Starting university is an exciting milestone, often marked by moving into a new living space. Whether you're in a dorm room, student apartment, or shared house, having the right appliances and kitchenware can significantly enhance your university experience. Here's an in-depth guide to the essential items every student needs for a comfortable and efficient home setup.
Kitchen Appliances
Compact Microwave Oven
Why You Need It - A microwave is indispensable for university students, offering quick and convenient meal options. It's perfect for reheating leftovers, cooking snacks, and even preparing full meals in minutes.
Key Features To Look For:
- Power: 700W+ ensures fast cooking and reheating.
- Presets: Multiple presets for common foods like pizza, meat and beverages.
- Size: Compact enough to fit small countertops or shelves.
Recommended Models:
20L SOLO FREESTANDING MICROWAVE OVEN (WHITE)20L SOLO FREESTANDING MANUAL MICROWAVE (BLACK)
CREAM 20L LYTH DIGITAL MICROWAVE OVEN 700W
Coffee Machine With Glass Jug
Why You Need It - The drip coffee machines offer versatility and convenience. It allows you to brew up to 6 cups of coffee, which is then kept warm in a glass jug ready to drink.
Key Features To Look For:
- Capacity: Look for 300ml+ glass jugs.
- Keep-Warm: The keep-warm feature is an essential.
- Ease Of Cleaning: Minimal maintenance required.
Recommended Models:
0.75L FAST BREWING COUNTERTOP DRIP COFFEE MACHINE (BLACK)1.5L AUTOMATIC DRIP FILTER COFFEE MACHINE (WHITE)
Electric Kettle
Why You Need It: The electric kettle is the heart of the kitchen, use it to quickly boil water for tea, coffee, instant noodles and so much more.
Key Features To Look For:
- Power: 1500W to 2200W for fast boiling.
- Safety Features: Auto shut-off and boil-dry protection.
- Design: Compact to fit in small spaces.
Recommended Models:
1500W STAINLESS STEEL RAPID BOIL ELECTRIC KETTLE, 1.8L1.7L RAPID-BOIL CORDLESS WHITE ELECTRIC KETTLE
1.7L FAST-BOIL CORDLESS BLACK ELECTRIC KETTLE
Multi-Functional Rice Cooker
Why You Need It: Perfect, fluffy rice can make a basic meal delicious. The rice cooker guarantees perfect rice every time. Besides rice it can cook quinoa, oatmeal, and steam vegetables.
Key Features To Look For:
- Non-Stick Pot: Makes it easy to clean and maintain.
- Keep-Warm Function: Keeps food warm until ready to eat.
Recommended Models:
3-IN-1 'SMART STEAM' RICE COOKER AND STEAMER 0.6L2.2L WHITE ELECTRIC RICE COOKER WITH STEAMER
2.8L ELECTRIC NON-STICK RICE COOKER AND STEAMER
Portable Blender
Why You Need It: Make delicious, nutritious smoothies, shakes, and healthy drinks on the go. There are two different options we would recommend - a rechargeable blender which can be taken on the go, or a countertop blender.
Key Features To Look For:
- Battery: Rechargeable for cordless convenience.
- Size: Compact and easy to carry.
Recommended Models:
330ML HANDHELD RECHARGEABLE TRAVEL BLENDERWHITE TWO-SPEED RETRO STYLE BLENDER & SMOOTHIE MAKER
2-IN-1 WHITE PORTABLE FOOD JUG BLENDER & GRINDER 1.5L
Home Appliances
Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
Why You Need It: Essential for quick cleanups and maintaining a tidy living space.
Key Features To Look For:
- Weight: Ensuring the model is lightweight for easy manoeuvrability.
- Suction Power: Effective cleaning on various surfaces.
- Attachments: Tools for different cleaning needs.
Recommended Models:
2-IN-1 STICK & HANDHELD HEPA VACUUM CLEANER WITH TOUCH SCREEN DISPLAY2-IN-1 VACUUM CLEANER 800W STICK & HANDHELD BAGLESS
2-IN-1 VACUUM CLEANER 800W STICK & HANDHELD
