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Whether you’re traveling for fun or for work, chances are you’re bringing a laptop with you. Computers aren’t just for productivity; you can kill some time in the air by firing up a game or binging on some Netflix content you downloaded prior to your flight. And if you’re not carrying a laptop, then it’s probably a tablet.
Whatever type of computer you choose to travel with, you need a bag that can protect it. Whether it’s a traditional briefcase, a weatherproof backpack, or a carry-on that can also hold a week’s worth of clothes, here are our favorite laptop bags for travel.
Backpacks
Tortuga Setout ($199)
There’s a good reason why travelers love Tortuga bags. They are well-built with highly durable and weather-resistant fabrics, and they’re shaped to fit comfortably. Tortuga’s new Setout series, which we have been using for nearly all our travels as of late, has become our favorite. The Setout Backpack not only can hold a 17-inch laptop and accessories, it has a ton of room for clothes. In fact, it meets carry-on size requirements, yet can fit a week’s worth of clothing if you pack accordingly. There are a ton of extra pockets for accessories, too, and the hip belt helps distribute the weight evenly when the bag is fully loaded (it also has a compartment for things you need to access often, like a phone or passport). From internal padding to the zippers, the Setout feels amazingly strong. For techie nomads who travel out of their suitcases, the Setout is ideal. For short-length travel, the Setout also comes in a smaller size, called the Setout Divide ($179). Don’t have clothes? Tortuga has the Setout Laptop Backpack ($125), which features all the best attributes of the other Tortuga Setout bags, minus the extra space.
Incase EO Travel Backpack ($180)
Incase’s EO Travel Backpack offers plenty of storage space within a compact, multi-purpose design. There’s enough room to fit a 17-inch laptop as well as an iPad, and the portion devoted to computer storage opens flat to help bypass airport security. As an added bonus, the main compartment expands 35 percent, making this backpack ideal for overnight business trips. This allows you to maximize extra space when needed, or maintain a slimmer bag when minimal storage space will do. Padded shoulder straps, breathable mesh paneling, and an adjustable sternum strap are all ergonomic bonuses. A side-mounted handle also allows the backpack to be carried like a briefcase.
The only real complaint would be the aesthetic of the bag when used as a briefcase. If the straps could be concealed, or easily removed, it would look more like a briefcase rather than a backpack with a side-mounted handle. Nonetheless, the overall product is still practical and the clean, with an angular design that will definitely stand out in the crowd.
Osprey Ozone Duplex ($220)
The Ozone Duplex is like having two bags. One, called the Daypack, has padded storage for a laptop and tablet, as well as other essentials. The Cargo Bag, which secures on top of the Daypack, has room for clothes and other gear. The idea is that when you get to your destination, you can detach and leave the Cargo Bag at your accommodations, while the Daypack functions as a regular backpack. The Cargo Bag has a separate shoulder strap, too, should you want to haul each separately. The Osprey Ozone is gender-specific, however — there are two versions, one for men (Duplex 65) and another for women (Duplex 60). If you tend to carry two bags anyway, the Ozone Duplex is a neat two-in-one solution.
Everki Titan ($165)
The Titan is a colossal backpack, one capable of holding an 18.4-inch laptop. This makes it ideal for anyone with a large gaming laptop who travels frequently. Additionally, the bag features several large compartments, so you can store plenty of gear, including laptop accessories and other devices (tablets, handhelds, etc.). The tablet pocket is even lined with felt, making it safe for any screen.
Although it may seem like such a large backpack would be terrible for moving through security, the titan opens up 180 degrees, so it can move through a screening machine easily. The pack’s innovative design also makes it easy to rifle through compartments and grab the specific device you want at any given moment. It may not be the right choice for every consumer, but those with mammoth laptops and an assortment of gadgets will appreciate the Titan’s bountiful pockets and smart organization.
Timbuk2 Collective Festival ($149)
We love a good bag. But, if given one with lots of volume, we will use every inch of it, and that’s not great for weight. If you want to pack light — just the tech essentials, please — or need a second, smaller bag to accompany a duffel or carry-on, we’d recommend using Timbuk2’s Collective Festival. It has room for a 13-inch laptop, a few accessories, and a change of clothes. The bag and straps are also made out of strong materials. As the name suggests, it’s designed for festival goers. As such, the laptop pocket can be used for a hydration bladder, and comes with a rain poncho that serves double duty; it keeps your bag dry, and can be used as a blanket.
Swiss Gear SA9998 ($50)
An ideal pack for backpacking across the world while still keeping your laptop safe, this Swiss Gear model includes a padded laptop sleeve for stashing laptops up to 15 inches in size. It also includes room for pretty much everything else, including office supplies, water bottles, a change of clothes, toiletries, and so on. The padded shoulder straps keep the pack comfortable, and the denier ballistic nylon surface prepares the backpack for rougher conditions, if necessary. If your definition of travel is ambitious and you need a backpack to keep up, this Swiss Gear is worth checking out!
Mancro Water Resistant Laptop Bag ($29)
Simple, affordable, and ideal for rainy cities, this Mancro bag can fit laptops under 17 inches in size, and comes with a built-in USB charging port. There are also more than 10 compartments for housing tablets, phones, chargers, binders, clothing, water bottles, and anything else you may need on the road. The design hits a sweet spot that makes this bag suitable for a business meeting, trade fairs, school, and anything in between. If you’ve been trying to find an affordable laptop bag that still has all the features you need for a busy life/travel plan, you can’t go wrong with Mancro’s water-resistant option.
Briefcases
Booq expandable Taipan superslim for MacBook Pro ($150+)
Since the TSA doesn’t require you to remove a laptop if it’s in a sleeve, you can use the Taipan Superslim 15, provided it’s housing just a laptop. But this bag has a clever trick — the bottom of the case can expand to accommodate additional items. We’re fans of Booq’s camera bags for their quality and design, and the Taipan Superslim 15 has a similar build, one made of water-resistant, lightweight 1680D triple-weaved polyester. Like most of Booq’s aforementioned camera bags, the laptop case also has the Terralinq ID, a unique serial number that could help you recover a bag if lost or stolen.
Lodis Accessories Audrey Brera Briefcase with Laptop Pocket ($328)
For those of you who are concerned with style, it doesn’t get much better than this elite shoulder bag, which comes with a padded laptop compartment, five easy-to-reach card slots, and a host of pockets for storing phones, notepads, cosmetics, and whatever else you may need while traveling. Note that the pockets for devices and cards also come with RFID protection to stop unauthorized pairings. The shoulder strap is detachable, so you can wear this one as you please. Other available shades include red and toffee.
Mobile Edge Alienware Vindicator Briefcase 17″ ($85+)
Utilizing the same design cues and iconic logo as Alienware’s gaming laptops and desktops, the Vindicator can accommodate Alienware’s 18-inch laptop — and other models — with ease. The bag features a checkpoint-friendly compartment, as well as another with enough room for storing all your gaming accessories and gear. It’s perfect for the traveler heading to E3, PAX, Comic-Con, or any gaming convention. Mobile Edge also makes a bunch of other checkpoint-friendly bags (it calls them ScanFast) for different users, in addition to gamers.
Brenthaven Collins Sleeve Plus ($50)
Brenthaven’s Collins Sleeve is the ideal solution for those looking to travel quickly. It comes with a durable, zippered sleeve, as well as handles and high-density padding that allows for more protection than the more casual sleeves on the market can provide. Obviously, it also affords you an easy way to pull out your computer. While the Collins is specifically designed for the Surface Pro 4 — it includes dedicated storage for the Surface Pen and Surface Mouse — it remains compatible with other tablets and hybrid models.
Tumi Alpha 2 T-Pass expandable laptop Brief ($379+)
Understated elegance for the business traveler, the Tumi Alpha 2 opens and folds flat for passing through checkpoint scanners. A separate compartment has dividers to keep your files organized, with enough room for an iPad and other accessories. Inside, there’s a zippered pocket with what Tumi calls Tumi ID Lock; it’s made with a special material that blocks RFID signals, keeping things like credit cards and passports secure from wireless identity theft A pass-through on the back lets you slip the briefcase onto a rolling luggage handlebar. The Alpha 2 is made with Tumi’s FXT ballistic nylon, too, which is tough yet soft. A backpack version is also available.
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