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Dorm Room Essentials From Amazon

16 Dorm Room Essentials Every College Student Needs — All From Amazon

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Whether it's your first year of college or you're finally able to stay on campus after a year of online learning, it's time to start stocking up on your dorm room essentials. Amazon has a whole section dedicated to college must-haves, and we rounded up our favourite finds we think you'll actually use. From storage and organisational needs for that small space to dorm-friendly appliances, we got you covered with the best dorm necessities on Amazon.

Additional reporting by Krista Jones

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Easy Dorm Room Cooking: Dash Express Electric Cooker Hot Pot With Temperature Control

Quickly boil water with this Dash Express Electric Cooker Hot Pot With Temperature Control ($25). You can make tea, noodles, rice, soup, or pasta right in your room.

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Dash Express Electric Cooker Hot Pot With Temperature Control
$25
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The Ultimate Charging Station: Lanshion 8 Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip

You'll never run out of outlets again with this Lanshion 8 Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip ($26). It also features four USB ports, making it the perfect charging station for you and your roommate.

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Lanshion 8 Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip
$26
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For Fresh Water: Brita Small 5 Cup Metro Water Pitcher With Filter

Don't waste money on water bottles. Instead, invest in this handy Brita Small 5 Cup Metro Water Pitcher With Filter ($17, originally $20). It'll fit in your mini fridge, so you won't have to walk out to the nearest sink or water fountain in the middle of the night.

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Brita Small 5 Cup Metro Water Pitcher With Filter
$17
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For Clean Floors: Bissell Featherweight Stick Lightweight Bagless Vacuum with Crevice Tool

Keep your floors and surfaces clean with this lightweight Bissell Featherweight Stick Lightweight Bagless Vacuum with Crevice Tool ($30). You can detach the handle extender and floor nozzle to utilise the handheld vacuum. It even comes with a crevice tool to make sure you reach every nook and cranny.

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Bissell Featherweight Stick Lightweight Bagless Vacuum with Crevice Tool
$30
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For Shoe Storage: Soges Wooden Shoe Storage Shelf

If you and your roommate have a lot of shoes, the Soges Wooden Shoe Storage Shelf ($69) is a must to stay organised. In fact, you can use this to store other necessities like snacks and drinks, clothes and linens, and a dedicated spot for your shower caddies,

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Soges Wooden Shoe Storage Shelf
$69
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A Functional Shower Caddy: iDesign Orbz Plastic Bathroom Shower Tote

Taking all your toiletries to the communal bathroom will feel easier with this iDesign Orbz Plastic Bathroom Shower Tote ($29). It has has nine different compartments for storing shampoo, conditioner, face wash, lotion, toothbrushes, razors, washcloths, and creams. It even has holes at bottom so that water can drain out.

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iDesign Orbz Plastic Bathroom Shower Tote
$29
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For Wall Storage: Command Picture Ledge

From school supplies to keys, masks, and other essentials, the Command Picture Ledge ($15, originally $20) will make use of your wall space so you can store and display anything you want and holds up to five pounds. It comes with 10 medium strips so you can reuse and hang the shelf at your next place without any damage.

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Command Picture Ledge
$15
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For Stackable Storage: Amazon Basics 6 Cube Grid Wire Storage Shelves, Black

The Amazon Basics 6 Cube Grid Wire Storage Shelves, Black ($30, originally $34) includes 26 plastic corner connectors and 23 grid panels made of powder-coated steel wire so you can stack and design however you want. It has a 10-pound weight capacity per cube and comes in white as well.

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Amazon Basics 6 Cube Grid Wire Storage Shelves, Black
$30
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Space-Saving Hangers: Zober Non-Slip Velvet Hangers (50-Pack)

Don't let chunky hangers get in the way of your closet space; these Zober Non-Slip Velvet Hangers (50-Pack) ($32) are a must. The ultrathin, swivel design will let you make use of every inch of your closet, and each hanger can hold up to 10 pounds.

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Zober Non-Slip Velvet Hangers (50-Pack)
$32
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For Coffee-Lovers: Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker

If you have limited counter space, this Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker ($70, originally $80) is perfect for your kitchen. Not only does it come in a variety of cute colours, but its sleek design also lets you enjoy your coffee without the clutter.

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Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker
$70
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For Under-the-Bed Storage: StorageLAB Underbed Storage Fabric Containers

Make use of the space under your bed with the StorageLAB Underbed Storage Fabric Containers ($30 for two). They're great for storing clothes and items that are not currently in use or for storing shoes.

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StorageLAB Underbed Storage Fabric Containers
$30
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For Extra Outlets: Geeni Surge 6-Outlet Smart Extension Cord

Small spaces tend to have limited outlets, and that's why investing in the Geeni Surge 6-Outlet Smart Extension Cord ($27, originally $30) is a must. With six individual smart outlets, everything you plug in can be independently turned on and off from anywhere using the Geeni app.

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Geeni Surge 6-Outlet Smart Extension Cord
$27
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For Lightweight Storage: Simple Houseware 3-Tier Closet Storage With 2 Drawers

Organise your entryway or closet with this Simple Houseware 3-Tier Closet Storage With 2 Drawers ($23). It's perfect for storing and organising toys, books, clothes, and more.

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Simple Houseware 3-Tier Closet Storage With 2 Drawers
$23
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Multiuse Over-the-Door Storage: Umbra Estique Over-the-Door Organiser

From towels and clothes to bags and umbrellas, you can get so much use out of this Umbra Estique Over-the-Door Organiser ($21). These 14 generously spaced hooks allow room for accessories of all sizes and shapes, giving you the opportunity to make use of every hook.

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Umbra Estique Over-the-Door Organiser
$21
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For Easy Laundry: Gain Flings! 3-in-1 Laundry Detergent

Instead of wasting room with separate detergent and softener, the Gain Flings! 3-in-1 Laundry Detergent, 81 Count ($21) does the hard work for you and combines it all in one pod. Just toss a pod in with your laundry, and let the machine handle the rest.

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Gain Flings! 3-in-1 Laundry Detergent, 81 Count
$21
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For Closet Space: Amazon Basics 6-Tier Hanging Shelf Closet Storage Organiser With Removable Drawers

Give your closet space more vertical storage with this Amazon Basics 6-Tier Hanging Shelf Closet Storage Organiser With Removable Drawers ($31). You can use this to store foldable clothes, shoes, accessories, and more.

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Amazon Basics 6-Tier Hanging Shelf Closet Storage Organiser With Removable
$31
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