I review kitchen gadgets — and these are the 7 compact appliances every student should pack for college

Keurig K-Mini Single Serve Coffee Maker: was $99 now $59 @ Amazon
There's no need to forego your coffee fix because of lack of space, this Keurig K-Mini is one of the best Keurig coffee makers and provides a single serve of coffee to get you started in the morning. Measuring 12.1 x 11.3 x 4.5 inches, this mini coffee maker will hold and brew between 6 to 12-ounces.  It's easy to operate with one button for power and another for brew and comes in a choice of green, rose, teal, gray and red. 

Perfect Power Pot: was $120 now $75 @ Target
This convenient 5-in-1 cooking appliance packs a punch with its 1.7 qt capacity and is perfect to use in college dorms as it is plugged in via a lead from the handle, rather than used on a cooktop. Sauté, team, sear, fry or boil and enjoy tasting meals without a cooktop. It comes complete with a nesting steamer, glass lid, beechwood spatula and detachable plug. The pot is available in Spice, as shown, or Char.

Insignia Retro 3.1 cu, ft Mini Fridge with Top Freezer: was $219 now $179 @ Best Buy
This freestanding compact, mini fridge with top section freezer offers all the space you'll need at college and measures 19.9 x 18.9 x 33.5 inches. Plus, its retro styling will add the wow factor to any dorm room. It also includes an ice tray that can be stored in the freezer section. It's available in three colorways  — Creamy Vanilla, Mint and Red.

GE JES1072SHSS Microwave: was $119 now $107 @ Amazon
This is one of the best microwaves with a space-saving footprint, but with a turntable just as large as bigger models. With 700 watts it's ideal for heating water, frozen meals and warming leftovers. Plus it has plenty of pre-programmed settings allowing you to share some popcorn with your new roommates. There are also 6 quick start settings by pressing keys 1 to 6. We love the sleek stainless finish, but it's also available in Black and White.

Dash Compact 2 qt Air Fryer: was $69 now $41 @ Wayfair
You'll be guaranteed tasty food with one of the best air fryers, and this compact appliance will look stylish in your dorm. It's also super easy to use, with two dials for temperature and time. While you won't be cooking a whole chicken, it has plenty of capacity while you're away from home, and won't monopolize your room, as it measures 8.1 x 9.5 x 12.5 inches, similar to a coffee maker. 

Toshiba Small 3-Cup Rice Cooker: was $89 now $79 at Amazon
With 8 cooking functions, this rice cooker is small and mighty. The settings include: white rice, quick cook, brown rice, mixed grain, slow cook, porridge, cake and egg. This smart rice cooker senses the moisture in the rice and adjusts the temperature and cooking time for perfect rice. It features a large LED display for easy programming and a Keep Warm, Reheat and Timer Delay button. Accessories include a measuring cup, spatula and soup ladle.

Cuisinart PerfecTemp Cordless Electric Kettle: was $99 now $80 @ Best Buy
With six different preset temperatures you can protect your tea from over brewing for the perfect cup. It also brings water to a boil super quick and keeps it at temperature for 30 minutes, meaning if you get distracted with your studies, it won't need reheating. It's no smaller than standard kettles, but we think it's fast boil makes it a good option for a college dorm and is one of the best kettles around.