Back-to-school sales are back, which means big savings on laptops, backpacks, headphones and more. Whether you’re off to university, going to college or heading into a new school year, this is the best time to stock up on all the essential supplies.
No, we’re not talking about school uniforms! We’re talking about cool stuff like laptops, tablets, headphones and more. Lucky for you, the big retailers like Argos, Currys PC World and Amazon have pulled out all the stops with some huge sales on these essential products.
Not only that, but you’ll find some interesting freebies that’ll give you everything you need to get stuff done. We’ve listed the best back-to-school sales below, but carry on further down, as we pick out the cream of the crop.
Best back to school sales
- Stock up on all the essentials in Amazon’s back to school sale (opens in new tab)
- Up to £230 off laptops at Currys PC World (opens in new tab)
- Up to £570 off laptops at Dell (opens in new tab)
- Up to £336 off laptops at Box.co.uk (opens in new tab)
- Up to £274 off Surface laptops at Microsoft (opens in new tab)
- Get Office 365 Education for free at Microsoft (opens in new tab)
- Get 65% off Adobe Creative Suite (whether you’re a student or teacher) (opens in new tab)
- Backpacks from the likes of Adidas and Nike, starting from just £14 at Argos (opens in new tab)
- Up to £100 off headphones at Currys PC World (opens in new tab)
- Up to £119 off Chromebooks at Currys PC World (opens in new tab)
Back-to-school laptop deals
Not every student is the same. While some need a laptop for the essentials, others need more horsepower for their workloads.
That’s why we have a handy guide to the best back-to-school laptop deals in the U.K. for every use case. Below are the best overall.
Back to school software deals
Of course, buying a laptop is only half the battle. You need software to do your work. Here are some big savings on popular packages.
Back to school backpack deals
The best rucksacks for college students need to be durable, offer plenty of space for your personal effects, give you padding to protect your laptop, and look good too — all while still being affordable.
It’s a tall order, but we’ve found a few great options. If you want more recommendations, check out our best backpacks and laptop bags list.
Back to school headphone deals
Listening to music and podcasts helps you concentrate. My relentlessly replayed Lo-Fi playlist and addiction to D&D shows speaks volumes to its importance. So that is why you need a stylish, great-sounding, portable set of cans or true wireless earbuds.
Of course, for more discounts, check out our best headphone deals list.