Best Laptop Bags That Are Functional & Stylish — Including Laptop Sleeves, Backpacks & Cabin Luggage  (2024)

Whether you’re on a hybrid work arrangement or just need to be out and about for meetings, doing work using a laptop at any location — a cafe, library or even at a yoga studio in Bali — has become a reality for many of us.

Here’s where a dependable laptop bag comes in handy. Whether it is a laptop sleeve, tote bag, backpack or carry-on cabin luggage, laptop bags have to not only be stylish and complement our lifestyle requirements, but more importantly, also protect our precious electronic moneymaker from harm and damage.

With all these criteria in mind, we’ve rounded up our top 10 picks of laptop bags.

Laptop sleeves

Comfyable Comfyable Puffy Laptop Sleeve 13” in Rice ($47.05)

Hop on the puffy bag trend that’s oh-so-hot right nowwith this laptop sleeve in a quilted pillow design. The exterior is protected by waterproof crinkle nylon while the fluffy fleece interior offers a plush cushion for your laptop. A magnetic closure finally keeps it shut. Pick from various colourways and dimensions.

Finpac 13-inch Hard Laptop Sleeve in Olive ($40.78)

For the clumsier ones among us, you’ll need this. Constructed with a semi-hard EVA shell with anti-scratching polyester to shield against external shock, scratches and bumps, the laptop sleeve’s exterior is made with water- and wear-resistant high-density polyester that encases the 5mm thick padding. The sleeve is finally secured with YKK zips. The sleeve is compatible with 13-inch laptops and tablets and comes in other neutral colours.

Kind Bag Laptop Sleeve in Navy Coffee ($36)

You can do good for the planet while looking good with this laptop sleeve with a bold print. Each sleeve is made with plastic bottles that would have otherwise been dumped into the ocean and landfills. The brand also donates 10 per cent of its annual profits to the British ocean protection agency Just One Ocean. The water-resistant sleeve is compatible with 13-inch laptops and tablets and comes with 1cm thick quilted padding and metal buttons.

Laptop tote bags

Bolosta Laptop Tote Bag in Blue ($42.49)

A sizeable tote bag can double as a laptop and an everyday bag. We recommend picking one with a more structured shape, like this one, so that your items in the bag stay organised. Better yet, it comes with a padded pocket to store a laptop, like this one. It also has other pockets and compartments to hold an iPad, wallet, keys, etc. The bag is made with canvas fabric and leather handles while the lining is polyester. Available in black stripe too.

Lovevook Laptop Tote Bag in Black & Leather ($64.22)

This laptop tote comes in a wide range of colours and contrasting trim options. Made from PU leather, which has waterproofing and wear-resistant capabilities, the bag’s independent padded laptop compartment can also hold A4 documents as well as inner and zipped pockets for better organisation. It also comes with a complimentary clutch bag that you can use to store electronics or makeup.

Multi-functional laptop bags — backpacks, cabin luggage and more

Kenneth Cole Reaction 15-Inch Laptop & Tablet Backpack ($86.13)

If you want to better protect your shoulders and lower back, consider a backpack instead. The Kenneth Cole laptop backpack has a padded pocket that holds up to 15-inch laptops and tablets. The chevron-quilted exterior and interior are made with water-resistant polyester twill. There are two front organiser pockets to keep essentials such as your phone and passport accessible and a trolley strap to attach the bag to a suitcase. It is also available in navy.

Leacat Waterproof Travel Backpack ($46.86)

We chose this Leacat backpack for those who prefer pink and softer colours such as beige and light blue. It is made of water-repellent and wear-resistant nylon and has multiple pockets, both inside and outside, for greater organisation of your laptop, mobile phone and more. The vented base pocket allows you to store a pair of shoes too so you can easily do a short trip with just this bag, or use it as a gym bag.

Moulyan Gym Duffle Bag in Black ($76)

For those who go from the gym to the office or vice versa, a roomy duffle bag should be your bag of choice. This one can be converted into a backpack with its hidden shoulder straps. Otherwise, it holds up to 50 litres and is made with water- and tear-proof polyester. There are dedicated compartments for your laptop, shoes and wet clothing alongside other pockets and compartments. It is also available in dark green and light grey.

Samsonite Underseat Spinner II with USB Port in Jet Black ($159.99)

When it comes to work trips, packing everything in a cabin luggage bag— laptop included— is just more convenient, and looks more professional. Frequent business travellers will love the features on this Samsonite bag. It includes a front pocket that opens to the section that can hold a laptop and tablet while the bigger back pocket can hold enough clothes and toiletries for a short trip. Meanwhile, the multi-directional spinner wheels allow 360-degree rotation together with a telescopic handle for ease of movement. It is also available in purple and blue.

Mark Ryden Business Laptop Case in Black 14 Inch ($23)

If you need a professional-looking laptop bag, this cheap and cheerful option fits right in the boardroom. This sleek Mark Ryden laptop case comes with compartments and pockets to neatly and safely stow away your laptop, mobile phone and other work essentials. It is water-repellent, thanks to the oxford cloth exterior while the bag is secured with a YKK zipper. A luggage compartment strap allows you to hook the bag to your luggage telescopic handles while travelling. There is also a 15.6-inch option.

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