Best Tote Bags Tested (2024): Weatherproof, Durable

Honorable mention

Lo & Sons Upcycled Patchwork Tote, $66: When you hear the word tote, this is probably what comes to mind. It has one large compartment and two smaller internal pockets that cannot be closed with snaps or zips. Still, it can comfortably hold your laptop, books, and everyday accessories, so you can use it as a work tote or for an overnight out. Fun fact: it is made from A returned and damaged Lo & Sons bag.

Lo & Sons Catalina Supreme Tote, $135: Lo & Sons is one of our favorite brands, and former reviewer Medea Giordano says this travel bag is perfect for a weekend getaway. The bottom has a capacity to store shoes. Don’t need a separate compartment? Simply unzip the bottom of the main compartment to create even more space. Catalina Supreme is made from durable recycled materials and retains its shape even when empty. But in reality, its hefty price tag is hard to justify.

Bellroy Tokyo Tote $129: This is a runner-up to Moment’s top pick. It also has pockets, including a soft sleeve for a 13-inch laptop, two 5-inch pockets for a phone, wallet, cables, and small notebook, and large ‘pop’ pockets at each end for a water bottle. ” Comes with pockets. , umbrellas, shoes etc. it is made from recycled plastic bottlesThe strap has a rubber-like grip to keep it securely on your shoulder.

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Lux and Nyx Origami Tote, $288: The Origami Tote is designed to take you from work or the gym to dinner or the airport. There’s a padded laptop sleeve, two internal side pockets that can also hold a mini umbrella or flat shoes, a small zippered pocket to store your phone inside the external V-shaped sleeve, and a luggage pass-through on the other side. There are two versions, neoprene and satin, but neither is available. biodegrade.

Fjällräven Kånken Tote Pack $100: we love Kanken backpack. Its tote pack is essentially the same bag, but it can be converted from a tote to a backpack. The downside is its size, with only a 13-inch laptop pocket and two side pockets for a water bottle or small umbrella. However, they are tight, so don’t expect to hold 1L of Nalgene.

United by Blue Convertible Carryall for $118: This is our favorite recycled bag, a sturdy, water-resistant laptop bag that can be worn as a tote over one shoulder or removed the hidden strap and sported as a backpack. Former reviewer Medea Giordano says it’s perfect for camping trips and outdoor trips. Key features include a padded laptop sleeve, internal organizational pouch, and two side pockets with expandable straps.

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Dagne Dover Petra Convertible Tote, $285: Petra is made from recycled polyester and plastic bottles. Durable; huge— Fits a 16-inch laptop and is almost 17-inches tall. It may be too big for your everyday bag. However, the hardware is solid metal and the laptop compartment is padded. For parents, this is also a decent diaper bag.