The five key considerations when buying a new laptop bag are: protection, storage space, organization, comfort, and style. Most importantly, you will want to find a backpack with a padded, laptop-specific pocket and waterproofing depending on your use.

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Amazon’s Choice, the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L

The Thule Subterra Backpack has an elevated laptop compartment for a 17-Inch laptop and dedicated sleeve for your handheld devices. It has a roomy main compartment for clothes, books and other items; a crush-proof compartment for sunglasses and other fragile gear; a zippered storage pocket for laptop’s power source or other small accessories. Starting at $129.99 here is the link to purchase

Thule Subterra 

Amazon’s Choice, the SwissGear unisex-adult Lightweight

The SwissGear backpack has a polyester lining; zipper closure; rain-proof padded computer section that fits 17. 3-inch laptops and a tablet compartment in its protective sleeve; RFID blocking pocket prevents high-tech identity thieves from downloading and stealing personal information stored on microchips in passport and credit cards; integrated USB port on shoulder buckle which allows you to charge your device on-the-go; and an add-a-bag trolley strap to slide easily over retractable handle system. Starting at $61/99 here is the link to purchase

Swiss Gear

Amazon’s Choice, KROSER Travel Laptop 17 Inch Large Computer Backpack with USB Charging Port & RFID Pockets Water-Repellent

This laptop backpack is made of durable and high-quality water-repellent fabric, measures 18.6”x13.5”x10.8”, fits up to a 17” laptop and weights 3.08 lbs. The separated compartments and pockets provide space for your computer, devices, power banks and more; elasticized mesh external pockets on both sides can hold your umbrella and water bottle; RFID pockets with identity protection function protects date encoded on most IDs, credit cards and passports. The built-in USB port conveniently and safely charges your cell phone by the connected power bank. A luggage strap is available for you to fix the laptop backpack on the trolley of your luggage. Front reflective stripes ensure your safety when biking, running or walking and the air-flow back padding system ensures comfort. This backpack has a sturdy handle with steel cable on the top for carrying, side compression straps to keep the backpack at whatever size you require. Starting at $49.99 here is the link to purchase

Kroser