The Best Laptop Backpacks for Work, Travel, and Everything Between (2026) The laptop backpack has evolved from a humble accessory for travelers and commuters into a status symbol of our era's relentless productivity demands.
As we spend more time on the go with our devices, manufacturers have created bags that prioritize functionality over fashion. Adrienne So, a WIRED reviewer, recently put several laptop backpacks through their paces.
Her reviews praised some for their affordability and others for their sleek designs, but also revealed a more nuanced truth: many of these bags prioritize form over function.