Should I get a laptop bag or sleeve?

If you carry your laptop with you often, a laptop bag may be more practical as it will have more compartments for carrying other items. If you are using your laptop mainly at home or in the office, a laptop sleeve may be a better option as it will be less bulky.



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Protection from Dents, Bumps and Scratches A laptop is expensive, and it is dangerous to carry it without protection. Some laptop users may carry their devices in a laptop bag and feel that they do not require a sleeve; however, any sharp object could scratch the laptop inside the bag.

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A backpack is our favorite way to carry and protect a laptop and other necessities on a commute. It's more ergonomic than a tote or messenger bag, it holds more than a briefcase, and it looks more stylish than a rolling bag. Since 2015, we've tested more than 75 backpacks on buses, trains, cars, bikes, and planes.

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You should use a good quality protective bag specifically ones that are designed to carry a laptop in it. You can get various designs whether you want it in a backpack style or simply like a carry bag. Bags specially designed for laptops carry special compartments where they are provided with the separate spaces.

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Most backpacks and crossbody laptop bags have plenty of cushioning inside the compartments. Usually, a flexible insert covered with padding and fabric will usually protect your laptop from being bumped or jostled around. Laptop sleeves can also provide protection because they're designed to fit snugly around a laptop.

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Measure the size of your laptop and look for a bag that fits exactly or is just a little bigger. If you buy a bag that is too small, you run the risk of damaging your laptop, while a bag that is too large does not protect against bumps and shocks as well.

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Choose a bag with wheels to help you take the load off your spine. Backpack style laptop bags with wide, adjustable and padded straps are an excellent option because they distribute the weight evenly. Bags with a single shoulder strap are not ideal.

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A proper laptop-friendly carry on should have a padded laptop sleeve that ends above the bottom of the bag. The latter is important so that your computer doesn't hit the ground every time you put your bag down. A good laptop backpack will also have pockets for your charger, cords, and other accessories.

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