Is the laptop sleeve padded enough to protect the laptop from being carried on a school bus, being dropped on a classroom floor, or just from a teenager?
295157
The laptop sleeve is really only a thin sleeve and the back of the backpack is really padded so if you drop it on the front of the backpack it will probably break if its from a high distance
295158
No. The only padding is on the back of the backpack when it rests on your back. If you dropped it, your laptop could possibly be damaged.
957967
The internal padding is nice, but I still would not recommend dropping it. Computers are finicky things and don't like shocks. This would not really provide any substantial shock absorption. It mostly just protects your laptop in a cosmetic sense. Also, know that the color is not nearly as bright as is depicted on Amazon. But the sleeve is very nice quality otherwise.
2030983
The bag is well padded at the laptop compartment. The rrest is layers of several materials. It gives you a feel of strong materials well put together. At the bottom it doesn't have any extra padding but it is clearly designed for dropping off to the ground. I use it for two months now and it carries a very busy day. It seems to be holding on fine.
1448540
Yes! My daughter purchased one for her school laptop and it has held up. It fits perfect.
1398858
Yes, a laptop would fit but there is little padding to protect it - no extra sleeve.
1598198
yes padding was sufficient for me; the strap design is better suited for carrying as a messenger bag rather than a shoulder bag though. a 17" laptop tends to slide off the shoulder a bit too easily for my tastes though.
869368
The laptop area does have padding all around. I frequently ridden the bus with my laptop in it and no problems. I have flown on Southwest and American with the bag and have had no problems as it does fit under the seet and in the overhead with few problems but have never flown dela with it.
1378690
Probably not. It has one pretty large compartment (padded, for the laptop), a smaller one and a tiny one. For school, you'd probably want more. Plus I really don't like the thing in general. The straps are too long and get caught on stuff all the time.
1799136
I would say that it is at least water-resistant. I used to wait for public transit and run around campus in the rain and snow and never had a problem. The laptop pocket is the one right against your back, so not only is there cushioning, but it is probably the pocket that is the least exposed to the elements. There also is a drink pocket on the outside of the pack; as the inside is made of different material, I would make sure to keep any liquid there so that nothing seeps in onto your computer. I think that the thick (but not overly so) layer of foam right there would be a good protection, but I wouldn't risk it. I would say that it is at least water-resistant. I used to wait for public transit and run around campus in the rain and snow and never had a problem. The laptop pocket is the one right against your back, so not only is there cushioning, but it is probably the pocket that is the least exposed to the elements. There also is a drink pocket on the outside of the pack; as the inside is made of different material, I would make sure to keep any liquid there so that nothing seeps in onto your computer. I think that the thick (but not overly so) layer of foam right there would be a good protection,... » Read More I would say that it is at least water-resistant. I used to wait for public transit and run around campus in the rain and snow and never had a problem. The laptop pocket is the one right against your back, so not only is there cushioning, but it is probably the pocket that is the least exposed to the elements. There also is a drink pocket on the outside of the pack; as the inside is made of different material, I would make sure to keep any liquid there so that nothing seeps in onto your computer. I think that the thick (but not overly so) layer of foam right there would be a good protection, but I wouldn't risk it. « Show Less
986591
It's not too big for a 15,as it has a security strap inside with velcro. You'll have some extra room with having only a 15 inch laptop... Room for books, files, etc. It will definitely protect a 15 inch laptop.
1600941
Tbh I give it a 3 it's great for the price and won't break if proper use but I would throw it in a backpack without a laptop sleeve built in with padding, but for a student which I am the material is durable enough for me but the laptop I think is designed to be light weight which it is fora15.6in screen and no sharp edges really the corners aren't too round but it's the design it won't cut or scratch you though. If u r worried about toughness get a aluminum cased laptop I think dell has a few thus laptop is pretty much only good for student use but not gamer or extensive Downloader
1212345
Yes. It is holding up quite well. I haul my small laptop to and from work every day and have been very pleased with this backpack. It is strong for being so light. The padding is just right for me. It is comfortable but not overpadded.
1396782
Nope, it's secure. It's more of an overlap than flap, and you have to pull it back to get the laptop in and out
1398862
My 13" laptop fits in the bag with not much room to spare. I think I would put a laptop in a separate sleeve as there is minimal padding but then I usually do that anyway for peace of mind. Haven't used the panniers much but they are sturdy enough and adequate for my needs for a reasonable price.
2233367
It is padded all around, including on the bottom (but the padding isn't really any thicker on the bottom than on the sides.) Maybe I'm being too literal here, but I wouldn't drop it from the top of the bag to the bottom. But I wouldn't do that with any laptop with any bag. The padding on the bottom is about the same as the older, much less elegant Targus backpack this replaced -- so let's call it about average. But, honestly, if I was going to be dropping a laptop into the bag, I'd cut a piece of foam and put that into the bottom of the pocket.
35680
My husband has a 17.3 laptop which he carries in his without any problem. It doesn't come with padding to protect it though.
904651
This case provides reasonable protection for the laptop under most conditions of travel. However, if you don't provide adequate care, or can't handle the laptop weight, the case may well fail to prevent damage to the laptop from a drop to a hard surface or other careless handling. I am very pleased with this carrying case.