Quick answer

Choose the @Work Large Cargo Backpack if you need to carry a laptop up to 17 inches and want one bag that doubles as a carry-on for business trips. Choose the Bric's B|Y Ulisse Laptop Backpack if you want a smaller, lighter daypack for commuting or short trips and do not need to haul a large laptop.

Size and laptop fit: the first decision

The @Work Large Cargo Backpack is built around a large laptop: it fits up to 17-inch laptops. That makes it the safer choice if your work machine is a 15- or 17-inch model, or if you often carry a second screen or bulky accessories.

The Bric's B|Y Ulisse Laptop Backpack is described as a smaller backpack. The catalog does not list a maximum laptop size, so if you carry a 17-inch laptop, treat the @Work as the confirmed fit and check the B|Y Ulisse's dimensions before ordering.

Travel role: daypack versus carry-on

The @Work Large Cargo Backpack is explicitly designed to double as a carry-on for business trips. That dual role matters if you want to board a flight with one bag and skip a separate suitcase for a short trip.

The Bric's B|Y Ulisse is positioned as a travel-ready smaller backpack with convenient storage and zip features. It is better suited to being a personal item or daypack alongside other luggage, not as your only bag for a multi-day trip.

Organization and access

The @Work includes a SpeedThru pocket for finding important items quickly and a pocket for keeping tabs on your bag. Those features target business travelers who need fast access at security or in a meeting.

The Bric's B|Y Ulisse emphasizes clean lines and simple packing with its pocket and zip layout. It is less about business-travel checkpoints and more about an elegant, uncomplicated carry.

Trade-offs to weigh

  • Laptop size: The @Work confirms support for up to 17-inch laptops; the B|Y Ulisse does not list a maximum size, so verify dimensions if your laptop is large. If your laptop is 17 inches, start with the @Work.
  • Trip length: The @Work is designed as a carry-on for business trips; the B|Y Ulisse is a smaller travel-ready daypack better paired with other luggage. Choose the @Work for one-bag short trips; choose the B|Y Ulisse for day use.
  • Business features: The @Work adds a SpeedThru pocket and a tracking pocket for business travel; the B|Y Ulisse keeps a simpler pocket and zip layout. Prioritize quick-access pockets if you travel through airports often.

Product facts

  • Bric's B|Y Ulisse Laptop Backpack: Smaller backpack made of durable nylon with convenient storage, pocket, and zip features. A lighter, simpler option for commuting or short trips when you do not need a large laptop compartment.

    Bric's B|Y Ulisse Laptop Backpack

    Bric's B|Y Ulisse Laptop Backpack

  • @Work Large Cargo Backpack (2024): Fits up to 17-inch laptops and doubles as a carry-on for business trips. One bag can cover both your workday and a short trip if you carry a large laptop.

    @Work Large Cargo Backpack (2024)

    @Work Large Cargo Backpack (2024)

Which should you buy?

Best for

  • Business travelers carrying a 15- to 17-inch laptop who want one bag for work and short trips
  • Commuters who need quick-access pockets and a professional look

Not for

  • Travelers who want a compact daypack and already carry a separate suitcase
  • Buyers who prefer a lighter, simpler bag without business-travel pockets