If you’re looking for cheap backpack deals, you have many choices. The backpack universe includes packs for hiking, biking, commuting, and more. For this overview of the current best cheap backpack deals, we focused mainly on backpacks appropriate to take to school — assuming going to to school becomes a thing for most kids in 2021.
Today’s Best Cheap Backpack Deals
- MATEIN Laptop Backpack for 15.6" Laptop — $26, was $32
- Ytonet Laptop Backpack for 15.6 Laptop — $26, was $40
- Wild River Tackle Tek Nomad Lighted Fishing Backpack — $180, was $200
- Oakley Bags on Sale — Up to 60% off
- Columbia Men's Backpacks — Up to 25% Off
Oakley Bags on Sale
Up to 60% off
Columbia Men's Backpacks
Up to 25% Off
adidas Striker II Team Backpack
$31 $45
Oakley Men's Kitchen Sink Backpack
$130 $225
Herschel Nova Backpack
$61 $70
JanSport SuperBreak One Backpack
$30 $36
Himawari Laptop Travel Backpack
$34 $43
Everest Luggage Basic Backpack
$10 $26
Lekesky Laptop Backpack
$19 $30How To Choose A Backpack
Size
Backpack capacity is best determined by the size of the person who will be wearing it, but there are variation based on personal preference and habits. A middle school student who likes to carry their all books to and from school every day will need a larger backpack than a student who rarely brings books home. Student athletes may want a gigantic bag to carry sports clothing and gear, though in that case a second bag is often an option. One factor regarding size is specific to electronics, considered separately just below.
Laptop And Electronics Readiness
Computers, Chromebooks, tablets, and other electronics are expensive. Even though most devices can take moderately rough handling, the best solution when choosing a backpack is to pick one with a padded protected area that fits the device. Most laptops will fit in a sleeve designed for the most common 15.6-inch display size, but a few are larger, so be sure to account for screen size (measured diagonally). Because some students carry more than one device, there are also backpacks with multiple protected sections. Two additional handy electronics-focused features to look for are an opening for a USB charging port and an easily-accessed zippered compartment for adapters, cables, mice, and other small accessories.
Material
Backpacks are constructed of a variety of materials, including nylon, polyester, canvas, cotton fabric, leather, and more. If you’re choosing a backpack for a student, keep in mind the material will need to withstand rough treatment and often be put or stored in areas where they will pick up dirt.
Comfort
Backpacks often have a variety of handles and extra straps, but padded shoulder straps that don’t dig in when the backpack is loaded with books can add a lot to its comfort.
Water Resistance
None of the cheap backpacks below are waterproof, but some are constructed of water-resistant material. If anyone will be wearing or carrying the pack in the rain, at least minimal water resistance is a good thing.
Style
Style is another personal preference consideration, but try not to sacrifice function and comfort just because a student wants a backpack with a particular figure, logo, or stylistic feature.
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