MacBook Pro Bags, Sleeves, and Cases Thread

[coolbreeze2]

I found a carrying bag that specifically lists compatibility with the 2021 MBP M1 Pro/Max. 14.2 Inch.

MBP M1 Pro/Max 14.2 inch carrying case

 

[jon9091]

PSA: Haber London are using FedEx.. and my parcel looks like its lost in the system. Dunno when I'll get a refund for my 16" MBP case, off to search for something subpar on Amazon now

I ordered a 16”case from Harber London as well, but they completely screwed up my order…sent me a case that wouldn’t even cover a 14”. Now I’ve got to try to figure out how to return it, and find something that actually works.

 

[coolbreeze2]

I see sleeves specifically stating compatibility with new 14 inch and 16 inch M1 of 2021.

Laptop Sleeves MBP M1 Pro/Max 2021

 

[Maaaako]

The sleeve case from WaterField design is really good, been using them for my last MacBook and the materials used is top notch.

 

[goldtiger]

Just got my WaterField/SFBags sleeve in. Really quick turnaround, ordered it on 10/26. Was quoted ship date (not deliver date) of 11/5. Delivered today 11/1.

Really nice quality, but what's sad is my Macbook hasn't even shipped yet ?

 

[UltimateSyn]

What did you order from them? I have been looking at the neoprene sleeve. The leather sleeve looks nice too!

I’ve ordered the ballistic nylon SleeveCase (+ strap and piggyback) as well as this new Tech Folio Brief that they announced with two sizes made for the new MBP:

Tech Folio Brief

The best tech folio brief for your work-from-home gear. Keep your tech gear organized. Custom fit for the 14" and 16" Macbook Pro. Made in San Francisco, USA.

www.sfbags.com

Also ordered an AirPods Max case (came in the other day - it’s great) as well as the Nintendo Switch case. They’re getting a lot of my $$$.

 

[terryw1]

I’ve ordered the ballistic nylon SleeveCase (+ strap and piggyback) as well as this new Tech Folio Brief that they announced with two sizes made for the new MBP:

Tech Folio Brief

The best tech folio brief for your work-from-home gear. Keep your tech gear organized. Custom fit for the 14" and 16" Macbook Pro. Made in San Francisco, USA.

www.sfbags.com

Also ordered an AirPods Max case (came in the other day - it’s great) as well as the Nintendo Switch case. They’re getting a lot of my $$$.

Can,t find the ballistic nylon one. Tech brief is NICE! I have the Nintendo switch case and AirPods max case from them. Quality products. Will most likely get a sleeve from them for my 14 mbp …..but you now have me drooling over the tech folio as I need something to carry both my laptop and iPad Pro when traveling.

 

[UltimateSyn]

…..but you now have me drooling over the tech folio as I need something to carry both my laptop and iPad Pro when traveling.

Exactly!! That’s the use case I got it for. Lots of traveling coming up in my life. Here’s the ballistic nylon sleeve I was referring to:

MacBook SleeveCase

Best custom sleeve for the NEW MacBook Pro M2 and MacBook Air M2. Keep your MacBook snug and protected. Made in San Francisco, USA.

www.sfbags.com

 

[terryw1]

Exactly!! That’s the use case I got it for. Lots of traveling coming up in my life. Here’s the ballistic nylon sleeve I was referring to:

MacBook SleeveCase

Best custom sleeve for the NEW MacBook Pro M2 and MacBook Air M2. Keep your MacBook snug and protected. Made in San Francisco, USA.

www.sfbags.com

Thanks for the link…I think? So did you ask or do you know if both mb Pro and the 12.9 iPad Pro will fit in the case? I have looked at the pics til I’m bleary eyed but I dont see pics or info on the side holding the mb pro. I will probably end up emailing Gary before I drop a bundle on this case, but I am DEFINETELY interested!

 

[PerfumedPonce]

Can anyone recommend a rigid case for a MacBook that fits in a rucksack? Not like a skin but a padded box.

I am pretty sure the slight pressure from carrying other items has damaged the screen on my machine.

 

[cal6n]

Harbor London completely screwed up my order…sent me a case that would barely got a 14”. Now I’ve got to try to figure out how to return it, and find something that actually works.

I have had two Harber London sleeves, and I'm generally happy. Great quality.

I had the Folio 7 case for my 2016 15" MBP - a perfect snug fit.

I bought the Laptop Case for my M1 13" MBP immediately after launch - Harber sent one that was much too big - they were responsive to an email through their website and sent out an acceptable replacement - the Laptop Case is a more generous fit than the Folio 7, though.

I am going to wait until I see what size the different cases are on the 14" before ordering. I will be buying another one though. Probably the Laptop Case in dark brown.

 

[Tb87Bln]

I've gone for the Harber slim leather sleeve as I'm not looking for anything rugged or even a zipped case, just something to protect it from scratches if I'm putting it in an overnight bag or even just carrying it to the office etc. I've always liked the look of the simple leather sleeve from Apple, but I couldn't justify the cost of it.

I am eying the blue Harber slim leather sleeve…?
Looks so classy…
but I am not quite ready to pull the trigger as I my laptop sleeves/bags used to be way cheaper…? (the Harber one is actually the “cheapest” 14” slim sleeve I was able to find)
I just wish there would be more fitting slim sleeves without zippers or magnets to choose from…
But buying an elegant adult sleeve is something one could do after becoming a working adult after university… ??‍♀️?


Do you have an estimated delivery date for your sleeve?

 

[Tb87Bln]

Can anyone recommend a rigid case for a MacBook that fits in a rucksack? Not like a skin but a padded box.

I am pretty sure the slight pressure from carrying other items has damaged the screen on my machine.

Never even thought about it but it makes sense I guess…
A good idea to look for something like a box so there isn’t any additional pressure on the screen…
That’s definitely something I have to keep in mind if I wanna do some work related travel with it… maybe even if I wanna transport it through town using public transport…
Let’s add it to my shopping/search list…

(I desperately hope for Black Friday to save a few €)

 

[No Mercy]

Does anyone have a source for a hard shell case for the new 16" MBP M1 MAX?

 

[SHNXX]

I just bought an Hermes Sac a Depeche... not sure if it's a good idea to put the new MacBook pro in it, as it might stretch the leather. But i'm going to try it anyway.

 

[knassar]

I just bought an Hermes Sac a Depeche... not sure if it's a good idea to put the new MacBook pro in it, as it might stretch the leather. But i'm going to try it anyway.

Weird flex, but OK

 

[UltimateSyn]

Thanks for the link…I think? So did you ask or do you know if both mb Pro and the 12.9 iPad Pro will fit in the case? I have looked at the pics til I’m bleary eyed but I dont see pics or info on the side holding the mb pro. I will probably end up emailing Gary before I drop a bundle on this case, but I am DEFINETELY interested!

Oh sorry, I got the Tech Folio Brief (in ballistic nylon) for carrying my MacBook, iPad Pro and other accessories. That definitely has the two pockets for that. I bought the SleeveCase for carrying solely the MacBook. They do have something called a Double-Take Sleeve, which is advertised to fit both a MacBook and iPad Pro in one relatively compact sleeve, and at least the 13" version claims compatibility with the new 14" size:

WaterField Designs | Bags & Sleeves for MacBook, Surface Book, tablets

Made in San Francisco. The best handcrafted quality bags, backpacks, custom-fit sleeves for MacBook, Surface, laptops, iPad, tablets, iPhones, Nintendo Switch & other tech gear. Friendly service.

www.sfbags.com

 

[medazinol]

Really tempted to get a tomtoc bag but I really want a plastic shell for my 16" at the moment

 

[ascender]

I am eying the blue Harber slim leather sleeve…?
Looks so classy…
but I am not quite ready to pull the trigger as I my laptop sleeves/bags used to be way cheaper…? (the Harber one is actually the “cheapest” 14” slim sleeve I was able to find)
I just wish there would be more fitting slim sleeves without zippers or magnets to choose from…
But buying an elegant adult sleeve is something one could do after becoming a working adult after university… ??‍♀️?


Do you have an estimated delivery date for your sleeve?

I ordered it last night and it is being delivered on Thursday.

 

[PerfumedPonce]

Never even thought about it but it makes sense I guess…
A good idea to look for something like a box so there isn’t any additional pressure on the screen…
That’s definitely something I have to keep in mind if I wanna do some work related travel with it… maybe even if I wanna transport it through town using public transport…
Let’s add it to my shopping/search list…

(I desperately hope for Black Friday to save a few €)

I have a Peli case for travel which is like a small foam lined plastic briefcase.

It is very good but impractical for everyday use.

Laptop Hard Shell Cases | Peli

Drops, spills, getting tossed around by the TSA? A Peli laptop hard case can face it all. Explore our selection of rugged yet lightweight laptop cases.

www.peli.com

 

[terryw1]

Oh sorry, I got the Tech Folio Brief (in ballistic nylon) for carrying my MacBook, iPad Pro and other accessories. That definitely has the two pockets for that. I bought the SleeveCase for carrying solely the MacBook. They do have something called a Double-Take Sleeve, which is advertised to fit both a MacBook and iPad Pro in one relatively compact sleeve, and at least the 13" version claims compatibility with the new 14" size:

WaterField Designs | Bags & Sleeves for MacBook, Surface Book, tablets

Made in San Francisco. The best handcrafted quality bags, backpacks, custom-fit sleeves for MacBook, Surface, laptops, iPad, tablets, iPhones, Nintendo Switch & other tech gear. Friendly service.

www.sfbags.com

After back and forth with Gary, I ended up ordering the outback duo and the 14” neoprene sleeve. The outback duo has 2 pockets for 2 devices and they have 2 sizes. Compact=14” mbpro, full=16” mbpro. They have this same case for solo devices as well. also ordered the neoprene sleeve for my 14”.

Outback Duo Laptop Brief

Best Slim Briefcase for MacBook Pro and iPad Pro for every day. Lightweight and fits two laptops or laptop + tablet and accessories. Made in San Francisco, USA.

www.sfbags.com

Neo Sleeve for MacBook

Shop the best neoprene sleeve for the NEW MacBook Pro M2 and MacBook Air M2. Made of 4mm neoprene stretches without losing shape. Made in San Francisco, USA.

www.sfbags.com

Should be set to go now!

 

[jon9091]

Ordering from Harber London was a huge mistake. I ordered the slim leather folio No. 7 for the MacBook Pro 16” (2021)….and they sent me something that measures 13 1/2” inches across. Now they want to charge me £40 ($55) to return it.

 

[cal6n]

Ordering from Harber London was a huge mistake. I ordered the slim leather folio No. 7 for the MacBook Pro 16” (2021)….and they sent me something that measures 13 1/2” inches across. Now they want to charge me £40 ($55) to return it.

That's strange. Last year when Harber sent me a laptop sleeve that was too big they arranged a free pick up and re-delivery of the correct sized sleeve via Fedex. No quibbling and no fuss. Just a bit of delay due to re-stocking issues.

 

[UltimateSyn]

Ordering from Harber London was a huge mistake. I ordered the slim leather folio No. 7 for the MacBook Pro 16” (2021)….and they sent me something that measures 13 1/2” inches across. Now they want to charge me £40 ($55) to return it.

Wow... You should fight that

 

[jon9091]

That's strange. Last year when Harber sent me a laptop sleeve that was too big they arranged a free pick up and re-delivery of the correct sized sleeve via Fedex. No quibbling and no fuss. Just a bit of delay due to re-stocking issues.

That would have been nice…but it was not an option.

Option 1 was Pickup and delivery and was the previously mentioned £40

Option 2 was ship it yourself


I emailed them a few days ago about returning this, and never got a response. Today I found the online return options.