Finding the right men’s laptop bag can be a daunting task. One quick Google search can send you down a rabbit hole of terrible choices. Since every guy has his own preference, whether it’s carrying their laptop in a modern briefcase or youthfully slinging it over their shoulder via backpack, you’ll want to start by identifying your needs, then seek out a laptop bag that can meet all of them.
Lucky for you, we’ve already done the heavy lifting of finding bags that offer the most style and functionality for your money. This should save you plenty of money and research time in the process. You’re welcome!
Those with some coin to spare will find our No. 1 option, the Peak Design Everyday Messenger, a worthy investment due to its customizable fit and convenient storage. Others who want more performance for a less premium can find incredible value in the runner-up Modoker Vintage, which combines durable aesthetics with portable charging features. The options are endless.
Whether you’re a backpacking student or mobile professional, these best-selling men’s laptop bags will protect your machine during your travels, regardless of your lifestyle.
Still thinking about buying a new laptop or upgrading your current one? We recommend looking over our best laptops page to view the market’s top selections. Undergrads who need a machine and something to carry it in can also check out the best laptops for college and best laptop backpacks to find the perfect pairing.
As we’re getting ready to fly off to cover CES 2024, some of us are excited because we can’t wait to get hands-on with the latest backpacks from several makers. From eco-friendly designs to which backpack has the most compartments, we’re looking forward to finding the backpacks that fit your needs.
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The Peak Design Everyday Messenger is well worth its high price tag when factoring in serviceability and style. It’s spacious enough to carry your MacBook Pro, a mirrorless camera, and multiple lenses, no matter what size bag you choose: 13 or 15 inches. The adjustable strap provides relief for restless shoulders after a long day at the office. While the 500D Kodra exterior isn’t fully waterproof, its wax coating helps raindrops bead up and run off the bag. But can we talk about its signature feature, the Maglatch, for a second? It’s fantastic, allowing for seamless one-handed access to valuables, while automatically fastening itself to the front flap by connecting to series of metal catches. This results in a tight, secure fit that ensures nothing slips out.
Read our full Peak Design Everyday Messenger review.
A clean design, durable fabric and travel-minded dimensions come together to create the Modoker Laptop Backpack. High quality 600D nylon and well-padded shoulder straps ensure comfort throughout the day whether you’re heading out for school, work or the airport. An external USB port offers a convenient on-the-go solution for charging devices. Holding laptops up to 15.6 inches, this bag has six compartments that store daily items from keys to large textbooks. The two additional side pockets add extra room to carry a combination of accessories such as a water bottle and tiny umbrella.
Don’t want to spend a fortune on a bag for the sole purpose of holding all of your daily items? We get it. For a basic messenger bag that looks great, can carry everything you need it to, and costs less than $50, the Herschel Grade Mid-Volume Messenger is a steal. The interior is roomy enough to toss your laptop, charger, and some noise-cancelling headphones in there, while the reinforced carrying handle presents a secondary carrying method when you want to give those tired shoulders a breather. Herschel sells the bag in 13 appealing colorways, including Highlight/Black, Night Camo, Quiet Shade Plaid, and Woodland Camo just to name a few.
Sleek, simple, and practical, the Solo Bryant is a stellar option for road warriors who want space and organization in a durable (and rolling) package. Granted, the bag isn’t fully loaded with compartments or partitions like other models in the category, but it still provides a reasonable amount of space to protect a 17.3-inch laptop and tablets. There’s a second zippered accordion file compartment to store bulky files, along with a front organizer compartment with a few pockets for EDC items. It’s also one of the more travel-friendly rollers, thanks to a telescoping handle that retracts with the push of a button and easy glide wheels that make racing to your gate a breeze.
If all you want is a sleek backpack that can fit your MacBook Air, charging cables, and a PB&J sandwich, feast your eyes on this scene-stealer. The Rains Backpack is made from a smooth-textured vinyl material that looks sexy and is 100% waterproof, meaning it’ll survive heavy downpour on those days you forget to pack an umbrella. More impressive is the bag’s safety system, which uses a combination of magnetic closings and carabiner details that make it extremely difficult for thieves to reach in and grab items. If you think it looks good in black, then you need to check out the other bold colors like Charcoal, Red, True Blue, and Yellow.
Here is another awesome camera bag that doubles as a heavy-duty laptop bag. Peak Design loaded the Everyday Backpack with plenty of storage and padding to guarantee the safety of all of your electronics. It’s large enough to store a DSLR with some extra accessories as well as your laptop, making it easier for shutterbugs to snap and edit their photos on the go. Then there’s the dual-sided compartment design that provides better organization and instant access to devices. Build quality is durable with waterproof aesthetics that protect and preserve the bag’s appearance. We’re also big fans of the magnetic latch that shuts tightly.
The Victorinox Architecture Urban Brunswick Laptop is one of the more sophisticated (and sturdy) briefcases that blends function, form, and fashion superbly. Design-wise, it’s minimal, yet stylish, and pairs perfectly with business outfits. The Victorinox emblem sitting handsomely on the front is basically a stamp of approval for superior quality. There’s a secured zipper pocket that can hold a large laptop or tablet (e.g. iPad Pro 11-inch), depending on your preference. Organizational pockets create room to store other small electronics and utensils too. Most importantly, it features the company’s patented Swiss Tracker Bag Tracking technology, which lets the company locate your misplaced bag after giving customer service your unique ID number.
What the Korin Design ClickPack Pro lacks in looks, it certainly makes up for in compelling features. Let’s start with the triple anti-theft protection system that takes every critical measure to thwart thieves from stealing your bag. This consists of a retractable metal wire lock, TSA-approved lock, and a YKK double layer, explosion-proof zipper. You get the picture. It also has RFID magnetic strips built into the bag to keep your credit cards safe from hackers, plus a USB-charging port to charge external devices. Lastly, the bag has five storage compartments to put away your laptop and other knick-knacks.
A waxed canvas and genuine leather trim give this bag a bold two-tone design that will catch eyes all over the world. It’s decently large and has a padded laptop sleeve to fit a 15.6” MacBook Pro, along with dividers on the inside to better organize your portable electronics and paperwork. Granted it’s disappointing that there are no pockets on the outside, the magnetic latch opens easily enough for you to reach into the bag for what you need. The genuine cowhide horse leather also develops a nice patina over time to give bag a unique look.
There’s nothing wrong with flaunting a designer brand every now and then, but just because this backpack bears the Kenneth Cole logo doesn’t mean its attributes are skin deep. The Brooklyn Commuter comes equipped with RFID protection and EZ-Scan technology, which allows users to pass through airport security checkpoints without having to take out their laptops. All of the compartments you could ask for are here, including a 17-inch laptop slot, padded top pocket for sunglasses, and front slot with a mesh zipper pocket. No matter what color you choose – Black, Charcoal or Navy – expect to look fresh carrying it around everywhere.
