here's to a successful college year!
- For those seeking to elevate their lifestyle, the food-and-drink section includes the Keurig K-Mini Mate, a compact coffee maker, which can be found at competitive prices on Amazon.
- In addition to upgrading one's fashion-and-beauty routine with Sony wireless earbuds, home-and-garden essentials such as the Siena 10" Memory Foam Mattress are available at discounted prices, offering full-body support for various sleeping positions.
