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Use a sleeve for the laptop and choose a separate pouch if a charger or mouse makes the sleeve bulge. Compare opening dimensions and the shape of your largest plug before you choose.
Check a cased laptop against a bag pocketMaker pages checked . Selection and fit notes are editorial. How we choose
At a glance
| Piece | Format | Consider it for |
|---|---|---|
| Native Union Stow Slim for MacBook (14 inch) | Laptop sleeve | A slim MacBook sleeve with quick access from the top. |
| Tom Bihn Ghost Whale Organizer Pouch | Soft pouch | Loose pieces that need a home inside another bag. |
| Peak Design Tech Pouch, Small | Divided pouch | A compact charging setup that benefits from separate pockets. |
01 / Laptop sleeve
Native Union
Magnetic closure, quilted lining and an outer slip pocket. The maker publishes a model compatibility list. Source: Native Union
Check the fit. Check the exact laptop model. Put a thick power brick in a separate pouch.
02 / Soft pouch
Tom Bihn
Four sizes, with a curved zip that runs around a corner and an outside attachment clip. Source: Tom Bihn
Check the fit. Choose the size by your longest object and the listed pouch dimensions.
03 / Divided pouch
Peak Design
The smaller version of the maker’s Tech Pouch, with compartments for cords and chargers. Source: Peak Design
Check the fit. Choose the Small size on the product page and check it against the thickest plug.
A common question
Start with the built-in pocket if it keeps the device secure and separated from hard objects. Add a sleeve if you often carry the laptop outside the bag or need another layer, then recheck the combined fit.