A good school bag with a laptop compartment helps you take your laptop safely along without giving up space for books, notebooks, and other school essentials. In this collection, you’ll find backpacks with a separate, often padded laptop compartment—ideal for everyday use at school or college. That way, it’s easier to choose a bag that’s practical, comfortable to carry, and fits the size of your laptop.
Whether you’re looking for compact school backpacks or you need extra capacity, a separate laptop compartment makes a difference in protection and organization. Browse the selection online, or visit the ByMetz store in Eindhoven if you’d rather compare different models in person.
What should you look for in a school bag with a laptop compartment?
The right choice usually comes down to three key points: the size of your laptop, the total capacity of the bag, and how you’ll use the bag day to day. A school bag for just a laptop and a few notebooks requires something different from a backpack that also needs room for thick books, a lunchbox, and sports items. If you find a backpack less comfortable to carry, choose laptop bags with a suitable laptop compartment.
- Laptop compartment: choose a compartment that matches the size of your laptop, so it doesn’t fit too tightly but also doesn’t slide around unnecessarily.
- Storage space: make sure there’s enough room next to the laptop compartment for books, a pencil case, a charger, and a small water bottle.
- Comfort: adjustable shoulder straps are especially convenient if you take the bag with you every day.
- Organization: a separate laptop compartment and extra compartments help you store school supplies in an orderly way.
Choosing the right laptop size
When you’re buying a school bag with a laptop compartment, it’s important that the compartment fits your device. A compartment that’s too small simply won’t work, but a compartment that’s too large is also less practical because your laptop will sit less securely. That’s why you should always check whether the bag is suitable for the laptop’s inch size.
In the ByMetz range, you’ll find models for different sizes, including 15 inch, 15.6 inch, 16 inch, and even larger laptops up to 17.3 inch. For example, there are backpacks with a padded laptop compartment for a 15-inch laptop, models for 15.6 inch or 16 inch, as well as versions with space for a larger laptop.
| Laptop size | What to look for |
|---|---|
| 15 inch | Suitable for many common school and study laptops |
| 15,6 inch | Popular size—always check that it’s explicitly listed |
| 16 inch | Allow a bit more space in the laptop compartment, especially for wider models |
| 17,3 inch | Choose a larger backpack with enough capacity and a suitable, padded compartment |
Why a separate, padded laptop compartment is convenient
For school use, a separate laptop compartment is particularly practical because it keeps your laptop separate from books, folders, and other hard items. That makes packing more organized and helps protect your laptop better when cycling, walking, or traveling by public transport.
Among the confirmed models in the range, you'll find padded or quilted laptop compartments, among other options. There are also backpacks with a separate laptop compartment, and in some cases an additional dedicated tablet compartment as well. That’s convenient if you take multiple devices with you to lessons or for studying. If you’re often on the go in all kinds of weather, consider rain covers for backpacks to give your laptop and books extra protection against rain.
Which school backpack suits your school day?
If you use your bag every day and really put it to the test, it’s not only the laptop compartment that matters, but also the overall layout. A school backpack with a laptop compartment is often the most practical choice if you carry a lot and want to distribute your weight comfortably.
Pay close attention to how many items you typically carry. For a lighter school day, a more compact model may be enough. If you take your laptop as well as books, a charger, lunch, and extra accessories, then it’s better to choose a roomier model with clear compartmentalization. That way, you prevent your laptop compartment from fitting well while the rest of the bag ends up too tight.
School bags with a laptop compartment at ByMetz
At ByMetz, you’ll find laptop backpacks with a laptop compartment from selected brands and our own ByMetz models. In addition, you can find popular brands such as Eastpak backpacks. At product level, various versions are available, including backpacks with a padded laptop compartment for 15 inch, 15.6 inch, 16 inch or 17.3 inch laptops. Products are available in the webshop and the store, so you can choose what suits you best.
If you’re torn between different sizes or models, it helps to first determine your laptop size and your typical daily contents. That way, you can make a quicker, better choice for a school bag that not only looks great, but is also truly practical every day.
Frequently asked questions
What makes a good school bag for a laptop?
A good school bag for a laptop has a separate laptop compartment that fits your laptop size, plus enough space for your other school supplies. For everyday use, a backpack is often a great choice because it’s comfortable to carry and keeps your items organized.
How big should a school bag with a laptop compartment be?
That depends on two things: your laptop size and how much else you bring to school. If you only carry a laptop and a couple of notebooks, a more compact model will usually be sufficient. If you also take books, a charger, lunch, and other items with you, extra capacity is often more convenient.
Will every laptop fit in a school bag with a laptop compartment?
No, not every laptop compartment is the same. Always check that the product is suitable for your laptop size, such as 15 inch, 15.6 inch, 16 inch or 17.3 inch. That way, you can be sure your laptop fits properly and is better protected.