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Promising review: “I got this to take with me to college. I wanted something small, battery-operated, lights on command, and cute. I can set this little thing in the corner of my loft and hit the light button if I wake up to see what time it is. The beep isn't obnoxious but just annoying enough to make you want to shut it off. Overall, I'm really happy with it right now. Hopefully it continues to work great, especially for the price.” —Shortney127
Get it for between $7 and $12.98 at Walmart. Available in multiple colors.
Promising review: “I don't usually treat myself, but when I needed a pillow, I figured I would splurge and I tried something different. I was not disappointed. I love this pillow and will have to fight others in my house for it. I was wary of a memory foam pillow because I just pictured it as being too warm, but that is not the case with this pillow. It stays cool while supporting your head perfectly. I am very happy with this purchase and based on the jealousy that is now in my house, I'm going to be ordering more in the future. I HIGHLY recommend it.” —Bob Wevodau
Get it for $35.19 on Amazon.
Promising review: “I bought this refrigerator for my dorm room in college, and I couldn't be happier! It works perfectly, and is just what I needed to store whatever random food that I need. The markers they give you with it show up nicely on the whiteboard, and is very helpful in sharing information with my roommate. ” —dmar0830
Get it for $99 at Walmart.
Flair level: expert.
Get it for $22.98 at Walmart.
Promising review: “Just as pictured, it's a pretty big bag! I bought it for my sister who's going to college this fall out of state—so much easier for her to carry this tote than a laundry basket around campus!” —Alexis Urwin
Get it for $28 from JennLorynDesigns on Etsy. Available in multiple colors.
Promising review: “I ordered this for my son to use on his dorm bunk bed. He really likes it since it serves as a bedside table for him to place his phone, remote, a book, etc. Very handy—a real hit!” —STEADYGAL
Get it for $24.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond.
When you and your roommate refuse to take out the Jenga tower of trash because you’re both pretty sure it’s the other person’s turn, at least the wastebasket itself will look aesthetically pleasing.
Get it for $8.96 at Walmart.
Promising review: “In the case of a dorm chair, it really doesn't get much better than this. It's large, comfortable, and I could practically sleep in it. It isn't as large as one would think, but it's obnoxiously comfortable.” —dani
Get it for $36 at Walmart. Available in multiple colors.
Or for those nights when you just want to cuddle up and FaceTime your dog.
Get it for $19.99 at Walmart. Available in multiple colors.
No more fighting over outlets!
Get them for $13.14 at Walmart.
Promising review: “Powerful little speaker! Quick to charge, excellent sound, water resistant, and great to have volume control and skipping on it. Battery life is good. Use it in the shower (the suction cup is strong and works well), throughout the house, and outside.” —Rebecca L.
Promising review: “The perfect lamp for a small desk. Sleek, compact, won't move around or tip over. Also, it doesn't get hot, and doesn't take up much room. A good choice, and a great buy.” —CassyMcT
Get it for $5.87 at Walmart. Available in multiple colors.
Promising review: “I bought this mattress topper (twin xl) for my college freshman because I knew the mattress in her dorm would be very thin. She just loves this topper. She says her bed is very comfortable. I searched a long time for a 4-inch topper that wasn't super expensive. This is a very good deal.” —JHedrick
Get a Twin XL for $87.37 at Walmart.
Promising review: "Used these baskets for pantry organization. They are the perfect size for sorting things like chips, crackers, smaller containers of baking ingredients, plastic utensils, etc. And they look really nice." —Amber
Get them for $7.47 at Walmart.
It's the little touches that make a dorm a home.
Get it for $93.21 for a twin at Jet.
**New Jet customers receive 15% off their first three orders of $35 or more with the code SAVE15
Promising review: “Everything about this store and this item were perfect from start to finish. The owner was amazing and got it shipped within 24 hours. The pillow design and quality were sooooo perfect and I couldn't be happier with the end product. I'd recommend her and her product to anyone. 100% perfect.” —Brooke Seaman
Get it starting at $39.99 from 42ndStDesigns on Etsy.
Promising review: “It is super cozy and looks really cute on my dorm room bed!” —Ayseaa
Get it for $12.88 at Walmart. Available in multiple colors.
Promising review: “Love these, especially on long-distance flights as you are able to sleep comfortably listening to music or while ‘watching’ a movie! They're also great for white noise if you are sharing a room/bed with someone else who doesn't want to listen to the same sounds. They're very soft and comfortable, with a slightly large fit. And it is easy enough to wash the cover when needed.” —Lindi O.
Get it for $31.95 on Amazon.