Best laptop backpack on Reddit

167 reviews from r/backpacks, r/BuyItForLife, r/ManyBaggers and 16 more subreddits

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Osprey

4.5

(13)

"I’ve got an Osprey Nebula 32 that I’m very happy with."

"I have the Osprey Tropos which is similar but I’m guessing a bit larger."

"Just go for Osprey Nebula if 32L is enough for you."

"Idk that it gets much better than osprey."

"Going strong for 8 years so far."

"I have purchased 2 osprey bags. One of them has been all over the world."

"Osprey bags"

"I was looking at the Osprey 26+6 but ended up going for the ULA dragonfly."

"Fits my 16” m1pro perfectly."

"In your budget I would search for Osprey, Deuter or Gregory."

Aer

4.4

(9)

"Aer Travel Pack 3"

"Aer Go Pack 2"

"Aer Day pack 2."

"The Aer Go Pack 2 is 20L and absolutely fantastic (despite being a "packable" bag)."

"Check out Aer backpacks like https://aersf.com/collections/backpacks/products/tech-pack-3-x-pac?country=US"

"Something like the Aer Travel Pack 3 Small: 19 X 13 X 7.5"

"I think this is a fantastic value rn."

"It seems to be very well liked for that purpose, and it is on my shortlist."

"Aer has two slim backpacks and there’s also Minaal."

The North Face

4.1

(8)

"I’ve used them for years and they are unbelievably good."

"North face Borealis/Recon or Osprey Nebula."

"Keep an eye open for sales, usually back to school season has some good deals."

"Look at north face"

"I personally have a TNF Surge and like it quite a bit - it seems like it would fit the bill for you."

"My North Faces have taken a beating."

"North Face Borealis has really good laptop protection."

"I tried a TNF Surge for a little while last summer"

Timbuk2

4.1

(7)

"My favorite's Timbuk2. excellent packs."

"I absolutely adore my timbuk2 backpack that I got as a hand me down."

"I went from a shoulder bag to a Timbuktu and have been very happy."

"I got a large laptop messenger bag ~12 years ago that I used regularly."

"Timbuk2. Good balance of practical, durable, affordable."

"My Timbuk2 backpack works well for my larger gaming laptop."

"It can feel a bit cramped for the price."

Bellroy

4.3

(6)

"Check out bellroy backpacks."

"Checkout the brand Bellroy."

"Look up, the bellroy backpacks, they are excellent."

"Bellroy the newer bags, the top needs to zip!"

"Bellroy is generally considered solid and is designed by folks who really care about packs."

"The Bellroy strap slip issue keeps me away from their backpacks currently."

AER

4.3

(6)

"I think the Aer City Pack Pro fits your requirements pretty well!"

"If its for EDC and office stuff - I would go for the AER."

"I visited an Aer store recently with about 17 pounds of gear."

"Check out Aer City Pack or City Pack Pro."

"I like my aer."

"Have you checked out any of the bags from AER?"

Mystery Ranch

4.6

(5)

"The adjustable harness on their larger framed bags are able to handle anything."

"The wonderful thing about Blitz 35 is the organisation, carrying comfort"

"Mystery ranch bags carry weight really well."

"The 2 Day Assault Pack in small would be good but it's not super light"

"Mystery Ranch is good, Sierra store has some of them on the cheap."

North Face

4.2

(5)

"The recon is a fantastic EDC bag. had mine about 10 years now."

"I can vouche for them, get black though because it will get dirty over the years."

"It does fit. It's fine if you only."

Arctic Hunter

4.8

(4)

"Consider arctic hunter in your choices"

"Arctichunter"

"Try mo etong Artic Hunter 1,149 siya pero nakaflash sale now."

"Try arctic hunter :))) Meron official store sa shopee and lazada."

#10

Tom Bihn

4.8

(4)

"Expensive but I can lift up the bag from the zipper without having second thoughts."

"You might find TB’s Synik line (they have 22, 26, and 30L sizes) a good fit."

"Without a doubt, Tom Bihn. Made in the u.s.a. and the zippers are BURLY!"

"I can’t yet speak from personal experience however r/buyitforlife raves about Tom Bihn brand."

#11

Unknown Backpack

4.3

(4)

"Super great investment siya! water repellent talaga siya."

"Here's a database of options that are 20L or under and will fit your laptop."

"Here's a database of options that some of us here made."

"Minimalist & Spacious: Small laptop backpack provide you an unexpectedly large storage."

#12

Peak Design

4.0

(4)

"Peak design day owl fjallraven topo"

"Peak design."

"I'd look at Peak Design or Mission Workshop for tech organization."

#13

Everki

4.0

(4)

"Everki would be perfect, very professional."

"Everki Not sure about waterproofing though."

"Everki."

"Just keep up on the water repellent coating (it’s not waterproof) not many backpacks are."

#14

LEVEL8

3.8

(4)

"A laptop always needs a good laptop backpack to carry for its safety purpose."

"I have LEVEL8 backpack."

"You may try from LEVEL8."

#15

Samsonite

5.0

(3)

"Samsonite."

"I’d go with a Samsonite. Had mine for years for work now."

"I’d go with a Samsonite. Had mine for years for work now and it still looks great."

#16

Swiss Gear

4.7

(3)

"My kid has a Swiss gear backpack that would fit all your criteria. Large and pockets galore."

"Bought more than 15 years and still looks new!"

"I've had an old Swiss Gear for years. Can't speak to current Swiss Gear / Wenger quality, but don't appear to be much different."

#17

Ogio

4.7

(3)

"Ogio seems to be worth it. 180 bucks and mine has lasted 5-6 years and looks brand new"

"Ogio! Lifetime warranty, very comfy, look decent, tons of space."

"OGIO is a good brand."

#18

Tigernu

4.7

(3)

"Check this backpack from TIGERNU"

"My favorite feature is actually external charging function."

"Tigernu!!! was looking for the same kind of bag din before and i ended up buying one with this brand."

#19

Evergoods

4.3

(3)

"Mukama stock Evergoods bags and a few other makes which are also worth a look."

"Evergoods"

"I’m an evergoods, able carry, tom bihn person (for now)."

#20

Briggs and Riley

5.0

(2)

"I love the Briggs and Riley backpacks. Solid and with lifetime guarantee."

"Briggs and Reilly."

#21

Tumi

5.0

(2)

"Got a Tumi backpack for work, pricey but super durable."

"Tumi."

#22

Chantria

5.0

(2)

"I got mine from chantria! it's so light lang and andaming compartments."

"Sulit na sulit. Well cushioned yung laptop pocket kaya secure ang laptop."

#23

L.L. Bean

5.0

(2)

"Https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/83531?page=super-deluxe-book-pack"

"Https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/124379?page=turbo-transit-pack-40"

#24

GoRuck

4.5

(2)

"I’ve been using a Goruck GR1 for over a decade."

"Love my goruck gr1, but for that budget you aren’t going to get all the features you are asking for and I’d look at jansport instead."

#25

Sfbags

4.5

(2)

"Tons of different designs and tough as hell."

"Sfbags.com."

#26

Waterfield

4.5

(2)

"Waterfield - SFbags.com."

"I recommend most bags from waterfield."

#27

Black Ember

4.5

(2)

"Black Ember Citadel"

"I’m also from Europe and eyeing on either a Black Ember Citadel."

#28

Osprey Daylite Tote

4.0

(2)

"I also recommend the Osprey Daylite Tote."

"Look at the osprey daylite tote."

#29

Arktype Design

4.0

(2)

"Arktype Design Dashpack, fairly small and made in USA."

#30

Swissgear

3.5

(2)

"Consider Swissgear they have always had good warranty."

"I’ve used the Swissgear laptop backpacks. They have a good design overall."

#31

Route

5.0

(1)

"Sa ROUTE kasya ang 15.6 inch na laptop kahit pa gilitan mo HAHAHAH used it got everyday byahe"

#32

Menspe

5.0

(1)

"Try checking this from Menspe"

#33

Cotopaxi

5.0

(1)

"I love my Cotopaxi Allpa 28L Travel Pack."

#34

Pacsafe

5.0

(1)

"I love my pacsafe one. Added bonus of feeling secure on commute."

#35

Manfrotto Essential Camera and Laptop Backpack

5.0

(1)

"[https://www.manfrotto.com/ie-en/essential-camera-and-laptop-backpack-for-dslr-csc-mb-bp-e/](https://www.manfrotto.com/ie-en/essential-camera-and-laptop-backpack-for-dslr-csc-mb-bp-e/)"

#36

GR1

5.0

(1)

"Carried 3 laptops in it before, and its going strong, purchased in 2014, over 150 flights with it and numerous trips to the office or as EDC."

#37

Orla Kiely

5.0

(1)

"I have an Orla Kiely backpack. It's waterproof and very light and comfortable."

#38

MAH 1982

5.0

(1)

"Maganda fabric nya waterproof na, tapos okay din mga stitches plus padded straps."

#39

Knomo

5.0

(1)

"Knomo London. I’ve had mine for years and it’s still in perfect condition."

#40

Patagonia

5.0

(1)

"I travel weekly for corporate meetings and haven’t found anything better than the Patagonia MLC Mini."

#41

Decathlon

5.0

(1)

"This has been a surprise win for me - Decathlon bags are lightweight, distribute weight well, have dedicated drinks/umbrella holders, and can pack a lot in."

#42

Troubadour

5.0

(1)

"I think that the Troubadour Apex Backpack 3.0 would be perfect. It’s waterproof and roomy enough to hold your laptop."

#43

Baggu

5.0

(1)

"Baggu sport rucksack!!"

#44

Von Baer

5.0

(1)

"They have dedicated laptop compartments and are made of premium leather."

#45

TUMI

5.0

(1)

"Is super cute & sleek at the same time."

#46

Chrome

5.0

(1)

"Chrome bags are so over engineered they are beauty in themselves."

#47

Bostanten

5.0

(1)

"I have a Bostanten backpack, super sleek and stylish but still fits my 15" laptop."

#48

Strandbags

4.0

(1)

"I got one from strandbags (strand I think they rebranded to) in 2020 for a uni friendly back pack."

#49

Typo

4.0

(1)

"Typo have some cute bags!"

#50

Kanken

4.0

(1)

"Kanken? Since you're only heading in once a week."

#51

Crumpler

4.0

(1)

"I have had the same Crumpler backpack for over 15 years now."

#52

Caribee

4.0

(1)

"I like this one from big W: Caribee Cub 28L Laptop Backpack."

#53

Nordsce

4.0

(1)

"I have the nordsce Siena and it’s held up well over a few years."

#54

Pakt

4.0

(1)

"Oooh. i'm eyeing this one."

#55

Anello

4.0

(1)

"Https://www.te-koop.ca/products/anello-cross-bottle-backpack-regular-black"

#56

Amazon

4.0

(1)

"You should also get a hard-shell case for it if you're planning on taking to school or work."

#57

Dragonfly

4.0

(1)

"Dragonfly."

#58

Scheel

4.0

(1)

"I have this backpack I got from scheel for like $100 a while back. It’s intended purpose is to carry guns and ammo... But actually it works really good for carrying all my things while I ride my bmx bike around the city."

#59

Vaucluse Gear

4.0

(1)

"You should check out the Ultralight Backpack Ventilation Frame from Vaucluse Gear."

#60

VetoProPac

4.0

(1)

"Trademen seem to talk highly about them, but I’ve never used one myself."

#61

tomtoc

4.0

(1)

"Tomtoc 15.6 Inch Professional Business Laptop Backpack, Premium Cordura Material Waterproof Travel Computer Backpack Rucksack with Large Capacity for Business Men & Women."

#62

Safari

4.0

(1)

"Safari bags have good options, they also do have international warranty"

#63

Able Carry

4.0

(1)

"Your requirements fit the Able Carry Max EDC almost perfectly."

#64

Heimplanet

4.0

(1)

"Consider Heimplanet Transit Line 28L. I use it for exactly the same purposes."

#65

Thule

4.0

(1)

"Thule Accent 23L is on sale for $99 on Amazon right now."

#66

Trakke Waxed Canvas Backpack

4.0

(1)

"Might have something for you."

#67

Incase Icon Backpack

4.0

(1)

"Incase Icon Backpack, Tomtoc Everyday Backpack."

#68

Dainese D-mach

4.0

(1)

"Dainese D-mach."

#69

Chrome Industries Sling

4.0

(1)

"The new chrome industries sling looks sweet."

#70

MAH Oli

4.0

(1)

"Not sure how big your laptop is pero mine is 13 and im using MAH Oli."

#71

Linus Tech Tips

4.0

(1)

"Makes a really nice bag"

#72

Targus

4.0

(1)

"It has plenty of space for the laptop as well as multiple extra zip pockets."

#73

Moment

4.0

(1)

"If you want a separate laptop access then. Moment MTW or Everything."

#74

LLBean

4.0

(1)

"Mine is a Ledge pack, which has been discontinued."

#75

Scorpion Exo

4.0

(1)

"I think it's a Scorpion Exo jacket."

#76

Osprey Tropos

3.0

(1)

"Would say it's not comfortable if you have to carry more than 10 kg."

#77

Victorinox

3.0

(1)

"For a cheap, practical bag, I’d look for the large (20+L size) "lump of zippers" style backpacks, like Victorinox, Swissgear, old High Sierra bags."

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