🎒 Things Square Backpacks
Backpacks –
Carry Everything. Go Anywhere. Look Great.
Discover the ultimate range of backpacks at Things Square — smart laptop backpacks for the daily commute, casual everyday backpacks for urban adventures, lightweight travel backpacks for carry-on journeys, practical anti-theft backpacks for safe travel, and stylish fashion backpacks that complete any outfit. The most versatile carry option for every lifestyle.
20+
Backpack Styles
4.9★
Avg Rating
15–40L
Capacity Range
Free
Delivery
🌟 Shop by Backpack Style
Backpack Styles – The Right Pack for Every Purpose
A backpack that fits your daily load, distributes weight correctly, and looks appropriate for the occasion makes every day noticeably more comfortable and organised — the wrong one creates back pain, chaos, and frustration before you even arrive.
Laptop Backpacks
Padded laptop compartments and organised pockets for the daily work commute
Casual City Backpacks
Compact everyday backpacks for urban carry — lightweight, stylish, and practical
Travel & Cabin Backpacks
Cabin-approved travel backpacks for hand-luggage-only travel with organised packing
Anti-Theft Backpacks
Hidden zips, cut-resistant panels, and RFID pockets for safe travel in busy destinations
Hiking & Outdoor Packs
Ergonomic hiking backpacks with hip belt, hydration sleeve, and weather-resistant fabric
Sports & Gym Backpacks
Large-capacity sport backpacks with shoe compartment and wet pocket for gym use
Fashion & Mini Backpacks
Compact fashion backpacks and mini packs for casual outings and lighter everyday carry
Packable Foldable Packs
Ultra-lightweight backpacks that fold into their own pocket — perfect travel secondary bag
🌟 Backpack by Use
The Right Backpack for Every Lifestyle & Occasion
👔 Work
Daily Work Commute
A structured laptop backpack (25–30L) with a dedicated padded laptop sleeve, front organiser pocket for cables and stationery, and a main compartment large enough for a change of clothes or packed lunch — the most ergonomic and practical option for a daily commute with a laptop.
☕ Daily
Everyday Urban Carry
A compact casual backpack (15–20L) for light daily urban carry — phone, wallet, keys, water bottle, and a jacket — without the bulk of a work backpack. Lighter, more compact, and more stylish for days when the laptop stays at home.
✈ Travel
Air Travel & Trips
A carry-on compatible travel backpack (35–40L) that meets airline cabin size restrictions — packs like a suitcase with a clamshell opening, has a laptop sleeve for security screening, and a trolley sleeve for attaching to rolling luggage.
🏔 Outdoors
Hiking & Day Trips
A technical daypack (20–30L) with padded hip belt to transfer weight off shoulders, hydration sleeve for a water reservoir, multiple external access pockets for quick-reach items, and weather-resistant fabric for unpredictable outdoor conditions.
🔒 Travel Safe
Safe City Travel
An anti-theft backpack with rear-access main zip (accessible only when the pack is removed), cut-resistant shoulder straps and fabric panels, and RFID-blocking card pockets for confident carrying in high-risk tourist destinations and busy transit hubs.
🏃 Sport
Gym & Sport
A sports backpack (30–40L) with a separate ventilated shoe compartment at the base, wet pocket for damp gym gear, main compartment for kit, and side mesh pockets for water bottles — keeping everything organised and contained for gym days.
💡 Backpack Tips
5 Backpack Tips for Comfort, Organisation & Longevity
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Never Carry More Than 15% of Body Weight
The maximum safe daily backpack load is approximately 10–15% of your body weight for a 70kg adult — roughly 7–10kg. Carrying more than this consistently causes shoulder, neck, and lower back strain that accumulates over weeks and months. Audit your daily pack contents regularly and remove anything not needed that day — most people carry significantly more than necessary out of habit rather than daily requirement.
2
Pack Heaviest Items Closest to Your Back
Packing the heaviest items (laptop, water bottle, books) in the main compartment closest to your back reduces the forward-pulling leverage that makes heavy bags feel significantly heavier than their actual weight. A bag packed with heavy items at the front pulls the torso forward and creates back strain — the same weight packed correctly against your back feels noticeably lighter and more comfortable to carry.
3
Use Both Straps — Always
Carrying a backpack on one shoulder doubles the load on that shoulder's muscles and creates spinal curvature that causes back and neck pain over time. Always use both straps and adjust them to keep the bag sitting firmly against the back with the base of the bag at hip level — not drooping to the lower back, which multiplies the effective weight experienced by the spine and shoulders dramatically.
4
Clean Regularly to Extend Life
Empty backpacks completely every week and brush out crumbs, dirt, and debris from the interior. Spot-clean exterior marks immediately with a damp cloth and mild soap before they set into the fabric. For fabric backpacks, machine wash in a mesh laundry bag on a gentle cold cycle every month or two — check the care label first. Allow to dry fully with all zips open before use or storage to prevent mildew in damp interior pockets.
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Store Unloaded to Maintain Shape
Never store a backpack long-term while packed — the constant pressure distorts the bag's structure, strains the zips and seams, and creates permanent creasing in the fabric and padding. Empty completely, brush clean, allow to air, and store hanging or upright with a few sheets of tissue paper inside to maintain the compartment structure. A bag stored correctly lasts significantly longer than one left packed in a corner for months.
✏️ Quality Standards
Quality Across All Backpacks at Things Square
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Padded laptop sleeve on work styles — genuine device protection against bumps and drops
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Ergonomic padded back panel and straps — comfortable weight distribution for all-day carry
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Heavy-duty YKK or equivalent zips — smooth, reliable operation through thousands of daily cycles
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Water-resistant outer fabric — light rain and splash protection for contents during transit
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Reinforced stress-point stitching — handles, strap attachments, and seams built for daily load-bearing
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Multiple organised interior pockets — dedicated sections for every category of daily carry item
❓ Questions
Frequently Asked Questions – Backpacks
What backpack styles does Things Square offer?+−
Things Square offers backpacks across multiple styles — structured laptop backpacks with padded device compartments, compact casual city backpacks for everyday urban carry, cabin-approved travel backpacks for hand-luggage-only flying, anti-theft backpacks with hidden zips and RFID protection, technical hiking and outdoor daypacks, large-capacity sports and gym backpacks, compact fashion and mini backpacks, and ultra-lightweight packable foldable backpacks. All backpack styles are available in multiple colours for both men and women.
What size backpack do I need for a laptop?+−
For a 13" laptop, choose a backpack with a laptop sleeve at least 34cm wide and 24cm tall. For a 15" laptop, choose a sleeve at least 38cm wide and 27cm tall. For a 17" laptop, choose a sleeve at least 42cm wide and 30cm tall. Always check the specific product's stated laptop compartment dimensions rather than relying on general size descriptions — actual compartment sizes vary between backpack models. A dedicated padded sleeve (rather than a simple flat pocket) is essential for drop and bump protection during commuting.
Are Things Square backpacks suitable for carry-on travel?+−
Select backpack styles from Things Square are sized for cabin carry-on use — check individual product dimensions against your specific airline's carry-on size policy before purchasing. Most full-service airlines allow carry-on bags up to approximately 55cm x 40cm x 20cm. Budget airlines often have stricter policies. The cabin-compatible travel backpacks in our range are specifically designed to meet standard carry-on dimensions — look for this feature in the product description. Always measure the packed bag (not just the empty bag) against airline requirements as soft-sided backpacks can exceed their stated dimensions when fully loaded.
What is the best backpack for everyday work and commuting?+−
The best everyday work backpack has a dedicated padded laptop compartment (sized for your specific laptop), a front organiser section with pockets for cables, pens, phone, and cards, a main compartment large enough for a packed lunch or change of clothes, padded and adjustable shoulder straps for all-day comfort, and a trolley sleeve to slide over rolling luggage for travel days. A capacity of 25–30 litres is ideal for most daily work loads without being unnecessarily bulky. Look for a style in black or dark navy for the most professional appearance in office settings.
How do I clean a backpack?+−
For most fabric backpacks: empty completely including all pockets, brush out loose debris, spot-clean surface marks with a damp cloth and mild soap, and for a deeper clean machine-wash in a mesh laundry bag on a gentle cold cycle with mild liquid detergent — check the care label first as some backpacks with structured frames or foam padding should not be machine washed. Air dry completely with all zips and pockets open before use or storage — never tumble dry as heat damages zips, straps, and waterproof coatings. Clean the interior by turning inside out where possible and wiping with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Clean zips with a soft brush to remove debris that causes sticking over time.
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