Backpacks on Sale

Update: The price has changed to $21.74 since this was originally published.

Handy for anyone who wants a lightweight bag for daily essentials without committing to a full backpack, useful for commuting, errands, or light travel. The current price is just 15 cents below list, so this isn't a notable discount. Buy Now at Amazon

Built for people who split their day between biking or walking commutes and the office, with a padded laptop sleeve and a strap system that converts between backpack and briefcase carry. It's $56 off the list price, about a 35% discount. Buy Now at Amazon

Built for commuters who need dedicated laptop storage alongside daily gear, with a suspended mesh back panel that keeps things comfortable on longer walks or transit rides. At $81.95, that's $28 (25%) off the $110 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $25.49 since this was originally published.

Anyone hauling a laptop to the office or through airports daily benefits from the padded compartment and USB charging port on this one, and it's currently $5 off the $29 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Rolling backpacks are worth a look for younger kids who aren't ready to carry a heavy load on their back, and the 16-inch size keeps it manageable for smaller frames without being oversized for their desks or cubbies. Target has the Twise version if you want a budget-friendly option that still holds up to daily school use. Buy Now at Target

Anyone hauling meals to a job site or long shifts will appreciate the backpack design, since it keeps both hands free while the leak-proof lining protects the rest of your gear from spills and condensation. Buy Now at Home Depot

Update: The price has changed to $39.99 since this was originally published.

Frequent travelers who want to maximize packing space without checking a bag will appreciate the expandable design that meets carry-on size limits for most airlines. Amazon has it listed at $39.98, just a penny below the $39.99 list price, so this is essentially standard pricing rather than a discount. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $31.99 since this was originally published.

The expandable design gives you extra room for longer trips without needing a second bag, which suits frequent travelers packing for varying trip lengths; at $31.98, it's basically the same as the $31.99 list price, so don't expect much of a discount here. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $31.99 since this was originally published.

Frequent flyers who want to avoid checked-bag fees will appreciate the expandable design that adds extra packing space when needed and compresses back down for tight overhead bins, plus the TSA-friendly laptop compartment that speeds up security lines. At $31.98, it's essentially at the $31.99 list price, so there's no real discount here, but the price point itself is reasonable for the features included. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $39.99 since this was originally published.

Suits frequent flyers who want carry-on space without checking a bag, thanks to the expandable design that adds extra room when you need it. It's $3.47 off the $39.99 list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $39.80 since this was originally published.

Parents juggling strollers and car seats will appreciate that this converts between backpack, tote, and stroller-attachment styles depending on what your hands are doing, and it's currently $7 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for young fans hauling gear to school or games, this wheeled backpack keeps the load off small shoulders while still showing team pride. Buy Now at Home Depot

The detachable sleeve lets you pull out just a slim laptop case for quick trips while keeping the full backpack for everyday carry, a useful setup for anyone splitting time between commuting and travel. At $19.85, that's $15.14 (43%) off the $34.99 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Day hikers who don't want to carry a separate water bottle will get the most out of the built-in 3L bladder, and the pack currently runs $7.90 below its $46.99 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Hauling drinks and snacks to the beach or a hike is easier when the cooler's on your back instead of your hand, and this one's insulated to actually keep things cold along the way. At $75, that's $50 off the $125 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for parents packing school lunches for a young 49ers fan, since it pairs a backpack with a matching lunchbox in one set, and it's currently $22.50 off the list price at Fanatics. Buy Now at Fanatics

Sized right for younger kids heading to school or camp, and at $7.59 it's $2.20 off the $9.79 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Diaper duty gets simpler with a bag that looks like a regular backpack instead of announcing itself, which matters if you want something you'll actually keep using once your kid outgrows the baby stage. The structured shape keeps it standing upright and organized, a small detail parents tend to appreciate once they're digging through it one-handed. Buy Now at Target

Rolling instead of shoulder-carrying makes sense if you're hauling a laptop plus books or gear across campus or through airports on a regular basis, and the 20-inch size keeps it manageable for overhead bins or tight hallways. Buy Now at Target

Update: The price has changed to $34.99 since this was originally published.

This 45L tactical backpack suits hikers or commuters who want MOLLE webbing and multiple compartments for organizing gear, and it's currently only $1.29 off the list price, so the discount here is minor. Buy Now at Amazon