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From a perfect carry - on to a roomy tote , these old bag are just … much more than bag .

Call it a purse, pocketbook, handbag, or tote — a trusty pack can take you (and all your things) places. If you’re in the market for a new bag and don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars on something so small it can’t hold your phone then, well, you came to the right place.

To help you carry your thing and make life in general a picayune bit easier , we curated a list of helpful bags that all have different qualities that make them handy .

From waterproof bags to bags with a water bottle holder, here are a bunch of bags that are so much more than bags. We hope you find your next daily carrier and maybe something for travel too.

1.A versatile Baggu bag that can be a purse or crossbody

2.A multipocketed leather tote that one reviewer described as “THE ONE”

3.A budget-friendly belt bag

4.The TikTok-famous waterproof Bogg bag

5.The perfect carry-on with lots of pockets

6.A water bottle sling that’s sporty but chic

7.A heavyweight canvas option if you always forget your grocery bags

8.A Baggallini crossbody with an RFID wristlet

9.A diaper bag that looks like a leather purse

10.A utility tote bag you’ll love for errands

11.A laptop case you’ll want to show off

12.A minimalist strap that carries your phone

13.A clear but stylish bag that’s stadium-ready

14.A crossbody bag that’s also a cooler

A person wearing a blue polo shirt and a gray skirt holds a black shoulder bag over their left shoulder

A sleek tote bag is shown empty and with its contents, including a book, a wallet, a pen, and other items, demonstrating its spaciousness and practicality for shopping

A stylish, compact crossbody bag with an adjustable strap and front zipper closure

Bogg Bag tote with perforated design and two handles is shown in this product image for a shopping article

A model in a denim jacket and plaid skirt holds a small, brown Calvin Klein crossbody bag. The image also shows a close-up of the bag on the left

Four images of person models each wearing different sizes of canvas tote bags. Bags are labeled as Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large with Long Handles

Three Baggalini bags with a gray camouflage pattern, displayed for shopping. The set includes a crossbody bag, a small pouch, and a wristlet

Black leather handbag with gold hardware, shown from different angles and open to display internal compartments, including a cell phone pocket

Large rectangular tote bag with black handles, featuring a black-and-white checkered pattern. Ideal for shopping

A leather laptop bag with two front pockets, containing a charger and a mouse. Accessories include glasses, a pen, a tablet, and a folded laptop inside the bag

Person wearing a graphic t-shirt uses a black cord to suspend an iPhone around their neck. Inset image shows various styles of extra ropes available

Clear acrylic tote bag with brown leather straps and gold-tone buckle details, showcased for a shopping category article

Brown Igloo lunch bag with a zipper, shoulder strap, and a visible cup and food container inside