"Leather or fabric?" has different answers depending on what matters most to you: weight on the shoulder, rain, care over time, looks. Here we compare two leather laptop backpacks from the Blue Square and Modus lines with two water-resistant fabric backpacks, all with a sleeve for laptops up to 15.6": for each one you will find weight, capacity, materials, care and warranty.
Table of contents
- What really changes between leather and fabric
- The four models compared
- Care, warranty and repair
- When to choose another model
- Frequently asked questions
- Conclusion
What really changes between leather and fabric
- Material and composition: the two leather models are made of bovine leather; the two fabric ones have an outer of 55% PU and 45% polyester. The lining is polyester for all four.
- Water: both fabric backpacks are water-resistant. The treatment applies to the outer fabric, not to seams and zips. Leather, if it gets wet, should be dried straight away, as explained in the FAQ.
- Net weight: for the same laptop sleeve, the two leather models weigh more than the fabric ones, by roughly 170 to 390 g. You will find the weights in the table.
- Care: differs by material (see below). Warranty and repair procedure, on the other hand, are the same.
The four models compared
| Model | Capacity | Net weight (empty) | External size (H × W × D) | Laptop sleeve | Material | Outer composition | Treatment | Lining |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leather Laptop Backpack 15.6" Blue Square | 18.5 L | 1.602 kg | 42 × 29 × 16 cm | 15.6" | leather | bovine leather | — | 100% polyester |
| Anti-Theft Slim Leather Laptop Backpack 15.6" (Modus) | 15 L | 1.538 kg | 40 × 31 × 12 cm | 15.6" | leather | bovine leather | — | 100% polyester |
| Water-Resistant 15.6" Laptop Backpack Corner 2.0 | 17 L | 1.214 kg | 43 × 34 × 16 cm | 15.6" | fabric | 55% PU, 45% polyester | water-resistant | 100% polyester |
| Expandable Fast-Check 15.6" Laptop Backpack | 27 L | 1.364 kg | 42 × 34 × 18 cm | 15.6" | fabric | 55% PU, 45% polyester | water-resistant | 100% polyester |
Leather Laptop Backpack 15.6" Blue Square
Leather, 18.5 L capacity and 1.602 kg empty. It has two compartments, an external sleeve for laptops up to 15.6", a steel anti-theft cable with combination lock, RFID shielding and a rear zipped pocket for the trolley handle; the Monogram Tag is included. Discover the Leather Laptop Backpack 15.6" Blue Square.
Anti-Theft Slim Leather Laptop Backpack 15.6" (Modus)
Leather, 15 L capacity and 1.538 kg empty, with a depth of 12 cm: the slimmest of the four. It has an external sleeve for laptops up to 15.6", a steel cable with combination lock, RFID shielding and a trolley strap; the Monogram Tag is included. Discover the Anti-Theft Slim Leather Laptop Backpack 15.6" (Modus).
Water-Resistant 15.6" Laptop Backpack Corner 2.0
Water-resistant fabric (55% PU and 45% polyester), 17 L capacity and 1.214 kg empty: the lightest of the four. It has two compartments, an external sleeve for laptops up to 15.6", RFID shielding and a trolley strap. It is also the best seller online of the four over the last three months. Discover the Water-Resistant 15.6" Laptop Backpack Corner 2.0.
Expandable Fast-Check 15.6" Laptop Backpack
Water-resistant fabric (55% PU and 45% polyester), 27 L capacity with the expansion and 1.364 kg empty. It has an external sleeve for laptops up to 15.6" with a fast-check panel, a power bank pocket, RFID shielding and a trolley strap. Discover the Expandable Fast-Check 15.6" Laptop Backpack.
Care, warranty and repair
Leather and fabric are cleaned differently; warranty and repair are the same. You will find all the details in the FAQ.
- Leather: only specific neutral wax-based products, without solvents, benzene or alcohol, applied with a soft cloth in small circular movements; never immerse; if it gets wet, dab immediately with a dry cotton cloth without rubbing. Small imperfections and grain are characteristics of the material.
- Technical fabric: damp cloth and mild soap on dirty areas, no aggressive detergents, never machine wash or immerse; air dry away from heat sources.
- Warranty: the same for all materials, 24 months against material and manufacturing defects, extended to 36 months by registering the product with the Piquadro Club. It does not cover abrasion, water, solvents, wear and tear or accidental damage.
- Repair: under warranty it is requested from the site with the repair return form and the proof of purchase; out of warranty it is possible for a fee if the spare part is available, after an estimate to approve. The procedure is the same for leather and fabric.
When to choose another model
- If your laptop is 14 inches: the Slim Expandable Leather Laptop Backpack 14" (Modus) is the 14-inch leather Modus with expansion and 1.104 kg empty; the Leather 14" Laptop Backpack with Fast Check Panel (Blue Square) is the 14-inch leather Blue Square with a fast-check panel and 1.003 kg.
- If you want fabric with a roll-top closure: the Rain-Ready Roll Top Laptop Backpack 15.6", from the same line, has a 26 L capacity and weighs 1.176 kg.
- If you want leather and fabric together: many models combine the two materials. You will find them among the leather backpacks and the fabric backpacks.
- If you often use the backpack in the rain: choose a model with an included rain cover, such as the Blue Square CA6592B2BM.
Frequently asked questions
Which of the four is the lightest?
The Corner 2.0 CA6465C2OW, at 1.214 kg empty. The heaviest is the Blue Square CA6593B2, at 1.602 kg: in return it has the anti-theft cable and the Monogram Tag included.
Does "water-resistant" mean I can use it in the rain?
The treatment applies to the outer fabric, not to seams, zips and openings. For full protection you need a rain cover, included with some models such as the Blue Square CA6592B2BM.
Can a fabric backpack be repaired?
Yes, with the same procedure as leather: request from the site, free under warranty if the defect is covered, out of warranty for a fee after an estimate and if the spare part is available.
Conclusion
Choose leather (Blue Square CA6593B2 or Modus CA4818MOS) if you want the material, the anti-theft cable and the included Monogram Tag, accepting roughly 170 to 390 g more; choose fabric (Corner 2.0 CA6465C2OW or the fast-check CA6239W129W) if weight and the water-resistant treatment matter most. Warranty and repair are the same.
External dimensions in centimetres, height × width × depth. Weight of the empty product.
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