If your backpack is typically stuffed to the brim with the necessities, you know exactly how tricky it can be to find the right one. We have just the suggestion. One of our favorite backpacks on Amazon has more than 26,000 five-star ratings. The best part? It's under $20.
The Lenovo Backpack touts a sleek, no-frills exterior and a boxy silhouette that's versatile enough for commuters or students. According to the brand, it's designed with a water-resistant material to help shield your laptop and other belongings from rain or accidental spills. It even comes in four neutral hues, like a classic black and a muted green.
Inside are handy storage compartments to keep items organized: There's a roomy laptop sleeve big enough for a 15.6-inch laptop and three elastic pouches to hold business cards, pens or sticky notes. Stash lunch and planners inside its roomy 38-liter capacity. Plus, a hidden front zipper pocket can keep items like keys and wallets within arm's reach.
If you frequently fly for work or need a go-to travel backpack, the Lenovo Laptop Backpack also meets airline personal item size restrictions, meaning you can stow it underneath your seat during flights. And since carrying a hefty backpack all day can weigh on your shoulders and neck, we love that this option offers padded, adjustable straps for added cushion.
"I bought this backpack for work, and it holds everything I need and then some," says one Amazon shopper. "My work laptop, a Nintendo Switch in a case, lunch bag, water bottle and still has pockets and compartments for a mouse, mouse pad and other miscellaneous items. The straps are padded, and it has never been uncomfortable to use."
Add this sleek (and surprisingly budget-friendly) Amazon backpack to your cart while it's on sale for under $20.
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Samantha is a lifestyle commerce editor at Hearst magazines, where she covers fashion, fitness gear, tech, and viral products. She has over six years of editorial experience, including writing, editing, and hands-on product testing for commerce stories—whether it be an in-depth running shoe review or a curation of the latest Prime Day deals. As an avid runner and former Division I athlete, Samantha has particular expertise in fitness gear, apparel, shoes, and tech. (In fact, when she’s not at her desk, she’s probably out for a run.)
You can find Samantha’s work in Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, House Beautiful, Country Living, Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens, PEOPLE, and more.
