Best Prime Day backpack deals: Save on The North Face, Osprey, and more
From left to right, these are our three top Prime Day deal choices for students, work, and travel: The North Face Borealis Backpack, the Troubadour Pioneer Backpack, and the SwissGear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack.
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We found the best Prime Day backpack deals for work, travel, and school. Here are the top laptop bags from Troubadour, The North Face, and Osprey.
The best Prime Day backpack deals are a smart chance to save on the bags you'll actually use every day — whether you need a commuter-friendly laptop backpack, a roomy personal-item travel backpack, or a dependable pick for school. Amazon's sale can be especially good for backpacks because prices often dip across practical, perennial styles from brands like JanSport, SwissGear, Osprey, and more.
We're tracking the best Amazon Prime Day backpack deals as they appear, focusing on real price drops rather than inflated list prices. Expect discounts on travel backpacks with suitcase-style openings, work bags with padded laptop sleeves, lightweight school backpacks, and rugged hiking packs built to last far beyond a single season.
We've rounded up deals on practical styles from brands we trust, with picks for students, office commuters, and frequent travelers. Each one has useful organization, comfortable straps, and enough room for the things you actually carry.
| Who it's for | Prime Day deal | Why it works |
| Students | The North Face Borealis Backpack
| This is one of the top college backpacks we recommend for its classic style and huge storage capacity. |
| Office commuters |
| A sleek bag for work with a padded laptop compartment, noted in our guide to the best work backpacks. |
| Travelers | SwissGear 1900 ScanSmart Laptop Backpack
| Its roomy, well-organized design and padded straps make it an easy pick for carrying a laptop, travel essentials, and an extra layer through the airport. |
For even more editor-approved picks, browse our full roundup of the best Prime Day deals.
The best Amazon Prime Day laptop backpack deals
Some of our favorite college backpacks for students and work backpacks are on sale. There are rare deals on sleek backpacks from Troubadour that protect your laptop during office commutes. Plus, campus favorites like The North Face Borealis backpack are unlikely to be this cheap again until Black Friday.
The best Prime Day backpack deals for travel
We've tested the best carry-on travel backpacks, logging flights from New York to Prague. Our top pick overall, the Tortuga Travel Backpack, is part of the sale at $75 off its usual price. It's an investment piece for sure, but it fits as much as our rolling carry-on and was comfortable to carry through crowded transit stations (even when chock full).
The best Prime Day backpack deals for kids
A good kids' backpack has to be lightweight, easy to clean, and durable enough to survive bus rides, locker drops, and daily snack spills. Prime Day is a smart time to shop for one before the back-to-school rush, especially if you're looking for padded straps, roomy compartments, and designs kids will actually want to carry.
Prime Day backpack deals FAQs
What are the best backpacks on sale for Prime Day?
The Troubadour Apex 4.0 is a sleek work backpack with waterproof seams, and it's now $60 off. Its Pioneer 3.0 is an older version, but one that impressed us nonetheless.
The North Face Borealis is great for students and hikers alike, as it comes with a padded laptop sleeve and a hip belt for comfortable carrying. We also suggest the minimalist Brevite Backpack if you're gifting a backpack to a student and aren't sure of their personal taste.
Bagsmart's Carry On Backpack is an already affordable travel bag that comes with a bonus waist bag, all for $32. For a more elevated pick, we suggest the Tortuga Travel Backpack Pro while it's 20% off.
Is Prime Day a good time to buy a backpack?
If you're shopping for a travel bag to carry around on summer vacations, Prime Day is the perfect opportunity to save on a backpack. And while it may seem early for back-to-school shopping, now's the time to secure your preferred bag before prices go back up before the first day of class.
What should I look for in a backpack?
Spacious pockets. Stretchy side pockets that can fit a 40-ounce water bottle mean you never have to choose between staying hydrated and packing light.
Laptop protection. Look for backpacks with water-resistant zippers and nylon exteriors so your tech will be safe from spills or rain. The laptop sleeve should be padded and separate from the backpack's main compartment so your computer won't get scratched.
Airplane size compliance. We're scoping Prime Day backpack deals on bags that are compact enough to fit under your airplane seat.
Adjustable straps. A travel backpack that's built for all-day comfort will come with a sternum strap, hip belt, and load lifters, which are designed to shift weight off your shoulders.
Ventilated back panel. Your back can get sweaty if it's suffocating in polyester. Mesh back panels allow air to pass through.
Shoe compartment. If you're shopping for a travel backpack, look for those that can store a spare pair of shoes so you won't risk muddying up the rest of your belongings.
Key leash. This small but helpful feature will save you the trouble of having to dig to the bottom of your bag for your keys at the end of a long day.
Shopping for more discounts today? Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon's website for the full selection.
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