Kotis Favorite - Bags
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Top pick
The North Face® Stalwart Backpack
As low as
$78
Comfortable and sleek
Hands down our favorite from the start. This comes in a few colors, but the Timber Tan and black look the sharpest. The straps are perfectly squishy, providing a comfortable carry even when you’re packing a heavy bag. The pockets and big open compartments are equal parts organizers dream, and Type B personality shove-it-in-and-go. The top portion has a generous spot for cobranding, with the North Face brand utilizing the bottom of the bag. For the price, the name brand, and the overall function of this bag, it’s truly a winner and the best bang for your ROI. We wish it had a trolly strap in the back, but otherwise, this is perfection.
High-end pick
Katmai Leather Backpack
As low as
$194
Timeless and functional
The ultimate gifting experience—this backpack shows up in its own cotton drawstring bag (fancy!), with solid brass hardware and rich full-grain leather that only gets better with age- like a fine wine or your coolest uncle. It fit my laptop, a few books, and all my daily essentials, with room to spare. We wish the laptop capacity was a bit larger (fits up to a 15” laptop). Still, it’s the kind of gift that makes a serious impression and will never see the trunk of a car for a Goodwill run.
Budget pick
Port Authority Daily Commute Backpack
As low as
$28
Simple and practical
The Daily Commute backpack delivers way more than you'd expect for the price. It’s got a padded laptop sleeve, spacious main compartment, and just enough organization to keep things tidy. I was able to fit my 24oz Owala Freesip in the water bottle side pocket, but you’d be hard pressed to squeeze anything larger in. The front pocket is large enough for embroidery to be an option, or you can even elevate the look with a leather patch.
Travel pick
Osprey Daylite® Carry-On Travel Pack 35
As low as
$130
Perfect travel companion
This bag was cleverly designed by people who spend a lot of time traveling for business- or so we imagined. With grab handles in the right places, comfortable straps and padding, and easy access to what I needed quickly, I was over the moon with this option. Osprey is a brand many people know and love, and with their bluesign approval, they’re also sustainable. I was able to pack just enough for a long weekend and could easily transform into a daily use bag for the office. Decoration would look best as embroidery on the front pocket.
Adventure pick
Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L
As low as
$109
Outdoor meets office
This backpack struck a perfect balance of everyday functional and weekend adventure. As soon as I got it, I took out the laptop sleeve and popped in a water bladder for an 8 -mile hike. I was able to seamlessly swap my work and adventure life without needing multiple packs. The main compartment holds more than you think, and the front center pouch was perfect for quick-grab items. I wish it had a smaller pouch and key hook, but otherwise, it’s an awesome bag.
Runner-up
Timbuk2 Parkside Laptop Backpack 2.0
As low as
$125
Workday MVP
This is our most popular backpack- requested again and again for its simplicity, recognizable and trusted brand, and its performance. The Parkside 2.0 isn’t trying to reinvent the backpack — and honestly, that’s what I love about it. Everything has a place without overcomplicating things. The laptop sleeve is padded enough that I don’t panic when I inevitably bump into a doorframe, and the pockets are laid out in a way that actually helps me stay organized. It comfortably fits my daily haul — laptop, charger, sweatshirt, snack stash — all while keeping a clean, work-ready look.