Gift Like a Pro: The Argos Student Discounts You Need
- Tamara Olori
- 20 hours ago
- 4 min read
If you’re hunting for Christmas gifts that won’t feel last‑minute — think gift ideas for friends, flatmates, partners, family or, honestly, you — Argos is a seriously strong shout.
With everything from big‑deal tech to cosy home upgrades and storage that saves your sanity, it’s basically the one-stop shop for sorting your whole list in one go.
We’ve reviewed last year’s data to see what students actually bought using their Argos student discount during the festive season, and turned it into a shortcut Christmas gift guide you can steal. Spoiler: Argos was the absolute MVP.
Here’s your curated guide to gift ideas, all inspired by real student hauls.
Top 5 key insights
Premium audio was the undisputed gifting champion
If you were wondering what to get someone who has everything, the answer was clearly top-tier sound. Students were all over headphones and earbuds for gifting (and let's be real, for their own wishlists) such as Beats Solo Buds, Sony WH-CH520 and Apple AirPods.
Perfect for blocking out noisy flatmates during revision, making the commute bearable, or just vibing in a shared house. This is the safe-bet, high-hype gift that says "I get you."
Apple AirPods were basically currency
Honestly, out of all the "premium audio" mentioned above - AirPods were the flex. Apple AirPods and Apple Airpods Pro were flying off the shelves and into students' baskets.
Seeing them dominate the lists tells you everything: they're the ultimate blend of desire, practicality, and gift-ready appeal. If you're looking for a surefire hit for a partner or best mate, this was the golden ticket. Keep your eyes peeled for Boxing Day and New Year promotions, because this trend isn't going anywhere.
Gaming brought the flat together
Consoles and big-name games were a major holiday draw for a reason.
Think cosy winter nights in, battling it out on Mario Kart or getting lost in a new PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X console or . These are the gifts that turn your shared living room into the social hub. Ideal for a joint flatmate gift or that one friend who lives for their gaming setup.
Home comfort had a serious glow-up
Forget boring basics; last year, students were all about the bedroom reset.
Think crisp new bedsheets and duvets like the Argos Home 10.5 Tog Duvet, fluffy towels, and even clever furniture like sofa beds. It was all about creating a cosy, personal sanctuary after a hectic term. This is your sign to bag a bargain, and gift the gift of a proper night's sleep or a cosy corner to a friend (or yourself!).
Organisation was the ultimate self-care
New year, new organised you? Students were already on it. Storage trunks like the Strata 175L Heavy Duty Storage Trunk, neat boxes such as the Argos Home Set of 4 Squares Boxes, and space-saving hacks flew off the virtual shelves. In small rooms and shared houses, these affordable, practical buys are total game-changers.
A perfect, thoughtful gift for the friend who loves a TikTok-worthy tidy room or anyone drowning in uni clutter.
What students were loving last festive season
Product Name | Why Students Love It |
The ultimate noise-cancelling escape for study sessions or the commute. The gift that says "I respect your need to zone out." | |
Flatmate entertainment SORTED. This is the gift that turns a boring night in into a wild virtual adventure. | |
Hide all your chaos in style. The perfect under-bed solution for seasonal clothes or all your course notes. Practical gifting at its best. | |
The big-ticket item for shared houses. Guaranteed to make you the most popular flatmate over the holidays. | |
Because memories > everything. Fuels a night out or a cosy flat Christmas, creating instant physical pics for your wall. |
*Based on products sold at Argos via Student Beans between 1st - 31st December 2024
Why students love shopping at Argos for Christmas gifts
Argos is that reliable friend who always has your back when gifting season gets chaotic.
You can sort everything in one place — tech for your gamer mates, home bits for your flat, thoughtful presents for family, and little treats (or big) just for you. Plus, there’s a huge mix of big-name gadgets and everyday essentials, so your Christmas gifts actually get used long after the tree comes down.
Through Student Beans, you can tap into the best Argos student discounts and make your budget work harder while still showing up with genuinely good presents.
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