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If you’re shopping for your off-to-college student, Amazon Prime Day is a great way to purchase true dorm essentials and popular extras at a discount. Luckily, we’ve done the legwork for you and researched and selected the best Amazon Prime Day deals, so you can save on the bedding, storage, study supplies, tech, and more that your student needs if they are moving into a dorm or college apartment.
Plus, we’ve found loads of other things for your family AND for you!
When Is Amazon Prime Day This Year?
July 8-11
Do I Have to Be a Prime Day Member to Take Advantage of Prime Savings?
Yes! Before shopping, ensure you already have a Prime membership. If you are not a member join here. Also, consider getting a Prime for Young Adults Membership (18-24). Learn about the extraordinary value of the go-to Prime membership for 18-to-24-year-olds. Eligible new members can try it for six months for $0 and earn 10% cash back for Prime Day.
Best Amazon Prime Day Deals
Early Deals: We will update this post as we find more great deals for you. Prices correct at time of publication.
1. Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station
This Anker Magnetic Wireless Charger Dock Stand charges Apple phones (iPhone16/15/14/13/12 Series) Apple watches, and AirPods simultaneously at once in a compact charging station.
2. ComfortSpa Reading Pillow for Bed
Essential for your dorm-dweller. Sit back in bed and do your work!!
3. Black and Decker Dustbuster
This is a great little item to keep the mess at bay.
4. ViscoSoft Dusk 3″Mattress Topper
ViscoSoft offers award-winning mattress toppers that would work very well on a dorm bed. They are super comfortable, easy to clean, durable, and provide an ick-safe barrier between your teens and the really old dorm mattress that’s typically offered.
The ViscoSoft “Dusk” topper has a machine-washable cover and a non-slip bottom panel and is less expensive than their other models. They are available in 2″ and 3″ thickness.
5. Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds
If your teen doesn’t have a way to block out a noisy roommate and/or the chaos of lively dorm hall mates, consider gifting them these Apple AirPods. I bought a pair last summer and love everything about them!
6. medicube Salmon DNA PDRN Overnight face mask (TikTok fame)
Check out this Salmon PDRN pink collagen jelly gel mask that your daughter may have already seen on TikTok. medicube is a Korean skin care line and we noted this from their website: “We collaborate with dermatologists to research and develop products using the best ingredients. With over 200 clinical studies annually and thorough testing for every product, we provide the best solutions for your skin concerns.”
7. Bedsure Twin XL Comforter Set – 5 Piece Dorm Bedding Sets
Get it all in one-includes comforter, pillowcase, sheets and sham. Lots of colors.
8. Bare Home Twin XL Mattress Pad
As a lower-cost alternative to a mattress topper, consider a mattress pad.
9. Samsonite Freeform 21-Inch Hardside Carry-On Luggage
Having a small carry-on bag is important for anyone who travels by air. In addition to the compact size, and 10 year warranty, this bag has 360 degree spinner wheels making it easy to get in and around an airport. More colors, sizes and sets available.
10. grace & stella “Weekend Edit” gift set
grace & Stella is an incredibly popular cosmetics brand and this kit of travel size toiletries with Eye Masks, Hyaluronic Acid Serum, Lip Balm and more could be a spa-day treat for your teen or college student. Other option is to get it now for a fun college care package item for this fall.
11. Hanes EcoSmart Fleece Sweatshirt
This classic cut sweatshirt by Hanes is such a good buy that you might want to get one for every member of your family! Lots of colors, unisex sizing, 50/50 blend of cotton and polyester.
12. Shark FlexStyle Air-Drying System with Multi-Styler
The Shark hair drying system includes Auto-Wrap Curlers, Powerful Hair Dryer Brush, Concentrator Attachment, Oval Brush, and a Paddle Brush. While it is NOT inexpensive it is much much less costly than the Dyson dryer, which is currently selling for $599! Both the Shark and Dyson use the same high-speed airflow technology and temperature regulation to minimize damage to your hair.
13. Gym People Tummy Control Leggings
These high-waisted leggings are available in many colors and sizes and now, at special savings, too. Two side pockets make these especially convenient as your (or your daughter’s) go-to yoga pants.
14. Apple Air Tags 4-Pack
Your teen at college might want to keep track of their gym bag, back pack, wallet and/or cross body bag, or checked bag if they plan to travel. Apple AirTags are ideal for helping to locate bags or other valuables.
15. Iris Storage Bins, Drawers, Cabinets
One thing all college students need is a way to good way to store things in their small dorms or apartments. Iris is a top brand and offers durable pieces in a wide variety of styles and sizes. If you’re teen is able to get the dimensions of their dorm, including the space underneath the bed, you two can design an optimal set of storage bins and cabinets to optimize the storage potential of that space.
16. Bagsmart Toiletries Bag for Men
This toiletries kit is perfect for home or travel. With water-resistant material, there are multiple pockets to help keep toiletries organized. Available in a medium or large size.
17. Bagsmart Hanging Makeup Bag
A hanging toiletries/makeup bag is excellent for use in a communal bathroom and/or a small shared bathroom where there is not much counter space. Available in several pretty colors and three sizes.
18. Mellanni Twin XL Sheet Set
In a crowded category of bed linens, these stand out for their award-winning durability and comfort. Available in lots of great colors.
19. Vacuum Storage Bags (20 Pack)
These are great for storing your out-of-season clothing in a small space (like a dorm room).
20. LEVOIT Air Purifier
These have become really popular and we sure do love this one for a small bedroom or dorm room.
Why you can trust us
We are three moms who have raised 8 young adults between us and we’ve been working on products lists for at least 12 years now, making us experts. When selecting products we survey a group we administer of nearly 300,000 parents of teens and young adults at Grown and Flown Parents.
We do opinion polls, surveys and ask open ended questions. We scour products for those that combine good price with good quality and we look for items that have been tried-and-true for our many followers.
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