Quick answer: Choose a laptop bag by your laptop's size, how you commute and how much you carry, not by a 'women's' label. Citizen's laptop backpacks are unisex, and every model in our laptop backpack collection fits laptops up to 15.6 inches. For a 15.6-inch laptop, look for a padded sleeve of at least 38 x 27 cm. For 13 to 14 inches, 34 x 24 cm. Aim for 20 to 25 litres for daily office or college use.
Which size for which day
| Your day | Litres | Laptop sleeve to look for |
|---|---|---|
| Light office or college carry | 15 to 20 L | 34 x 24 cm (13 to 14 inch) |
| Daily office or college, with a lunch box and a folder | 20 to 25 L | 38 x 27 cm (15 to 15.6 inch) |
| Work plus a weekend or overnight trip | 30 to 35 L | 38 x 27 cm or larger |
Not sure which sleeve your laptop needs? See our laptop bag size guide for 13 to 16-inch laptops and MacBooks.
What to check on the bag
- A padded laptop sleeve that is held off the base of the bag.
- S-curved shoulder straps, and a sternum strap on anything above 20 L, so weight sits on the shoulders and chest rather than the neck.
- A padded back panel with airflow channels for Indian summers.
- Water-resistant, coated fabric and covered zips. Water-resistant is not waterproof, so use a rain cover in heavy monsoon rain.
- Empty weight: a 25 L laptop backpack should weigh roughly 700 to 1,000 g.
Citizen laptop backpacks by capacity
| Model | Litres | Outer size W x D x H (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Casual Pro 55 (Marvel mesh) | 23 | 31 x 16 x 46 |
| Casual Pro 100 | 23.5 | 32 x 15 x 49 |
| Casual Pro 60 (Star Wars) | 25 | 30 x 18 x 46 |
| Workoholic | 27 | 31 x 19 x 46 |
| Business 55 | 30 | 33 x 20 x 50 |
| Business Pro 55 | 30 | 35 x 18 x 48 |
| Business Pro 40 | 30 | 35 x 18 x 48 |
| Skywalker | 35 | 34 x 19 x 48 |
| Overnighter | 40 | 32 x 21 x 50 |
These are outer bag sizes. The laptop sleeve size is on each product page.
Frequently asked questions
Do Citizen laptop backpacks come in women's sizes?
Citizen's laptop backpacks are unisex. Pick by litres and sleeve size.
What size laptop bag for a 15.6-inch laptop?
A padded sleeve of at least 38 x 27 cm, in a 20 to 25 L bag.
Are the bags waterproof?
They are water-resistant, not waterproof. Use a rain cover in heavy rain.
What is the best size for college?
20 to 25 L is enough for a laptop, charger, notebooks and a water bottle.
Is cash on delivery available?
Yes, with a Rs 79 fee. Shipping is free above Rs 599.
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