Searching for the right back to school gift can be expensive. Fortunately, back to school sales have started early this year, so we're rounding up back to school gifts for every budget.
A back to school gift can either be an educational essential, or something for when all the work is done. From laptops to streaming devices, there are plenty of options that students can use throughout the academic year. (Make sure to check our ultimate back to school guide for even more gifting inspiration).
Whatever your budget, below you’ll find our top picks of the best back to school gifts to fit every need. Furthermore, we also advise getting your back to school shopping done as early as possible, because summer will be over before you know it.
Best back to school gifts — quick links
- Amazon: save on Bluetooth speakers, iPads, headphones, and more (opens in new tab)
- Best Buy: up to $200 off iPads, $100 off MacBook Air, more (opens in new tab)
- GameStop: up to 50% off PS5/Xbox/Switch games (opens in new tab)
- HP: up to 50% off laptops priced under $699 (opens in new tab)
- Lenovo: up to 63% off ThinkPads and IdeaPads (opens in new tab)
- Microsoft: up to $500 off select Windows PCs (opens in new tab)
- Overstock: dorm room furniture on sale from $39 (opens in new tab)
- Samsung: save up to $430 on Galaxy Chromebooks, tablets, and more (opens in new tab)
- Walmart: backpacks from $15, school supplies from $1 (opens in new tab)
- Wayfair: dorm room essentials on sale from $15 (opens in new tab)