Back to school season is upon us. If you’re looking to pick up all the essentials before classes start in the fall, look no further.
Apart from school supplies and stationery, tech for remote learning has become all the more necessary since the pandemic. Right now, you can find laptop discounts from most retailers – whether that’s on a budget Chromebooks (get $170 off from Walmart) or a top-end Microsoft Surface Pro device ( save $260 from Best Buy).
Look out for Back to School sales directly from manufacturers too. Apple is bundling a free pair of AirPods on top of its educational discounts on Macs and iPads, while Microsoft, HP, Dell, and Lenovo all have student discount programs with up to 35% off.
Similarly, Samsung‘s back-to-school deals save students up to 30% on a new phone, laptop, or tablet. While OnePlus has 10% off for both students and teachers without any voucher codes. Adobe also has 70% off its Creative Cloud plans until 3 September.
Those are just a few deals worth noting, but we’ve outlined all the biggest sales below – along with the top tech deals for students across major US retailers such as Walmart, Target, Amazon, Best Buy and more.
Not in the US? We’re separately looking at the best back-to-school deals across top UK retailers.
Best Back to School/College Sales & Deals – Quick links & highlights
- Adobe – Save 70% on Creative Cloud – up from 60% discount
- Amazon – $150 off MacBook Pro, discounts on school supplies, fashion and electronics
- Apple Back to School Sale – Free AirPods with educational pricing on Mac and iPads, 20% off AppleCare+
- B&H Photo Video – $150 off MacBook Pro M1
- Best Buy – $300 off Intel laptops, $160 off Beats Studio headphones, Printer deals
- Decluttr – $75 off refurbished smartphones, including iPhone 12 range, $75 off iPads and tablets
- Dell – 12% off with SAVE12
- HP – Discounts up to 35% off
- Kohl’s – Back to College Sale with 20% off with code FAMILYSHOP (ends 29 August)
- Lenovo – Save extra 5% (Student and teacher discount)
- Newegg – Up to 53% off monitors, laptops, tablets and other electricals
- Microsoft – 10% off for students, students get Office 365 for free, up to $200 off Surface laptops
- OnePlus – 10% off for students or teachers (verify via Student Beans)
- Samsung – 15% off Galaxy Tab S7+ with free earbuds and 30% off Samsung Care+, 15% off Galaxy Book Pro 360 and up to 30% off smartphones, laptops, tablets and more
- Staples – Discounts on HP, Lenovo, Dell laptops, cheap school supplies,
- Target – $50 off AirPods Pro, laptops starting at $129.99, tablets starting at $49.99 (see back to college section)
- Walmart – Deals across laptops, TV, school supplies and more
See our full guide to Walmart+ to see how you can save on delivery.
Best Back to School & College 2021 deals in the US right now
Below we’ve highlighted some of the best Back to School offers on right now.
Best US Deals
Blink Video Doorbell
Amazon only released this video doorbell in September. Pick it up for $15 less ahead of the holidays!
Toshiba 43-inch Smart 4K UHD Fire TV + Free Echo Dot 3
It’s an excellent price for a 43in Smart 4K UHD Fire TV with Dolby Vision – and You also get a free Echo Dot 3. Just add the speaker to your card and add FTVDOT21 at checkout.
Fitbit Charge 5
The latest Fitbit Charge 5 tracker now has more than $50 off on Amazon!
Amazon Echo Dot Kids (4th-gen)
The Dot 4 for kids now has $25 off from Amazon. Save an additional 25% when you trade-in.
Google Nest Mini (2nd generation)
Walmart is matching Google’s price on the Nest Mini, which is now under $25.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3
Best Buy currently has an incredible offer on the Galaxy Z Fold 3 in the US, with $800 off!
Check out the best Galaxy Z Fold 3 deals in both the UK and US this holiday season, too.
Disney+ Up to 6 months
From: Amazon Music
Was: $47.94
Now: Free with Amazon Music Unlimited ($9.99 per month/$7.99 for Prime Members)
Amazon Music Unlimited now includes up to six months Disney+ for free!
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 (Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage)
This is currently the best price we can see for the Surface Pro 7 (without Type Cover). The deal also includes 15 months of Microsoft 365 for the price of 12.
Theragun: Holiday Sale
Therabody is offering up to $150 off its Theragun percussive massage guns and recovery equipment ahead of Christmas.
Samsung Galaxy Buds+
Walmart is selling 2020’s Samsung Galaxy Buds+ for just under $80 – one of the lowest prices seen on these headphones. Amazon has it for $67 if you don’t mind buying second hand.
Apple MacBook Air, M1, 8-core CPU, 8-core GPU, 512GB (2020)
Save $100 on the MacBook Air with the M1 chip from B&H Photo Video.
Fitbit Inspire 2
Amazon always has great offers on Fitbits, and currently, it has over $30 off the Inspire 2. The fitness tracker comes in a choice of three colours, is swim-proof and, right now, boasts a free year’s access to Fitbit Premium.
Samsung UN60TU7000 60in 4K TV
This Samsung TV has $90 off in the Walmart Cyber Monday sale, and comes with 4K UHD resolution, auto game mode, a sleek design and all the entertainment apps you need.
Apple AirPods Pro
Amazon has the lowest price on the AirPods Pro at the moment with stock expected to return soon. Currently, the fastest delivery date is for the first week of January. If it sells out, head to Target where it’s also $179.99.
Lenovo 11in Chromebook Flex Laptop
Grab a 2-in-1 Chromebook from Amazon’s for just $213.
Apple iPhone 12 Pro (256GB) – Refurbished "Pristine"
You can save a bundle when you buy the iPhone 12 Pro refurbished from Decluttr. It’s graded in a ‘Pristine’ condition, so it should be in excellent shape. See our guide to buying refurbished phones.
Apple iPad Pro 11in (Early 2020, 256GB)
There’s $200 off the 2020 iPad Pro right now from BH Photo Video with 256GB. It’s the best price across all US retailers right now.
See our dedicated Back to School section for additional buying advice, deals and tech recommendations for students.
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Author: Somrata Sarkar, Senior Staff Writer
Somrata researches and writes about the best tech deals to help readers make smart, informed buying decisions. She's an expert on accessories and also reviews laptops, phones, audio and other devices.