There’s nothing worse than being in the middle of a long day of errands, classes or travel and realizing your phone is out of battery. And that’s where USB-charging backpacks can be a major help. These backpacks include a built-in USB charging port on the outside of the bag and a hidden compartment on the inside where you can place a portable charger or power bank. And thanks to a convenient pass-through wire system, you can simply connect your USB charging cable to the exterior port and charge your devices, instead of having to unzip a million pockets or fish for items in the depths of your bag.
To that end, we took a peek through the daily deals section on Amazon and found a handful of top-rated backpacks with built-in USB ports, all of which are currently on sale. Each backpack on our list boasts a customer rating of at least 4.5 out of 5 stars (with some nearing the perfect 5). And they’re all large enough to fit a standard-sized laptop computer.
One thing to note, though: In order to use the USB charging port, you’ll need to supply your own power bank, as those are not included with the backpacks in most cases. But if you don’t have one already, we did some digging and found a handful of highly rated options that are also on sale right now. You’ll find them listed directly below the backpacks!
So, shop our top picks below, and get ready to stay charged all day, every day!
9 Backpacks With Built-In Charging Ports
- Old Reliable: This no-frills backpack has a classic shape and unisex design with padded straps and three interior compartments, and it comes in 14 different colors and patterns — $30 (originally $40)
- V Chic: This stylish backpack has a sleek, sophisticated design punctuated by V-shaped stitching on the front pocket. Plus, it’s made of water-repellent fabric that’ll keep your belongings dry on rainy days — $30 (originally $38)
- Travel Buddy: Going on a trip? This rugged backpack makes the perfect carry-on item, equipped with numerous interior and exterior pockets, a luggage strap, a TSA-friendly laptop compartment and a roomy 17.3-inch size that’ll fit all your essentials — $38 (originally $46)
- Budget Buy: This utilitarian backpack is made of waterproof material with adjustable straps, a luggage strap and multiple zipper pockets. And at $20, it’s the most affordable option we’ve seen — $20 (originally $24)
- Anti-Theft: This Swissdigital backpack is another travel-friendly pick, and it has the bonus of RFID protection. The front compartment is made of material that blocks scanners from accessing your credit cards, IDs and other personal info while you’re out and about — $64 (originally $80)
- Retro: Bring on the vintage vibes with this retro-inspired backpack, which features a foldover snap belt flap with synthetic leather detail. Comfy padded straps and multiple interior compartments make it an all-around great option — $24 (originally $27)
- Boutique Style: This two-tone, black-and-cream backpack looks so cute you’d think it came from a boutique store. It has adjustable back straps as well as tote-style double handles on top, so you can carry it multiple ways. And with 4.8 out of 5 stars, it’s the highest-rated backpack on our list — $21 (originally $35)
- Double Duty: This Maelstrom backpack looks very similar to the one above, complete with double handles and multiple interior pockets and compartments. But as a bonus, it also comes with an insulated lunch box, which you can fit right inside the backpack via the zippered opening on the front — $36 (originally $43)
- School Days: Perfect for a long day of classes, this roomy backpack comes equipped with numerous pockets, including a glasses pocket, two water bottle pockets and a multifunctional pocket for pens, pencils and other small items. Plus, the reflective strips on the exterior of the pack mean you’ll be visible if you’re walking around campus at night — $25 (originally $30)
5 Portable Power Banks to Pair With Them
- AsperX 25,000mAh Laptop Power Bank with 140W PD 3.1 Fast Charging, $70 (originally $90)
- RGVOTA 40,800mAh Power Bank with Built-In Cables, $30 (originally $35)
- Anker Nano 10,000mAh Power Bank with Built-In Retractable USB-C Cable, $50 (originally $60)
- INIU 45W Fast Charging 10000mAh Travel Power Bank, $22 (originally $24)
- Anker Prime Power Bank 26,250mAh with 300W Fast Charging, $180 (originally $230)
