There's still time to shop Coop's back-to-school sale — these are the dorm essentials I'd buy

Coop Sleep Goods Essence Pillows laid out on the bed

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Whether you’re a student or a parent, the days leading up to going back to school are exciting. However, the shopping might seem never-ending and hunting down the right options within your budget can be exhausting. The good news is that you can now strike off finding quality dorm bedding from your list, thanks to Coop’s back to school sale offering up to 20% off on pillows, sheets, protectors and more.

My favorite deal is the 20% discount on the best mattress protector in our guide: the Coop Ultra-Tech Waterproof Mattress Protector, which earned an overall score of 4.5 out of 5 stars for its performance. But if all you want is to grab everything you need at maximum discount, there's also a back-to-school bundle where you can choose pillows, sheet set and a topper with 40% off; ideal when you consider that a dorm room bed is unlikely to feature the best mattress or best pillows.

Need to explore more bedding options to create the ultimate sleep haven in your dorm? Head to our best back to school deals where we track the top discounts on everything you need from mattresses, pillows to even weighted blankets and sleep masks. And remember that if you're not up against a back-to-school deadline you may get a better deal by waiting for the Labor Day mattress sales. But first, here are my top 5 product recommendations to shop from Coop now…

1. Coop Ultra-Tech Waterproof Mattress Protector: twin was $46 from $36.80 at Coop Sleep Goods
Our lead tester gives this mattress protector her seal of approval. In her in-depth Coop Ultra-Tech Waterproof Mattress Protector review, it proved to be 100% waterproof, noiseless and temperature regulating translating to worry-free, comfortable and clean sleep all night long. A twin XL mattress protector is now $36.80 (was $46) and comes with benefits including a 100-night sleep trial, one-year warranty and free shipping.

Our review: ★★★★½
User score: ★★★★★ (based on over 300 reviews)

2. Essence Adjustable Pillows: standard set from $85 from $68 at Coop Sleep Goods
I've tested our best pillow overall: the Coop Original Adjustable, which continues to be my favorite one and top pick for all sleepers. The Essence pillow is different in terms of fill (made from breathable and plush down-alternative fibers) but the design is the same (both being adjustable). It can, therefore, suit any sleeping position with an addition of a 2-inch gusset for extra support. You can now find it at 20% off which drops the price of a standard pack of two from $85 to $65. Plus you can enjoy a 100-night sleep trial, 5-year warranty and free shipping.

User score: ★★★★★ (based on 3 reviews)

3. Comphy SoftSpa Sheet Set: twin from $149 from $119.20 at Coop Sleep Goods
Washing bedding might not make it your list of priorities in college — so what you need is a set of high-performance bed sheets. Not only is the Comphy SoftSpa range Coop's most affordable bedding line-up, it's also the one featuring a low-maintenance, quick-drying and easy stain-release fabric: SoftPhiber, which also gets softer with every wash, according to the brand. It is available in nine different sizes and six chic colors. A twin XL set is now $119.20, while a queen size will cost your $143.20 (was $179). Plus you get Coop's bedding benefits: 100-night sleep trial, one-year warranty and free shipping.

User score: ★★★★★ (based on over 1,500 reviews)

4. Coop Original Mattress Topper: twin XL from $199 from $159.20 at Coop Sleep Goods
Need to break into your dorm bed or make it more comfy? A mattress topper is the solution. Like some of the best mattress toppers, this one from Coop features breathable and contouring cross-cut memory foam and microfiber fill, baffle-box construction to keep it evenly distributed and extra thick 2-inch straps to secure it in place on the bed. Grab a twin XL topper at $159.20 (was $199) while a queen size is priced at $239.20 (was $299). This also comes with Coop's standard bedding benefits as above.

User score: ★★★★★ (based on over 250 reviews)

5. Back to School Bundle: from $199.80 at Coop Sleep Goods
How does an all-in-one sleep campus pack to save time, money and energy sound? Coop now gives you the option to build your own 'back to school sleep bundle', which includes the Essence pack of pillows, any choice of sheet set and any choice of topper. Based on your choices and sizes, prices may vary but we expect it to start from $199.80 (if selecting all base-models of products). The best part? You get an overall 40% off a bundle as part of the current sale.

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Becky is a Sleep Staff Writer at Tom’s Guide covering all things sleep-related including product reviews, research studies, news and explainers. She works on specialist bedding content and is responsible for buyer’s guides like the best pillows for all sleepers and best mattress protectors focusing on popular brands such as Tempur-Pedic, Avocado, Coop Home Goods and more. Becky is a PPA accredited journalist who is keen to explore the intricacies of sleep, its effects on skincare, mental wellbeing and work performance. While not thinking of sleep, she can be seen reading in cosy bookshops or learning about global food culture.

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