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COOWOZ laptop backpack

Backpacks with a sleeve for a laptop, sorted by the largest screen each one takes.

$18.75 to $68.99price range
19 to 30 Lcapacity
18colors

COOWOZ laptop backpack by size

25L Travel Backpack25 L · 16.5 x 12.6 x 7.9 in · Personal item size
25L Vacuum Travel Backpack25 L · 16.5 x 12.6 x 7.9 in · Personal item size
30L Travel Backpack30 L · 18.5 x 13 x 7.9 in · Carry-on size
30L Vacuum Travel Backpack30 L · 18.5 x 13 x 7.9 in · Carry-on size
Front-Pocket Carry-On Backpack16.9 x 11.8 x 7.9 in · Personal item size
Front-Pocket Vacuum Backpack XL18.5 x 12.2 x 8.7 in · Carry-on size
Clamshell Vacuum Backpack XL30 L · 18.5 x 13 x 7.9 in · Carry-on size
Clamshell Carry-On Backpack16.5 x 11.8 x 6.3 in · Personal item size
Lunch Backpack19 L · 16.9 x 11.8 x 5.9 in · Everyday bag
Lunch Backpack, Large29 L · 18.9 x 13.4 x 7.1 in · Everyday bag
Work Backpack with Lunch Compartment17 x 12.2 x 6 in · Everyday bag

COOWOZ laptop backpack by color

Questions

Questions about the COOWOZ laptop backpack

Which COOWOZ backpack fits a 17 inch laptop?

The large lunch backpack has a sleeve for a laptop up to 17 inches. The travel backpacks take up to 15.6 or 16 inches; the product page of each bag gives its size.

Should you take the laptop out at airport security?

Follow the officer at the checkpoint. A laptop in its own sleeve slides out fast, which is the reason the sleeve sits at the back of the bag.

This is general information about bags. Airlines set and change their own size limits, so check yours before you fly. For a child, keep a loaded backpack light and worn on both straps, and pack food that must stay cold with an ice pack.

What the airlines and the rules say

American Airlines, Carry-on bags. A personal item should not exceed 18 x 14 x 8 inches; a carry-on cannot exceed 22 x 14 x 9 inches including handles and wheels. Read September 19, 2026.
JetBlue, Carry-on bags. A personal item must not exceed 17 x 13 x 8 inches; a carry-on is 22 x 14 x 9 inches; both are allowed on all fares. Read September 19, 2026.
Frontier Airlines, Bag options. The personal item included in every ticket may be up to 18 x 14 x 8 inches and 35 pounds, including handles, wheels and straps, and its size is checked at boarding. Read September 19, 2026.
Allegiant Air, Optional services and fees. One personal item up to 8 x 14 x 18 inches travels free; a carry-on up to 10 x 16 x 22 inches is paid; exterior measurements include wheels, pockets and handles. Read September 19, 2026.
United Airlines, Carry-on bags. A personal item must fit under the seat, 9 x 10 x 17 inches; a carry-on is 9 x 14 x 22 inches with handle and wheels; Basic Economy allows only a personal item on most trips. Read September 19, 2026.
Federal Aviation Administration, PackSafe: Lithium batteries. Spare lithium batteries and power banks travel in carry-on baggage only, and must be taken out of a bag that is checked at the gate. Read September 19, 2026.
USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, Keeping "Bag" Lunches Safe. Insulated soft-sided bags are best for cold food, packed with at least two cold sources such as frozen gel packs of at least 5 x 3 inches; food should not sit out more than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F. Read September 19, 2026.

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