6 Best Osprey Backpacks for Laptops (Commute, Work, Travel)

Osprey Transporter Flap Laptop Backpack

If you’re looking for an everyday bag that won’t look like everyone else’s, the Osprey Transporter Flap Backpack is a definite favorite. This bag feels and looks like a regular knapsack, but its sleek interior and pockets are made to fit today’s world.

There are several organization pockets for various-sized items on the inside that are easy to get to once you open the bag. You can easily store your phone, books, keys, and a water bottle. Of course, there is also a padded laptop pocket and tablet sleeve. It can fit 15-inch laptops. Inside the flap is also a “secret” pocket for easy-to-reach items.

Night commutes are also made safer with reflective straps. You get a blinker light attachment so you’ll be visible to traffic when you’re cycling home.

The material is very durable but also very soft. The only drawback is the bag has a narrow bottom and won’t stand up when put on the floor. And, you have to open the main compartment to reach everything inside it.

Overall, a great Osprey computer backpack you won’t regret buying.

Osprey Arcane XL Laptop Backpack

The Osprey Arcane XL Laptop Backpack is one of Osprey’s newer offerings with a more urban look than we are used to. They use a thicker and more old-school material that will definitely last you for years to come.

As always with Osprey the features are well thought out and very handy. From the easy to access side laptop panel, that fits 16-inch laptops. To the front organizer panel with slots for everything, and a key clip.

There is also a large internal compartment with a document holder (or a tablet) and a handy front pocket for things like your phone, electronics, umbrella, etc.

The drink bottle pocket on the side is another of Osprey’s great designs as it offers access while wearing the pack (instead of having to contort your shoulder to reach it.

My only beef with this laptop backpack is that it only fits a 16″ laptop, whereas many people work or travel with a 17″ laptop.

All in all, a great daily commuter backpack or school laptop backpack with a modern style you will love!

Osprey Comet

The Osprey Comet has one big feature, and that’s its 30 L capacity. This is the largest pack in Osprey’s  24/7 Series commuter backpacks and is capable of hauling a big load while maintaining modern aesthetics fit for the urban jungle.

The U-zip opening of the main compartment makes access to your items very easy. It also has a laptop compartment with direct zip access and a tablet sleeve. There are two external side pockets that can fit a water bottle or an umbrella.

A scratch-free pocket keeps your sunglasses or fragile items damage-free. And, there is even a spot for your magazines or papers!

Despite its size, the laptop sleeve can only hold up to 15-inch laptops. It also has a narrow bottom making it difficult to stand up straight when placed on the floor.

Osprey Daylite Plus Pack

This popular day hike backpack has smooth lines and a sleek look that can be taken straight to the office. The Daylite Plus Pack is great for any kind of trip whether it’s a few blocks away or up to the summit. But if you are looking for even more space, then also check out the standard Daylite.

Small and lightweight, this backpack is also designed to attach to a number of Osprey’s larger packs and travel bags. On its own, however, you get a lot of functionality fit for your daily commute.

The large zipper panel gives you access to the main compartment. In here you have a laptop sleeve, but all of the other pockets are outside. It has two side mesh pockets to hold a water bottle.

The mesh-covered die-cut foam backpanel provides both comfort and ventilation for your daily commute. If you’re going on a hike, there is a built-in hydration reservoir pocket.

Unfortunately, it doesn’t seem to be very ready for the many gadgets people carry around nowadays. There are no internal pockets so you’ll have to keep your accessories organized some other way. There are no pockets to keep your cards and IDs, so make sure you don’t accidentally lose them in the depths of your bag or fall out the exterior pockets.

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Osprey Tropos

The Osprey Tropos backpack is a breath of fresh air because it comfortably fits a 17-inch laptop. A rarity in the laptop backpack world.

Of course, that means this is a slightly larger and heavier pack at 32L capacity at nearly 3lbs. But you get a lot of different storage options as a result:

• Large main compartment
• Organisational pocket
• Front stash pocket
• Top sunglasses pocket
• Side water bottle pockets

And it comes with a kickstand so you can set it upright on the ground no matter what you are carrying. Plus, Osprey has decided to only use 100% recycled materials that are Bluesign approved in this pack. And yes, they are still as durable as ever.

Osprey Apogee Backpack

Bring a bit of comfort and organization to your daily life with the Osprey Apogee. Part of the Active Everyday Series, this backpack is built like a technical pack with all the trimmings needed for the modern urbanite.

First, there is a scratch-free top pocket for your sunglasses or eyeglasses. Next is a handy organization pocket for all your small and important items like phones, keys, earphones, etc (see above). Finally, the main compartment has a padded sleeve for a 15-inch laptop or tablet, as well as adequate space for various other larger items.

There are also side stretch pockets for more storage such as a water bottle or snacks on the go.

The suspended mesh ventilated back panel ensures you stay dry no matter how long you have this backpack on your back.

This backpack also comes with side compression straps that neatly tuck away in specific slots. Another of Osprey’s clever ideas that they never seem to stop coming up with!

LADIES: The women’s specific version of the pack is called the Aphelia and is pretty much the same pack only designed to fit women’s body shape better.