Top 11 back to school deals

With school starting again soon, there are plenty of sales and offers for parents, students and anyone looking to reset in September.

We've scoured hundreds of deals to find you the best on home essentials such as vacuums, broadband and steam irons. Plus, new tech to give you an organisational boost in time for the upcoming term.

Each of these products has been rigorously tested in our labs, and we'd never recommend a bad product – no matter how good a deal may be.

You can view our choices below, from cheapest to most expensive.

Looking for more deals? Head to our guide of the  on smartphones, TVs, PlayStations, mattresses, vacuums and more.

The best back to school deals

Amazon Basics AA rechargeable batteries

Deal price: Best price in last six months?Amazon Basics AA rechargeable batteries
  • Come pre-charged
  • 2,000mAh each
  • AA batteries
  • We like:We don't like: 

    It isn't the flashiest deal, but saving money on these household essentials is always welcome, so we'd recommend stocking up while the price is low.

    They'll keep your tech charged, and you won't have to buy single-use batteries as often. The charger is sold separately, so don't forget to pick this up if you don't already have one.

    These batteries come pre-charged, so you can use them immediately.

    To find out how well they hold a charge, read our , or compare prices below:

    Zen Internet: get a £100 Amazon Gift Card – Which? Member exclusive

    Deal price: A router and gift card
  • No upfront cost
  • Average speed: 106Mbps
  • Zen Internet is the only Which? Recommended Provider for broadband – so if you're looking to switch providers for better broadband, it's a great deal to consider.

    If you're a Which? Member, you will receive a £100 Amazon gift card by switching to Zen Internet. Terms and conditions apply. Offer ends 25 September.

    Read our , or compare broadband deals below:

    Prestige Earthpan Eco frying pan

    Deal price: Best price in last six months? Prestige Earthpan Eco Frying Pan
  • Non-stick pan
  • 28 x 5.2cm (diameter x depth)
  • Dishwasher-safe
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    If you're looking for a new pan to prep meals for your back-to-schoolers or to give to your uni-bound kids, this is a good deal to consider.

    It's made of PFOA and toxin-free ceramic, plus recycled plastic and aluminium. It's lightweight, so it isn't as cumbersome to handle as some other pans.

    How well does it cook food? Read our verdict in our guide on the  to find out. Otherwise, compare prices below:Not sure what to take to uni? .

    DeLonghi Icona Capitals KBOC3001 kettle

    Deal price: Best price in last six months?DeLonghi Icona Capitals KBOC3001
  • 1.7-litre capacity
  • 300ml minimum fill
  • Metal kettle
  • We like:We don't like: 

    It's not the cheapest kettle we've reviewed, but this brightly coloured model has had a significant discount in the sale, making it even better value.

    You'll be able to boil just one mug (300ml) if you're only making a cuppa for yourself or can fill it up to 1.7 litres to make tea for your family or housemates. It boils a litre of water quite quickly, but you'll need to read our full review to find out just how fast.

    Its limescale filter is made with a fine wire gauze, which may help if you live in a hard-water area.

    Read our , or compare prices below:

    Anker Soundcore Motion Boom Bluetooth speaker

    Deal price: Best price in last six months?Anker motion boom bluetooth speaker
  • Portable Bluetooth speaker
  • 16.8 x 30.2 x 11.7cm (H x W x D)
  • Weighs 1.54kg
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    If you're looking to crank out some tunes in the accommodation's common areas, this is a nifty speaker.

    It's IPX7 rated so, if you're taking it outside, it'll survive being soaked or chucked into a pond – it even floats, so retrieving it after an accidental swim shouldn't be too difficult.

    It also has a 'True Wireless Stereo' mode, which lets you connect two together for stereo sound if you buy a second one.

    How does it sound? Read our  to find out, or compare prices below:

    Cosori CAF-L501 air fryer

    Deal price: Best price in last six months?Cosori CAF-L501
  • Basket air fryer
  • 31 x 27 x 38cm (H x W x D)
  • Capacity: 1.233kg
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    We've seen this deal a few times this year, but it's a great one to consider if you're moving into a student house or flatshare. It's reasonably priced for an air fryer, and it won't take up too much space in a shared kitchen.

    You'll be able to use plenty of automatic programs including chicken, chips, frozen food, steak, veggies and more. It comes with a two-year warranty, too.

    How does it compare to other models? Read our  to find out, or compare prices below:

    Philips Azur 8000 Series DST8020/26 steam iron

    Deal price: Best price in last six months?Philips Azur 8000 Series DST8020/26
  • Tank capacity: 284ml
  • Cord length: 2.62m
  • Weighs 1.94kg
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    This is the cheaper and simplified version of the Philips DST8050/26, which means it only has one setting. Philips claims that this guarantees no burns on clothing or fabrics while using it.

    It has a steam flow rate of 55g/min, which should remove most wrinkles, but there's also a 240g/min steam boost that should sort out any stubborn creases.

    It shuts itself off after eight minutes, so you won't need to worry about whether you've turned it off if you need to step out.

    Read our , or compare prices below:

    Beko PowerClean VRT94929VI cordless vacuum cleaner

    Deal price: Best price in last six months?Beko PowerClean VRT94929VI
  • Bagless and cordless handstick vacuum cleaner
  • 0.8-litre dust capacity
  • Weighs 2.9kg
  • We like:We don't like: 

    If you're looking for a new vacuum, this model can help keep your home tidy while dealing with the whirlwind of after-school activity. It's self-standing, so you won't need to drop it or prop it when you need to take a break from vacuuming.

    It has three power levels and you'll get between 30 and 60 minutes of runtime before needing to charge it again.

    It's also ideal for student accommodation – you can use it as both a stick and handheld vacuum, and its attachments are versatile enough to handle most situations.

    Read our  to find out how well it busts dust, or compare prices below:

    HP Smart Tank 5105 printer

    Deal price: Best price in last six months?HP Smart tank 5105 printer
  • All-in-one inkjet
  • Ink tanks are refillable
  • Colour printer
  • We like:We don't like: 

    Rather than traditional cartridges, this model has refillable ink tanks that you fill with bottles. This can keep printing costs low, and you'll get extra ink included when you buy it.

    Being an all-in-one model, you'll also get a scanner to copy and print documents.

    If you're looking for something that can print assignments and essays, this is a good choice to consider.

    Read our , or compare prices below:

    Pixel 7 Pro

    Deal price: Best price in last six months?Google Pixel 7 pro smartphone
  • 128GB storage
  • 6.7-inch QHD+ screen
  • Google Tensor G2 Processor
  • We like:We don't like: 

    The Pixel 9 is coming out soon, but it might be worth saving your cash and picking up the slightly older Pixel 7 Pro instead. 

    It's a big phone that packs a lot in – its 12GB of Ram, high screen resolution and three rear cameras are nothing to scoff at, even when compared to newer models.

    We've covered this bargain extensively across many of our deal pages, and the price has only gotten cheaper. If you're looking for a new phone for the new term, this is well worth considering.

    Read our , or compare prices below:Would you rather get a Pixel 9? Read our guide on the .

    Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2022, M2 Chip)

    Deal price: Best price in last six months?Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (2022)
  • Apple M2 Processor
  • 8GB Ram
  • 256GB storage
  • We like:We don't like: 

    The 2022 MacBook Air is the latest in Apple's line-up of popular lightweight laptops: it's lighter, thinner and has a more powerful processor than its predecessor – making it a great choice to tote around to classes, seminars and lectures.

    Read our , or compare prices below:Not looking for a Mac? Read our round-up of the  to see which other models also have great deals on.undefined

    source https://www.which.co.uk/news/article/best-back-to-school-deals-a8sp52J5iaf2
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