The 15 Best Work Bags From Amazon, From Totes to Backpacks

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Finding the perfect work bag comes with a laundry list of criteria. It needs to be stylish but functional, lightweight yet durable, well-made but reasonably priced, and, most importantly, it needs to be large enough to hold a laptop. If you're lugging it around on public transportation, bonus features like key leashes and zippered pockets become even more essential. Finally, trying to find a bag that fits all these needs and can be worn with everything from a chic power suit to comfy jeans can be daunting. The sheer variety of options are overwhelming enough.

The good news? We've scoured Amazon's vast inventory of work bags, honing in on the top-reviewed options with price points so low, you'll be tempted to buy more than one. There are work bags for every style, budget, and need, so you're sure to find something that will suit you perfectly. Searching for a stylish backpack? We've found one with a built-in USB charger and another option that's a Swedish design icon. If you like to keep it minimal and utilitarian but have a weakness for buttery leather, you'll want to give Madewell's Zippered Transfer Tote a try. Want something luxe and timeless? We'll introduce you to Coach's Polished Pebble Leather Day Tote. Those are just a few of the options we've uncovered. Keep reading to find out which of our picks is your best match.

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Best Trolley-Sleeve Work Bag
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Best Trolley-Sleeve Work Bag

Bug Tote Bag ($27, originally $40)

If you're a frequent flyer, this bag has a trolley sleeve so you can slide the handle of your suitcase through it and rest the bag on top. The black strap also has padding, which makes it even more comfortable to carry around.

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Best Quilted Work Tote
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Best Quilted Work Tote

Kroser Laptop Tote Bag ($30, originally $32)

Another textural option is this quilted tote bag. It's made from water-repellant material, is large enough to fit a 15.6-inch laptop, has a built-in USB port, and comes in four other colors.

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Best Laptop Backpack
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Best Laptop Backpack

Lovevook Laptop Backpack ($33, originally $46)

If a backpack is more your vibe, this one has a wide zippered top, so it's easy to slip a laptop in. It comes with a USB charging port and is available in five different sizes and 23 different color and pattern options. It's also racked up more than 18,000 reviews with a 4.7 rating, so it's a reliable pick.

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Best Sporty Work Bag
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Best Sporty Work Bag

Bagsmart Quilted Tote Bag ($37)

For a sporty option that pairs well with athleisure, this quilted cotton tote can be teamed with a sweatsuit and a trench for a casual Friday look. It has a large zippered opening, a padded laptop sleeve, multiple internal compartments, exterior pockets that can fit a water bottle and cell phone, and drawstring closures. You can even throw it in the washer and dryer when it starts to look dingy.

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Best Crocodile-Pattern Work Tote
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Best Crocodile-Pattern Work Tote

Lubardy Laptop Bag ($38)

If you're looking for a bag in a single color with gorgeous texture, this crocodile-pattern bag is worth checking out. It has three sections: one main padded pocket for keeping your laptop or iPad safe, two big open pockets, one large zipped pocket, two slip pockets, two pens pockets, and one small zipper pocket to keep your ID and wallet handy. We can't get enough of this stunning emerald shade, but it also comes in nine other colors.

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Best Canvas Work Tote
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Best Canvas Work Tote

Lands' End Zip Top Long Handle Canvas Tote ($38-$42)

A preppy classic, there's a reason this canvas tote stands the test of time. It's incredibly durable and has a zippered top to keep everything inside, internal pockets, and a water-repellant base and trim. This large size is spacious enough to hold all your necessities and then some, but it also comes in a small, medium, and extra large, in case you need less or more room.

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Best Lightweight Work Bag
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Best Lightweight Work Bag

Lovevook Laptop Tote Bag ($43)

Weighing about two and a half pounds, this water-resistant faux-leather tote bag is perfect for lugging around heavy laptops and paperwork. It has a protective foam-padded pocket for holding laptops and tablets, zips at the top, comes in 27 color and pattern options, and even has an inner keychain.

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Best Decorative-Strap Work Bag
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Best Decorative-Strap Work Bag

Bromen Bucket Purse ($48, originally $60)

For a twist on a traditional black work bag, this one comes with two straps: an adjustable leather strap and a woven strap that adds a pop of color and pattern. It has one main compartment with a main pocket, an inner zipper pocket, and two slip pockets (a cell-phone pocket and an ID pocket).

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Best Pastel Work Satchel
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Best Pastel Work Satchel

EaseBag Satchel Purse ($50, originally $66)

With its cute details, padded compartment for your laptop, four large compartments, two slip pockets, and one zip-fastening pocket, you can pack everything you need. It comes in eight colors, including more pastel hues like mint green and baby blue.

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Best Adjustable-Strap Work Bag
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Best Adjustable-Strap Work Bag

Ecosusi Laptop Tote ($53)

This work bag is Amazon's top seller in the briefcase category. It has almost 7,000 reviews and a 4.7 rating, so it's a popular choice. It has a padded central pocket for your laptop and two other side compartments with a variety of pockets, including zippered pockets and large sleeves.

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Best Leather Work Satchel
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Best Leather Work Satchel

S-Zone Leather Top Handle Satchel ($70)

This leather satchel has two large main pockets, an inner central zipper pocket, a zippered side pocket for a wallet, and another two pockets for keys and cards. The top has a zipper closure, so you don't have to worry about all of the contents tumbling out if it topples over during your morning commute.

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Best Bucket Work Bag
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Best Bucket Work Bag

Bostanten Leather Bucket Bag ($97, originally $127)

This powder-blue bucket bag adds a touch of color to your work wardrobe. It features an exterior magnetic pocket, an inner zippered pouch, and plenty of other compartments to stay organized.

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Best Sporty Laptop Bag
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Best Sporty Laptop Bag

Fjällräven 13" Kanken Laptop Bag ($115)

This option is the laptop version of the brand's popular Kanken backpack. What started as a staple among Swedish schoolchildren in the '70s is now a popular backpack carried by adults alike. It's known just as much for its style as it is for its durability, lightness, and efficiency. This one comes in six color options.

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Best Zippered Work Tote
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Best Zippered Work Tote

Madewell Women's Zipper Transport Tote ($198)

This chic and simple Madewell tote is crafted from leather, zips at the top, and has zippered interior pockets. It comes in three different color options and is perfect for taking to work or using as a personal carry-on item on a plane trip.

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Best Luxury Work Bag
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Best Luxury Work Bag

Coach Polished Pebble Leather Day Tote ($295)

With its sloping lines and gorgeous pebbled leather, this bag exudes luxury. It can easily fit a 13-inch laptop, has a snap closure for quick opening and closing, and also includes a removable zippered pouch. This black color is timeless, but it also comes in a beautiful cream option for $177.