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  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.5 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Armed with one of the most eye-catching designs around, the Booq Boa Squeeze is one of the most compact yet capacious laptop backpacks we've seen. Read review

Specs: Black, Booq Boa Squeeze, 11.8 in x 6.3 in x 17 in, 2.9 lbs

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  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Though it's far too large to be used as an everyday laptop backpack, the sturdy design and numerous pockets on the multipurpose Booq Boa Flow make it a great buy as a weekend or carry-on bag that can handle most laptops. Read review

Specs: Black, Booq Boa Flow M, 14 in x 9 in x 18 in, 4.6 lbs

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  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: With a look as streamlined as the MacBook it's designed to carry, the Lime Drop's got city cool down pat, but don't expect it to do much more than carry your laptop and a few extra iGadgets. Read review

Specs: be.ez LAbesace LIME DROP, 15.4 in x 11.4 in x 5.1 in

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  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.3 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for stylish bag with a plethora of pockets that can also recharge your devices on the go, Timbuk2's Power Commute Messenger is exactly what you want. Read review

Specs: Black, Timbuk2 Commute, 19.7 in x 5.9 in x 12.8 in, 2.6 lbs

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  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: With just enough room for a 15.4-inch laptop and a handful of accessories, the slender MetroLite Backpack may be the perfect bag for commuters. Read review

Specs: Black, Brenthaven MetroLite, 12.8 in x 4 in x 18.5 in, 2.6 lbs

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: Only the fantastic retractable Smart Strap stands out on this otherwise conventional laptop case--but that one great feature is more than enough. Read review

Specs: Black, U.S. LUGGAGE SMART-STRAP Ballistic Nylon Computer Portfolio SGB300-4, 17.5 in x 7 in x 12.5 in, 5.5 lbs

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Specs: Lenovo B8050, 19.9 in x 16.5 in x 26.6 in, 3.4 lbs

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  Overall score: 8.5 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Targus takes its familiar Corporate Traveler line and adds a butterfly-style zipper to the Targus Zip-Thru, hopefully aiding your way through airport security checkpoints. Read review

Specs: Black, Targus Zip-Thru Corporate Traveler Laptop Case, 16.9 in x 6.5 in x 14 in, 3.7 lbs

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Specs: Volt green, Samsonite Viz Air Laptop Backpack, 13 in x 8 in x 17 in, 32.1 oz

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Specs: SwissGear Pegasus Backpack, 13 in x 7 in x 18 in, 4.2 lbs

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  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.0 (4.5 stars)
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The Bottom Line: Despite its understated looks, the well-designed Targus Corporate Traveler is a great bag for road warriors who need to stay organized while they're away from the office. Read review

Specs: Black, Targus Corporate Traveler, 17 in x 7 in x 14.5 in, 4 lbs

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• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review

Specs: Swissgear Synergy

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  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.0 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Mobile Edge ScanFast Backpack provides everything you'd need to comfortably carry your 17-inch laptop and travel accessories, with the added benefit of a butterfly zipper that may help you speed through airport security checks. Read review

Specs: Black, Mobile Edge ScanFast Backpack, 19 in x 14 in x 7 in

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Specs: Black, Everki Flight Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Backpack, 9.4 in x 13 in x 17.7 in, 3.3 lbs

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  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Designed to carry 17-inch laptops, the sturdy Kensington Contour Roller combines suitcase-like construction with the organization of a laptop bag. Read review

Specs: Kensington Contour Roller, 17.5 in x 9.5 in x 13 in

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Specs: Black, Lenovo ThinkPad Business Topload Case, 16.5 in x 5.1 in x 13.3 in, 3.1 lbs

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Specs: Blue, Targus 16" Denim Laptop Backpack, 19.3 in x 14 in x 6 in, 2.2 lbs

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Specs: Black, Targus Groove Notebook Backpack, 15.1 in x 7.8 in x 17 in, 2.4 lbs

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Specs: Black, Targus Sport 26L Backpack, 14.6 in x 2.8 in x 20.1 in, 1.8 lbs

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Specs: Black, Targus Meridian Backpack

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Specs: Black, JELCO Executive Carry Bag JEL-3325CB, 16 in x 9 in x 14 in, 5.5 lbs

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Specs: Black, Booq Cobra Case L, 17 in x 7.9 in x 13.4 in, 6 lbs

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Specs: HP Business Nylon Backpack, 19.8 in x 13 in x 5.5 in, 1.8 lbs

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Specs: Gray, Targus Drifter II Laptop Backpack, 9.1 in x 13.8 in x 17.7 in, 2.6 lbs