Whether you're a writer, photographer, or someone with a long commute to work, backpacks are the most efficient way to carry a full day's worth of gear. Thousands of tech backpacks are available, ranging from plain empty bags to more specialized options with dividers, pouch, and pockets galore. The best backpacks are for tech.

Peak Design Everyday Backpack V2 20L on a couch

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One of the most recognizable backpacks is made by Peak Design. The company makes bags that are both stylish and functional. Many of us on the team use a bag that was created from the result. The Everyday Backpack V2 can be configured in 20 and 30 liters.

The magnetic flap on the top of the bag helps keep others out, and is the same on both bags. The flap and the rest of the backpack are protected by a coating that repels water. There are four metal bars on the front of the bag that you can use to adjust the bag's storage capacity and make it harder for people to get into it.

The bag opens from the sides and you can rearrange the dividers to fit your belongings perfectly. The Everyday Backpack V2 has hidden pockets that hold everything from water bottles to small tripods, as well as extendable pockets that hold everything from water bottles to small tripods. Peak Design makes a tripod that fits in the Everyday backpack's side pockets.

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Compared to the original Everyday Backpack, the V2 has a rounder, sleeker design with more flexible mesh compartments and smoother zippers that shouldn't break as often. New magnets keep the luggage passthrough and straps tidy when not in use and the straps have been upgraded with better padding.

The Everyday backpack V2 is expensive. If you do a lot of travel and need a bag that can hold up to regular use and adapt to your carry load, it's a good investment.

Matein Travel Laptop Backpack 17 Inch on a table

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Do you not want to spend a lot of money on a backpack? The man is here to fulfill your needs. The cheapest laptop backpack on the market, the Matein Travel laptop backpack 17 inch, provides a lot in its cheap bag. The flap can be opened at 90 and 180 degrees to fit your gadgets. It has a lot of things in it. It looks modern as well.

You will get a 17-inch laptop sleeve from matein. There are a few hidden pockets, but not much else. Even though the tech backpack is resistant to water, it doesn't mean it will hold out against heavy rain. Don't live dangerously and throw this backpack in the water.

The backpack is available in gray, black, or yellow. There is only one 17 inch model. If you're going to travel with your tech, the Matein backpack is useful. It will fit in the airplane storage cubbies perfectly. The bag can be folded open at a wide angle to make it easier to check it at the airport.

The price of the Matein tech backpack is the most attractive. It is the most budget-friendly tech backpack on the list. The Matein Travel laptop backpack 17 inch provides a bare bones experience with some user oriented features sprinkled here and there for good measure. It's our favorite inexpensive tech backpack.

Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II backpack worn by a person standing in a dirt biking rally

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Lowepro is one of the largest brands in camera bags and the ProTactic is one of the company's flagship offerings. The front opens to reveal a huge compartment with lots of rearrangeable dividers. There is room in the back for a 15-inch laptop and you can put your most important gear in the top of the back.

An included tech organizing pouch, additional compartment for essential items, and mesh padding keep your back cool and comfortable. The ProTacticBP 450 AW II is meant to be able to handle a heavy load without straining your shoulders.

The Peak Design Everyday Backpack v2 is a better bag for some users than the ProTacticBP 450 AW II. It's not cheap but you get more for your money. It is a mid range tech backpack. The mid-range bag is similar to a mid-range phone in that it has a lot of upper-tier features at a good price.

Buying into the brand's 'ecosystem' will benefit you even more if you choose to carry Lowepro's tech bag. Companion accessories and add-ons are made by the company. The modular upgrades fit with the backpack as they are designed to complement the bags from the brand.

Fjallraven Foldsack No. 1 worn on both shoulders as seen from the back

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Fjallraven has made a name for itself by using sustainable materials in its products. The Fjallraven Foldsack No. 1 is made of recycled and eco-friendly materials. This backpack is made by the Swedish bag maker. It's a durable substance that can be used for a long time.

The Fjallraven Foldsack No. 1 has buttons at the opening that allow for more gear to be put in. It's possible to fit a laptop that's up to 15 inches inside. There are places to keep your keys and other small items. You can put away any more items that you want in a large zip up pocket.

The green backpack is designed to be comfortable and large. The bag's back panel is padded to cushion the heavy carry load you will bear while wearing it. Clever mechanisms are not part of the security equation. The dual straps on the front of the Foldsack No. 1 keep your backpack closed. The tug will be felt if unfriendly hands wander into your bag.

The eco-friendly tech backpack from Fjallraven is less expensive than anything from Peak Design or Lowespro. The Foldsack No. 1 brings a lot to the table, even though it doesn't offer many dividers or water bottle pouch. The bag looks great, it has a lot of space on the inside, and it lasts a long time.

NOMATIC Travel Pack 30L lying open on a counter at an airport

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The Nomatic Travel Pack is a gorgeous backpack that can expand from 20L to 30L, giving you the best of both worlds. The Travel Pack can be changed from a lightweight day bag to a travel ready bag in a matter of seconds.

Along with storage expansion and great looks, the Travel Pack also has a protected pocket for tablets and a laptop compartment that folds out to make it easier to pass through the airport security checkpoint. The Travel Pack supports compression packing cubes for storing small articles of clothing, as well as a mesh dividing wall inside the bag to separate items.

The ashy hue is the only other color option that you won't find. The NOMATIC Travel Pack is a good one. The cost could be the only complaint about this solution.

It's a good investment if you don't upgrade your backpack for a long time after this purchase. There is more than enough space in the NOMATIC Travel Pack to fit a 15-inch laptop, keys, phones, cameras, and more.

TIMBUK2 Authority Laptop Backpack Deluxe on a flat white surface

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The bag is simple and easy to use.

TIMBUK2 has a wide range of backpacks at just about any price point, and the authority laptop backpack is a beautiful blend of affordability, style, and function. Like many of the other packs in this list, it's a slim bag with a variety of color options that has pockets large and small for organizing your things, as well as an extendable side pocket to hold a water bottle.

sternum straps that can be tucked back into the shoulder straps when you're not using them, along with a mesh back panel help keep your back and shirt dry, are included in the TIMBUK2 authority laptop backpack. Not everyone has a MacBook, which is why the authority laptop backpack is great.

There's a place for you to keep your keys while you're out, and compression straps at the bottom of the bag allow you to carry a large jacket, blanket, or whatever else you want. The backpack from TimBUK2 is made from recycled materials. The brand provides a lifetime warranty for all of its products.

If TIMBUK2's warranty is not up to par, you can return the 28L authority laptop backpack for a full refund. The company will repair your tech backpack for you.

Herschel Little America Backpack Classic

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Herschel Supply Co. creates timeless pieces that never go out of style. The Herschel Little America backpack comes in three different sizes, but the Classic 25L variant is the best suited for tech carryalls. The classic black option with brown saddles is our favorite version of the bag.

The Little America Backpack Classic doesn't have water resistance, but it has a lot of storage space. The backpack's straps are fastened with magnets, the back panel is made of mesh, and the shoulder straps are comfortable. It is made of nylon andPolyester. There is a built-in compartment for storing a 15-inch laptop.

There is a small pocket on the outside, but you won't find a side pocket to hold your bottle. Hershel lined the insides of the Little America backpack with fleece to protect it from being damaged. There are a few hidden compartments to keep your personal effects safe.

The Herschel Little America Backpack Classic has a number of features that make it stand out from the crowd. The 25L tech backpack is an attractive price tag, making up for its humble drawbacks.

The best tech backpack based on trial and experience

If we had to choose, the Peak Design Everyday Backpack V2 would be the best backpack. The Everyday Backpack is a versatile bag that works equally well as a camera bag or a light day pack, and it has been used by nearly half a dozen people on the team.

The collapsible dividers have been incredibly useful for me, since I can adjust the sub-dividers on the fly without having to remove and relocate the Velcro walls, which allows me to safely store small glasses during travel. It's especially nice when you're carrying heavy gear because the padded straps make it much more comfortable.

It's an expensive backpack, but that money is going towards a bag that you won't need to replace for a long time. If you're a photographer or videographer who needs precise organization and quick access to their gear, the Peak Design Everyday Backpack V2 is a great investment.