Maxlite Lightweight Laptop Backpack, Fits 15" Laptop & 11" Tablet, Water-Resistant, 18-Inch — Black

I purchased this backpack primarily for air travel and it works great! I love the versatility of the design with enough pockets and compartments to keep my stuff organized but not so much as to add needless complexity. The padding is generous and comfortable, but the backpack is amazingly lightweight overall. My largest Surface Pro laptop fits easily and feels well protected. The smallest exterior pocket, which is secured with an easy open magnet, is very convenient for slipping in my large Samsung Galaxy Pro cellphone when going through security. The materials are robust and the workmanship is excellent. The zippers glide smooth and silently and gussets allow the pockets to open just the right amount for easy accessibility. The shoulder straps are very comfortable and my wife says the backpack looks sleek and stylish when worn. The backpack fits easily under the seat for air travel, even in the narrower aisle seats (or in the overhead bins, of course). The only quibble I have is the relatively small size of the zippered drink holders on either side of the backpack. I'd like a bit more adjustability in these, but this a minor suggestion as they okay as is. I made them work by getting two smaller bottles that fit. It it just that large water bottles don't fit or feel secure in the pockets, and larger drink containers seem be common now days. I particularly like the way the backpack stands upright when I set it down. This makes it very convenient to travel with and sort through when I'm on the road. I also like the design of the cross chest strap to secure the shoulder straps. It can be adjusted up or down and switched to snap from the right or left, or easily removed if desired. Overall, I am extremely happy with my purchase and recommend this backpack highly.

Nice backpack. Lots of compartments and good padding and construction. Looks good too.

So, it's very interesting that this backpack has 5-star reviews. It is absolutely HUGE, and fits exactly under the seat in an airplane. It also has a lot of returns, and that may be for a few reasons: Gigantic Size without squishability. It is more like a piece of luggage than a backpack. It doesn't have any pen or business card pockets. It isn't probably the best backpack for the school or office because of its size. It's just very large. This backpack is perfect if you don't want to check luggage on a flight. It also works great on top of my rolling luggage. However, I may be looking for a different backpack for everyday use and keeping this one for flights only.

Well made, roomy, smooth & easy zippers that appear robust. Shoulder straps well shaped & padded. Light weight.

This backpack is well built and engineered. The size fits underseat PO perfectly. Comfortable to wear and to carry. Stand's up nicely too!

Since I am a flight attendant this backpack serves me well.

Perfect for my needs. Almost overstuffed and still fits great under 737 aisle seat (normally smallest under seat space compared to middle or window).

Big enough for my hard hat, vest and PPE. Plus laptop and other stuff I haul around. The side pockets don’t hold much though, maybe a small water bottle. Good quality, I use the Travelpro suitcase exclusively and it seems to be holding up well.