Best Laptop Backpacks
Style: 1-Pack |. Size: 15.6 Inch |. Configuration: Bag. Accessory storage pockets for portable mouse, iPod, cell phone and pens.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Unfortunately, there are no corner guards or even any sort of corner padding AT ALL, just the thickness of the fabric. A 2ft fall resulted in a large deformation on the corner of my MacBook."
"This is a pretty nice bag which I bought to store, and carry, my Samsung Chromebook."
"I got it as a computer bag, but have ended up carrying it every day like a messenger bag, even whem I'm not using a computer. I've looked at canvas messenger bags, but most don't have any padding... which I do want for when carrying a computer and this has it."
"The 11.6 inch fit my Google Chromebook perfectly."
"The handle strap is very convenient, wide handle."
"Fits my 11.6 inch Acer Chromebook with charger and mouse or my Samsung Tablet with portable keyboard very well."
"The case was great and fit my Toshiba Satellite snug and securely. "Nah, that's just a once in a blue moon scenario" I told myself after reading it. I shuddered the same phrase as I watched the case fall corner first. Opened the bag to find my 850 dollar laptop with a dented frame and shattered screen."
"The combination of these two problems has led to my laptop suffering corner damage from falling onto pavement when I picked up my bag by the strap, and it decided to let go."
The multi-panel airflow design provides extra comfort and support for your back while the specially contoured shoulder straps are ergonomically designed with added padding for comfort and control. The unique quick-recognition window design makes going through security less of a hassle. Key Features Mobile phone pocket to keep you organized Computer compartment with unique quick-recognition window that makes going through airport security hassle-free Airflow back system to provide extra comfort and back support Water bottle pocket that expands to secure various size bottles Durable ballistic weave fabric Fits most 17-inch laptops. Open Viewing Comparent: Unique quick recognition window design accommodates most 17" laptops. Open Viewing Compartment: Unique quick recognition window design accommodates most 17" laptops.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"I used this backpack to carry my laptop on a two week trip to Europe."
"We were leery about using the Smart Scan feature at O'Hare, but we went rigght through security without ever removing the laptops in either bag."
"The headphones port, the pockets, the padding inside and on the straps (I fill up my bag so it can get heavy) are all well designed and constructed."
"The backpack is great for college or high school students but if you are one who carries every book or has a heavy backpack I would not recommend this bag!"
"I bought this item from amazon seller and just within 2 months its stitches started coming off.. it came with 5 year warranty but when contacted seller they don't provide any warranty and manufacturer provide it only if its purchased directly from them..so bottom line DO NOT BUY...and if you have to buy it from another seller or different website... DO NOT BUY IT FROM HERE... i am attaching picture too.."
"I highly doubt this is an original Swiss Gear product."
"Mark Lachniet on February 17, 2015 wrote "Also fits 17.3" Dell Alienware / 17R2 (2015) " which is why I bought it."
"My old backpack suffered a rip when I accidentally snagged it on a sharp edge (my fault) but had otherwise been the best laptop backpack I had ever owned (of 5). On my backpack it was the zipper for the small compartment at the foot of the bag and all I had in there was a couple of USB flash drives and an iPod cable. I had to use the backpack for a trip with 6 flights involved since I had no other backpack available. Over the course of that trip I realized: - The TSA/Equiv do not recognize the backpack as ScanSmart and every time I was told to remove my laptop despite my opening the backpack per SwissGear instructions. - The top handle is set too far back to be able to place the backpack on a rolling 22" cabin-baggage rollaboard case and hold both the backpack handle and the rollaboard handle in one hand."
Style: 1-Pack. Organizational compartments for pens, keys, and cell phone.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"This is a solid backpack with lots of room and compartments. The second compartment is not as deep or wide as the other pockets but goes down the whole length of the backpack. The rear compartment has a padded area for the laptop, a shallow pocket and another huge area that's as big as the 3rd compartment. The front compartment is padded, the handle is padded, the shoulder straps are very well padded and the areas that will be pressing against your shoulder blades and lower back are thickly padded, too."
"Things I like about this laptop backpack... + Economical retail price makes it a good choice for those on tight budgets. + Side cinch-latch system for making the backpack's depth greater or smaller. - The nylon that separates compartments is very thin, and feels like it could easily tear or be punctured. - Light to medium-weight canvas construction is on par with its price point, but this backpack could be improved with just a slightly heavier material choice. 8/5/14**. Made in China for AmazonBasics, I think this backpack is OK for its price and features, but if I were purchasing one, I'd spend a smidge more and go with another option. My favorite is the Rosewill 15.6-Inch Notebook Computer Backpack (RMBP-11001) - I personally own two of them and have given them as gifts which were well received - offers better laptop protection, plenty of storage (pockets), and has superior construction to this model, for only slightly more money."
"It held all my tools I needed: multi-tool, screwdriver, crimps, diag-cutters, adapters, notepads, pens, markers, cables, 17" laptop and charger, iPad Air, work gloves, flashlight, spare parts, etc. Lately I have been traveling with this bag on commercial flights as checked luggage, maybe twic, since I carry so many tools for my work. In my experience, manufacturers skimp on the zipper quality, causing it to easily crack or completely break if you try to pry at it with needle-nosed pliers or screwdriver."
Best Laptop Bags
Style: 1-Pack |. Size: 15.6 Inch |. Configuration: Bag. Accessory storage pockets for portable mouse, iPod, cell phone and pens.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Some reviewers have said the plastic snaps break on the shoulder strap, so I don't know if I'd carry my heavy 17" laptop in it, but as a briefcase it seems sturdy enough if not overloaded."
"I got it as a computer bag, but have ended up carrying it every day like a messenger bag, even whem I'm not using a computer. I've looked at canvas messenger bags, but most don't have any padding... which I do want for when carrying a computer and this has it."
"This laptop case is a great case!"
"I fit my 14 inch chromebook and 10 inch tablet in the big and smaller pockets respectively, both which are tucked inside neoprene sleeves."
"I'm quite happy with this bag."
"The case was great and fit my Toshiba Satellite snug and securely. "Nah, that's just a once in a blue moon scenario" I told myself after reading it. I shuddered the same phrase as I watched the case fall corner first. Opened the bag to find my 850 dollar laptop with a dented frame and shattered screen."
"The combination of these two problems has led to my laptop suffering corner damage from falling onto pavement when I picked up my bag by the strap, and it decided to let go."
"The clips are also a little awkward, and were partially responsible for the accident that broke my laptop screen. However when I got to work and pulled it out the corner of my touchscreen had cracked pretty badly."
Best Laptop Bags, Cases & Sleeves
Style: 1-Pack |. Size: 15.6 Inch |. Configuration: Bag. Accessory storage pockets for portable mouse, iPod, cell phone and pens.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Some reviewers have said the plastic snaps break on the shoulder strap, so I don't know if I'd carry my heavy 17" laptop in it, but as a briefcase it seems sturdy enough if not overloaded."
"I got it as a computer bag, but have ended up carrying it every day like a messenger bag, even whem I'm not using a computer. I've looked at canvas messenger bags, but most don't have any padding... which I do want for when carrying a computer and this has it."
"This laptop case is a great case!"
"I fit my 14 inch chromebook and 10 inch tablet in the big and smaller pockets respectively, both which are tucked inside neoprene sleeves."
"I'm quite happy with this bag."
"The case was great and fit my Toshiba Satellite snug and securely. "Nah, that's just a once in a blue moon scenario" I told myself after reading it. I shuddered the same phrase as I watched the case fall corner first. Opened the bag to find my 850 dollar laptop with a dented frame and shattered screen."
"The combination of these two problems has led to my laptop suffering corner damage from falling onto pavement when I picked up my bag by the strap, and it decided to let go."
"The clips are also a little awkward, and were partially responsible for the accident that broke my laptop screen. However when I got to work and pulled it out the corner of my touchscreen had cracked pretty badly."
Best Laptop Bags, Cases & Sleeves
Style: 1-Pack |. Size: 15.6 Inch |. Configuration: Bag. Accessory storage pockets for portable mouse, iPod, cell phone and pens.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Some reviewers have said the plastic snaps break on the shoulder strap, so I don't know if I'd carry my heavy 17" laptop in it, but as a briefcase it seems sturdy enough if not overloaded."
"I got it as a computer bag, but have ended up carrying it every day like a messenger bag, even whem I'm not using a computer. I've looked at canvas messenger bags, but most don't have any padding... which I do want for when carrying a computer and this has it."
"This laptop case is a great case!"
"I fit my 14 inch chromebook and 10 inch tablet in the big and smaller pockets respectively, both which are tucked inside neoprene sleeves."
"I'm quite happy with this bag."
"The case was great and fit my Toshiba Satellite snug and securely. "Nah, that's just a once in a blue moon scenario" I told myself after reading it. I shuddered the same phrase as I watched the case fall corner first. Opened the bag to find my 850 dollar laptop with a dented frame and shattered screen."
"The combination of these two problems has led to my laptop suffering corner damage from falling onto pavement when I picked up my bag by the strap, and it decided to let go."
"The clips are also a little awkward, and were partially responsible for the accident that broke my laptop screen. However when I got to work and pulled it out the corner of my touchscreen had cracked pretty badly."
Best Backpacks
Easy access laptop and iPad compartment separate from roomy main compartment. Front, large, U-zip pocket for quick access essentials.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I needed to replace my old laptop backpack and noticed many colleagues using the SwissGear line. From everything I could learn an all websites, including Amazon, there were 2 models I was interested in. The only difference between these 2 models, besides the color, is this one has a compartment for an iPad opposite the laptop compartment in the section that opens up to lie flat on the airport's scanning conveyor. My only complaint with both packs is I wish it had just a couple of other small zippered sections inside for small miscellaneous items often needed on business trips (e.g. medications, snacks, sunglasses or reading glasses, etc.)."
"ALSO, I've added a picture of some rain that sat on the fabric, and hasn't absorbed after a 30 min train ride. The straps are comfortable when wearing the pack, and the seams are flexible and don't cut into my arms. The Heather Gray fabric is the same water resistant material you find on good quality backpacks, though it looks like cotton canvas in the pics. There's a carabiner on the front (behind the Swiss gear tag in the pic) What are the little loops with up/down arrows at the top of each strap for?"
"I was initially a little concerned about purchasing this pack because of the negative reviews regarding the zipper quality. What happened is the stitching started to come out of the seam around the zipper and was getting caught in the teeth and eventually broke the teeth of the zipper within weeks of owning the pack. I have multiple Camelbak backpacks and several of them are 15-20 years old now and this pack couldn't even last 1/2 a year."
Best Laptop Accessories
12-plug power strip with 8-foot cord, ideal for home or office use.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I have no idea how well the RJ45 phone plugs or the cable protectors work as I don't use them, but the outlets work and Belkin products have not let me down for surge protection in the past."
"They are designed well in the idea that it gives you plenty of space for you small plug ins as well as your larger plug ins, which your typical surge protectors don't have."
"I'm not a huge review writer, but this product and the support provided by Belkin warrants some comments. The product failed within the first 30 days while being hooked up to my computer and a TV. No fuses tripped within my home... something apparently just shorted out inside the unit. They have a process similar to Amazon which allows them to ship you the new product, then you return the defective one to them once the new one is received. This is obviously a huge part of the equation for a $25.00 product and I assume it will be covered eventually once they provide some actual dollar figures about what I will be charged if I don't return the bad one. So I contact CitiBank (my credit card) to notify them of a probable dispute at this point... and they tell me the actual charge was $80.30. Anyway, short version: product failed twice (which to me warrants the one star review alone), Belkin customer service then provides the trifecta of failure. Five days later I received a response that appeared to be written by an actual person (versus an automated reply) that stated. "Thank you for contacting Belkin Technical Support. Please call our customer support department during business hours". So that was great. I never received anything and tracking shows it was returned to their docks almost a month ago, yet they charge me."
"Disappointed that this offers little to no protection...only plus is 8 outlets on a switch."
"It caught on fire and burned my carpet, but it didn't burn the whole house down since I was sitting right next to it."
"The real news: none of Belkin's products, or other similar surge protectors, can protect electronic equipment during a catastrophic surge, such as that caused by a close lightning strike. Such a protector, properly connected by an electrician, will dissipate 85-90% of the initial surge from a lightning strike, and allow a Belkin-type protector, if good enough, to do its intended job. And now, the kicker: they reserve the right to have you mail them all of the equipment you are claiming is damaged--at YOUR expense and with ABSOLUTELY NO GUARANTEE that either you'll get it back or that they'll give you one red cent even after they receive your damaged equipment. And if they do deny your claim after all of this, your only resort is to sue them, and the amount of damages claimed may exceed the limits for small claims court in your state (meaning you'll have to hire a lawyer--have you priced one lately?). First, get yourself a whole-house surge protector, and then, protect all of your electronic equipment (including appliances) with appropriately scaled surge protectors from Monoprice."
Best Hiking Daypacks
You’ll have mesh side pockets for water bottles and umbrellas, along with outside zipper compartments providing quick access to smaller items. RESISTANT TO WATER, WEATHER, AND WEAR & TEAR. We constructed the Outlander Travel Backpack out of highly rip-proof and water resistant nylon, which remains light without sacrificing durability. Folds into zippered inner pocket to fit anywhere. Unfolds from pocket to backpack. This backpack has a roomy main compartment, two front zipper pockets to hold small accessories, one internal zippered security pocket for valuable items and two side pockets for water bottles or umbrellas.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"), sunscreen, boonie hat, baseball cap, glasses case, passport, iPhone, charger, socks...basically everything I needed for a day PLUS contingencies (sans towels). The incredibly lightweight material feels pretty strong for normal wear and tear, and it's relatively water resistant. I'm a big dude, and, while I looked like a tween girl with a mini-backpack, I was totally comfortable in this pack, and it easily went on and off."
"I wanted a smaller, lightweight bag to carry a few items for myself and my 2 dogs while hiking, especially during camping trips."
"Ive been hiking with this bag over the last few weeks."
"I needed a packable, waterproof backpack for my trip to Brazil and this was perfect!"
"I bought several nylon backpacks on Amazon prior to my trip last month, to determine which size or brand that I would like. The side pockets easily hold my either or both a 12oz or 16oz stainless steel water bottle, or my sunglasses. This pack nicely survived a two-week trip to Europe last month as my purse and daypack, as we traveled by bus and train. It carried all of my usual "purse" items as well as an extra shirt, socks, snacks, pill organizer, with room to add a few souvenirs. The other brand of similar backpacks were not as comfortable on me, and one had annoyingly loud material (I think that was the MCIRCO 20L). Both sizes fold back neatly into a little pouch, but frankly, I can't see me ever putting them away. I also bought an Outlander (33L) in Black for my husband to carry, but he didn't mind the dark purple color."
Best Laptop Briefcases
Style: 15.6-Inch Laptop Attache. Front pocket features a wide base for bulky items like a power brick, Top-load access allows you to easily slide your laptop in and out.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"So this one case will easily fit my phone, 7-inch tablet, my Ultrabook, and chargers for all of them, in addition to my (full sized) external mouse, and I have lots of room to spare."
"I was able to put my Spectre laptop (in the sleeve that comes with it) with charger, Samsung Tab S 10.5 in it's keyboard case with charger, a small Bluetooth mouse, stylus, and pen."
"NICE bag for a laptop, ipad or other tablet."
"There's virtually no room for anything but the laptop in the main pouch, leaving the side pouch the only place for power cords or additional papers."
"It has just the right amount of pockets and compartments to put all of your accessories away (smart phone, power cables, thumb drives, etc). There has been one situation where my laptop bag fell 3 or 4 feet from the rental car shuttle bus seat down to the bottom of the entryway stairs... and everything was fine."
"I loved everything about this bag, until the seam connecting the handle gave out. In my opinion, there was not enough material in the seam (seam margin = 4mm)."
Best Laptop Sleeves
Spill-resistant Exterior. Canvas exterior layer with waterproof polyester to against water, dust, dirt and scratches. External dimensions: 16 x 11.5 x 1.5 inches, internal dimensions: 15.6 x 11 x 1.1 inches, compatible with 15" MacBook Pro, most 14-15.6" laptop computers.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I thought for sure it wouldn't handle my laptop charging cable, phone charging cable, and mouse; but this thing fit all of them with room to spare and still zipped perfectly. I purchased the 14-15.6 inch and it fits my 15" laptop perfectly (HP Envy TS m6 Sleekbook). Granted, it hit carpeted floor, but the case protected my laptop beautifully. This case wouldn't prevent a car running over it or something; and if you dropped it on concrete the impact may damage the inside of a laptop, but it definitely wouldn't have a scratch on it!"
"That meant making it for interior and exterior materials and showcasing the sizing on something smaller, but hopefully this helps highlight what I am saying on sizing and design aspects anyhow. Please note that this was supplied for sampling purposes and hopefully the review addition showcases what it looks like outside of the product page."
"What they don’t show you is the zipper on the side pocket, which makes it a good spot for anything that likes to fall out of bags."
"I spent a long time looking at the available cases on Amazon and decided that this one looked good."
"Case is excellent, the price is excellent!"
"Great little case, perfect for the Surface book (pen included) and a nice side pocket for the Power supply."
"I wanted to get a protective bag for my new 13" Macbook Pro. With this bag, I did."
"On one hand, I wish there are pocket on each side but then again, when I use my laptop, sometime I don't even take it out of the case entirely; instead, I have it sit on the pad (the side without pocket) with the case open so I guess having a flat side comes in handy for that."
Best Laptop Folio Cases
Ultra slim light weight hard case has 8oz in weight and 1.2mm in thickness. Snap on design, easy on and off; Fully vented for heat disbursement; Fully access to all ports and features, plug your charger, cable or headset without removing the case.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I should have read the reviews more carefully because this was noted, but there is not back corner protection."
"So if you're looking for a heavy impact, shock absorbing laptop armor, this is not for you! Others have said that the keyboard cover has made typing harder, but personally I think it made it easier because 1. it made the keys a little thicker/ higher from the laptop, and 2. it's added a little grip to the keys (I have dry and smooth hands so they don't have much grip, everything just slips)!"
"Now the question is how long the case will last without cracking!"
"This case is pretty nice, it’s got a smooth (not grabby/sticky feel) like a smooth plastic."
"The keyboard cover comes off easily around the edges, and it's not as smooth to glide your fingers across since t's rubber, but it does work well to keep crumbs/dust out of the keyboard (I'm typing with it on now.)."
"Fits my son's new MacBook Pro perfectly--and he likes it--so I feel much better about him walking around campus with a pricey laptop in his backpack."
"And the transparent parts of the keyboard protector don't line up perfectly with the keyboard."
"I had eagerly look forward to my package arriving, however, that excitement was quickly replaced with disappointment."
Best Laptop Shoulder Bags
Overbrook tote bags offer high style along with affordable durability for everyday use. Large Everyday Carryall - Useful interior and exterior pockets, plenty of space for items, and a convenient laptop area make this perfect for business, casual, and all-purpose use.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I bought this tote bag for my laptop initially for traveling and later use for work."
"The leather is nice quality and the inside is exactly the right size for my laptop and small amounts of papers and notebook, laptop cords, mouse and headphones."
"There is plenty of room for your power cord and any other items that you would want to carry, books, wallet, makeup etc."
"I love this bag, I wanted something that would fit my laptop (I have a large 15" laptop) securely and had extra room for some folders this is perfect, it also has side pockets on both sides for pens, glasses, keys, and other small items, and a zippered pocket inside."
"I have an older (thick) laptop that I was having troubles finding a nice bag for."
"It is large enough for a small laptop, 1 1/2" binder, folder, etc., without being uncomfortable to wear on the shoulder."
"The only downside is that the material used on the inside of the bag is a little stiff and crinkly sounding when I reach to get things inside."
"Bought this to tote my 15.6" Dell laptop, power cord, mouse and a few files for business presentations."
Best Laptop Messenger Bags
After your huge support to our brand Komal's passion leather , we are glad to introduce komalC , our new luxury yet affordable brand in high end buffalo leather. 2 big front pockets to carry cellphones/ wallets / small books etc / Designed by komal Chaudhari ( komal's passion leather) Can be used as a laptop bag , leather messenger bag , leather briefcase , courier bag.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"It arrived nicely packaged with a personal signed note from the maker. I actually used a little bit of mink oil to darken parts of the leather and it turned out beautiful - see last two photos."
"I searched for several weeks for a professional-looking bag to carry my 15" Macbook Pro, my charger, pens, and a few notebooks and books. I also knew that I preferred a distressed leather bag with slide-in buckles and a very sturdy shoulder strap (that wouldn't stretch out with use). It came as a lighter color than is pictured, but I bought a $5.00 can of mink oil and rubbed it down. The leather is very sturdy and holds up well when the bag is sitting on the floor...it doesn't fall over like a lot of the more expensive bags. The only issue I've had with the bag is that after about a week of use (carrying it to work and school and back), one of the slide buckles will no longer hold (it just slides out) and keeps the flap from securing on one side."
"I wanted leather, I needed to hold a 15" laptop, I wanted a bag large enough to hold my every day carry items (EDC) as well as being durable and professional looking. Fits perfectly in the bag with the laptop and makes quite the dynamic duo that has gotten me tons of compliments."
"Beautiful bag, awesome high quality leather and high quality parts with awesome customer service."
"The bottom line though is that he's simply using it the way it should be used, that is, stuffing alot into it and carting it back and forth from class to class so I certainly wouldn't say that it's out of the ordinary but it probably sees more use than most. Anyway, since August, the stitching has pulled out in many spots, mostly around the top of the bag which sees more wear from opening and closing."