Matein Travel Laptop Backpack [Review]

Rated as one of the most popular backpacks available on Amazon, the Matein Travel Laptop Backpack (15.6 inch version) is an affordable option for everyone from students and commuters to travelers alike.

This backpack can be divided into three major compartments: the main compartment, the front organizer compartment, and the rear laptop compartment. The main compartment is where you will find the bulk of your storage, and we found that you can easily pack bulkier notebooks, binders, and textbooks into this compartment or a couple of days' worth of clothing and toiletries.

The second major compartment is the front organizer compartment, which features smaller pockets for items like pens, a phone, and small notebooks. There is even a detachable leash for your keys. In the rear is where you'll find the laptop compartment, which features a padded sleeve for a laptop up to 15.6 inches, plus an additional non-padded sleeve for a tablet. This rear compartment is also roomy enough to pack additional notebooks or for a second laptop inside a laptop case.

The quality of the Matein Travel Laptop Backpack is surprisingly good for the price, with a mid-weight polyester exterior and metal zippers. Not to mention features like an exterior USB charging port and great pocket variety that punches above its price point.

However, it doesn't come close to the quality of a more expensive backpack, and you will start to see that in the small details. For example, the water bottle pockets are made of cheap mesh and are a little too shallow to securely hold tall bottles, and the interior lining is on the thinner side, which questions its durability after heavy use.

Despite its flaws, for $30 you really can't go wrong with this backpack, and we definitely recommend it for students, commuters, and travelers looking for a reliable laptop backpack on a budget.

What we like

• Affordable price makes it perfect for students and travelers on a budget

• Three compartments so you can organize your carry into different packing zones

• Integrated USB charging (bring your own power bank)

• Lots and lots of pockets for organization

What we don’t like

• Lining and stitching on the inside is pretty flimsy and we question it’s longevity. However, the overall quality is about on par with bags in this price point.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 18” x 12” x 7.8” inches

• Capacity: Unspecified (we would guess around 25L)

• Weight: 1.56 lbs

• Materials: Polyester

• Laptop Sleeve: Up to 15.6”

• Tablet Sleeve: Up to 12.9” iPad Pro

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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eBags Professional Slim Laptop Backpack

When it comes to organization, very few work backpacks come as close to the thoughtful design of the eBags Professional Slim. The bag does two things very well; organizing your stuff and keeping a slim and professional look that won’t look out of place in a corporate setting.

The backpack can be divided into 3 sections; the front organizer zip pocket and “garage” pocket on the bottom, the main compartment with L-shape zip access, and finally the padded laptop compartment.

eBags offers this bag in two sizes - the eBags Professional Slim (21.6 liters) and the smaller eBags Professional Slim Junior (16.7 liters). The specs on this page are for the regular 21.6 liter version.

What we like

• Tons of useful organizers and pockets. Great for daily work commuting or business trips.

• Water bottle pocket can be tucked away when not in use.

• Great for those with large laptops (fits up to 17-inches)

What we don’t like

• At almost 4 pounds, the backpack is a bit on the heavy side considering its size.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 18” H x 12.75” W x 8.5” D

• Capacity: 21.6L

• Weight: 3lbs 13oz

• Materials: 840D & 900D Twisted Dobby Fabric

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 17”

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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Samsonite Tectonic 2 Backpack

The Samsonite Tectonic 2 is a versatile backpack for those who need a reliable backpack for school, work commutes or traveling. Its tough ballistic polyester design looks mature enough to be carried into the office while it’s large main compartment is perfect for carrying large books on campus or extra clothes while traveling.

What we like

• Roomy main compartment is perfect for overnight stays, daily school/work carry or travel.

• Fleece lined top pocket is a nice touch. Perfect for glasses, headphones, etc.

• Includes trolley sleeve and can be carried on luggage handles while traveling.

What we don’t like

• Front zipper pocket can become hard to access when the main compartment is full.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 18” H x 13.3” W x 8.6” D

• Weight: 2.6 lbs

• Material: 1060D Polyester

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 17”

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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Everki Titan Backpack

The first thing you’ll notice about the Everki Titan is its size. At 40 liters, the Titan is large enough to carry all of your daily or travel essentials without fear of running out of pockets or compartments. The bag itself is split into 3 main areas; the TSA-friendly laptop compartment, a main compartment and a front organizer compartment for smaller items. Add in tons of other pockets, organizers and hidden compartment and you have a monster of a backpack that’s perfect for busy commuters or travelers.

What we like

• TSA checkpoint friendly laptop compartment that lays flat.

• XL laptop compartment - Most backpacks can only fit laptops up to 15-inches while the Everki Titan has room for laptops up to 18.4 inches.

• Lots and lots of pockets and organizers for small items.

What we don’t like

• This backpack is huge yet the main compartment is lacking. It’s not roomy enough to pack multiple days of clothes or larger items.

• No trolley luggage pass through which is a huge con for us since this backpack can really heavy when full.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 21.25” H x 15” W x 8.26” D

• Capacity: 40L

• Weight: 4.32 lbs

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 18.4”

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Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Slim Backpack

The Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Slim is a rugged business backpack that covers all of the basics while still being stylish and sophisticated enough to wear to the office. The Xenon 3.0 Slim can be split up into 3 main sections; the padded laptop compartment, a main compartment with mesh pockets for accessories and a full panel organizer on the front.

Samsonite offers the Xenon is a variety of sizes; the Xenon Slim as seen here, the larger Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Large and the more petite Samsonite Xenon 3.0 Small.

What we like

• Stylish and slim profile is sophisticated enough to wear to the office or on business trips.

• Front organizers and pockets inside main compartment are great for storing tech accessories such as cables and chargers.

• Great carry-on or airline personal item backpack. Small enough to fit underneath most airline seats.

What we don’t like

• Little padding on the bottom of the backpack to protect laptop from falls and bumps.

• Thicker 15-inch laptops (such as gaming laptops or older models) may have issues fitting in the laptop compartment.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 16.5” H x 12” W x 6” D

• Weight: 2.1lbs

• Material: 1680D Ballistic Polyester

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 15.6”

Where to buy

Buy on Amazon

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