The Coolest Tech and Dorm Buys College Kids Want and Need

Form meets function with this contemporary chair — it’s slim enough for a dorm room, it's comfortable for logging long study hours and it makes a bold statement.

This super-slim laptop weighs just 3.31 pounds, but don’t let the minimalist design fool you — it packs a punch. It has a Lumina OLED screen for stunning graphics, 16 GB of RAM, an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor for exceptional speed and performance and 16 hours of battery time. Plus, its ergonomic keyboard is designed with vibrant backlighting, so work can continue without disruption when roommates are sleeping.

This pair collapses down for easy carrying to class — and at under $15, it’s so affordable that getting one in every color might need to happen.

When storage is at a premium, this super-cool ottoman is a life saver. It’s perfect for discreet stowing of shoes, extra clothes or linens, and it offers extra seating for when friends come to hang.

Whether it’s used for quick meals in the dorm or as an extra surface for books when studying, this sturdy table will come in handy. It conveniently folds up flat for easy storage in a closet or under the bed when not in use.

What’s a dorm room without a mini fridge? This throwback-looking one hits another level with its stainless steel embellishments and built-in side bottle opener. The door is reversible to allow for different placement options, the shelves are adjustable and it comes with a small freezer compartment to store ice or frozen treats.

This portable and waterproof speaker from trusted brand JBL delivers with bold sound. Once fully charged, it provides up to 20 hours of play time — and thanks to its PartyBoost feature, it can be connected to other JBL speakers to truly get the good times going.

Simple, effective, durable — this shower caddy is all that’s needed to keep toiletries in one place. It has four compartments for easy organization, plus an extra-rubbery handle for comfortable gripping when they’re carrying it from the room to the common bathroom and back.

No need to rely on watery cafeteria coffee when a delicious cup of hot joe can be brewed in minutes right in their room. With a 36-ounce reservoir, this decor-worthy Keurig can make multiple cups without refilling, and its back-to-back brewing means there’s no waiting for it to reheat before starting a second cup on those marathon study sessions.

If storage is an issue (and in dorm rooms, when is it not?), this slim but sturdy metal utility cart will be a welcome and cool-looking solution. It can be used to store books, cleaning supplies, jewelry, makeup … you name it. It’s easy to roll, but the locking wheels also keep it solidly in place.

On rushed mornings when there’s no time to hit the cafeteria before class, this cute toaster will be much appreciated. It comes in four hip colors, including this trendy green, so students won’t mind displaying it, either.