The holidays are the perfect excuse to treat yourself or your favourite student to something that makes studying easier and downtime sweeter. As someone who’s survived many semesters powered by coffee, cluttered notes, and questionable sleep schedules, these are the gifts that make student life smoother.
From lecture notes to Netflix nights
The S9 FE feels like the device students secretly need but never put on their wishlist. It’s super lightweight, the screen is crisp for both note-taking and Netflix, and the battery lasts long enough to make it through back-to-back lectures. You can use it to read PDFs on the bus, annotate slides during class (the S Pen is a lifesaver), and even follow yoga videos during study breaks. If you’re gifting this, you’re basically saying, “I believe in your academic success and your mental health.” It’s the kind of tech that quickly becomes the one device you bring everywhere.
Study hard, move smarter
Need a little motivation during the finals season? This Fitbit watch should help you achieve your fitness goals and take more steps than the ones needed to go from your desk to the snack cupboard. It buzzes when you’ve been sitting too long, tracks your sleep and can help you find a better study-workout balance. My favourite part? The guided breathing sessions that pull you out of stress spirals. It’s sleek, comfortable, and exactly the kind of gift that says, “I care about you not burning out this semester.”
Make every study break picture-perfect
When I was a student myself, I didn’t think I needed an instant camera until my roommate got one, and suddenly our fridge was covered in tiny, hilarious snapshots. You can’t get your student years back, so it’s important to hold onto plenty of great memories. The Instax Mini 12 brings so much joy, especially during holiday gatherings, grad season, or spontaneous study-break photoshoots. The colours come out beautifully, it’s super easy to use, and there’s just something nostalgic about having physical photos in a mostly digital world. For the student who loves memories, journaling, or aesthetic dorm décor, this is a winner.
Your portable study break companion
After a long week of lectures, assignments, and exams, sometimes all you need is a way to relax and unwind, and that’s where the Nintendo Switch comes in. This versatile console lets you dive into immersive games whether you’re in your dorm room, at home, or even on the go.
From fast-paced adventures to casual puzzle games, the Switch offers something for every mood. Its portability means you can squeeze in a gaming session between classes or during study breaks, helping you recharge before diving back into coursework. Multiplayer modes also make it a fun way to connect with friends, whether online or in the same room.
For students looking for a balanced mix of entertainment and relaxation, the Nintendo Switch isn’t just a console, it’s a stress-busting companion that turns downtime into a well-deserved escape.
Bringing the spa to your study space
Turn your room into an instant oasis with this essential oil diffuser. A few drops of your favourite oil, and the ultrasonic mist quietly fills the space with calming vibes, helping you shake off the stress of classes and deadlines. Plus, its built-in Bluetooth speaker can set the mood with soft music, while the gentle ambient light adds a warm, cozy glow, perfect for curling up with a book, studying, or just taking a relaxing break.
Your secret weapon for stress-free commuting
Do you think that scooters are just a fun extra? Wait until you try the FlashX 2025. This thing will become your secret weapon. It zips up to 32 km/h, which basically can turn the chaotic, sprint-between-buildings routine into a smooth little commute where you get to enjoy the fresh air. Once you get home from a long day on campus, the foldable design makes it super easy to stash in your apartment without sacrificing precious student living space. Honestly, it’s one of those gifts that feels both fun and ridiculously practical. If you’ve ever dreamed of shaving minutes off your daily trek, this scooter makes campus life so much easier.
Movie nights just got an upgrade
Honestly, I always thought movie nights in my student dorm were limited to a 13-inch laptop screen and questionable sound. I’ve now learnt that students can actually turn their rooms into an actual cinema, with the Brother Eye 4K Mini Projector. The moment you project a film onto an empty whiteboard (yes, even an old classroom board), the whole room instantly feels upgraded to VIP status. And when the movie or study session is over, the compact size makes it easy to tuck into a cupboard without sacrificing precious student desk space. If you’re looking for a gift that nails both the “study-smart” and “relax-big” energy, this projector is absolutely the one.
Earbuds for every lecture, gym, and study break
When I was a student, I would have loved to have these earbuds! Picture this: you are running late for class, juggling a coffee and a backpack, and you pop in these JBL Vibe Beam earbuds. Suddenly even the chaos feels smoother. With its signature “Deep Bass Sound” and up to 32 hours of battery life (8 in the buds + 24 in the case), you can get through lectures, a gym session and a late-night study break without scrambling for a charger. The Smart Ambient feature lets you hear announcements without removing an earbud, and the built-in VoiceAware mode make group chat calls sound clear instead of muffled chaos. If you’re a student who refuses to compromise on sound, comfort or staying connected between classes and downtime, these are the earbuds that quietly become your everyday companion.
The student hack for energy and productivity
Students spend countless hours indoors, between the library, study rooms, and dorm marathons, that lack of natural light can seriously drain energy and focus. That’s where the Beurer Daylight Therapy Lamp steps in, bringing a much-needed boost of brightness to long days. You don’t have to wear that crazy light-mask thing, but this lamp is super easy and light (just 450 grams!) and slides onto your desk or into your bag without killing your study-space vibes. The 10,000 lux brightness kicks your brain out of the “I might nap here” mode, the UV-free flicker-free LED is gentle on your eyes during long reading sessions, and the compact, flexible stand fits perfectly next to your laptop, your coffee, and your mountain of highlighters.
A mini garden escape
Looking for something calming yet clever to do with friends or family this holiday season? This LEGO zen garden is exactly what you need: 1,363 pieces of peaceful, creative fun that build into a beautiful miniature Japanese pavilion, arched bridge, and garden filled with lotus flowers and flowing streams. It’s lighthearted enough to chat and laugh over while you’re building, and when you’re done, you get to proudly display your creation on your shelf or desk as a relaxing décor piece. Curious about other models? Check out our selection of LEGO sets for adults!
Whether you’re shopping for a student or making your own wishlist (zero judgment), these gifts hit the perfect balance of practical, fun, and finals-week-approved.
