Gear Case Selection: A Comprehensive Buyers Guide
These days, there is so much tech gear that becomes an almost everyday essential. From earbuds and power adapters to dongles and charging cables, there’s so much we might need as we venture from our homes out into the world.
When you’re on the go, you know the importance of keeping your belongings organized. But simply having everything from your keys to your phone with you is only half the battle. Belongings at the bottom of a backpack or jumbling in your pocket can get scratched and damaged. Even worse, items freely floating in a single compartment are liable to be lost.
When everything is in its place, you will have things exactly where you need them when you need them. And if something goes missing, you’re that much more likely to know when it’s not in its usual spot. Smart travelers know that the secret to accessing gear quickly and easily is keeping it all organized.
After all, keeping all your everyday belongings safe and organized is a surefire way to keep cool on the go. With your tech stashed properly, you’ll be like a proverbial Swiss Army Knife: ready with everything you need to get the job done.
But what are the best gear cases you should consider? Here are the top tips to consider before selecting your everyday gear case.
Picking the Right Size
Before you start purchasing gear cases willy nilly, it’s important to think about your needs. Do you prefer to be the kind of person who literally has everything they might ever need, Boy Scouts-style? Or do you elevate aesthetics above functionality? There’s obviously no single kind of around-towner, and as such there’s no single gear case that’s going to work for every person.
But as you do a bit of introspection, we imagine you’ll start to devise whether you need it all or just the essentials.
Think of it this way: a slim gear case can be easily slipped into a backpack or satchel. Meanwhile, a full-on gear back can carry your electronic essentials and so much more. Some people like to travel light, whereas others like to be prepared for anything. It really comes down to how much are you ready to carry?
Considering Your Tech
Do you just have a phone, wallet, and earbuds to pack away? Or do you usually also travel with your laptop/tablet, power brick, etc.?
Your personal tech stack is critical in deciding which gear case is going to be perfect.
For slim loads, consider the simple yet svelte EDC Gear Pouch. It offers a dedicated spot for your phone, charging cable, earbuds, and more. It even has zippered pockets for cash, your ID, and other travel essentials.
For those who prefer an all-in-one solution, the Mason EDC pouch offers a classic profile with plenty of room for everything from your charging brick to your everyday cables. And because this gear pouch offers dedicated storage for each device, there’s no risk of your belongings getting jumbled up. This of this as your organized little co-pilot as you traverse towns both near and far.
If you trend more toward the corporate side of things, consider a folio with classic styling over a crossbody like the Mason EDC. The Executive Folio for Laptops and Tablets provides conservative styling with pockets for a laptop or tablet and room for all of the dongles and cables you might need during the workday.
For jetsetters, consider a gear case that blends functionality and slimness. The Air Caddy tech pouch is a smart, slim accessory pouch that stores your inflight entertainment. Keep your iPad, snacks, eye mask, etc. at your fingertips.
When it’s time to land, you can quickly pack everything into the Air Caddy so you won’t leave anything behind.
Selecting the Best
There’s nothing quite like the perfect gear case that anticipates your needs before you even pack it full. WaterField Designs specializes in thoughtfully made, expertly crafted gear cases for tech enthusiasts with a discerning eye.
Our cases are anything but ordinary, bringing expertly milled fabrics, smartly designed storage, and durably constructed form factors to stand up to everyday wear and tear. And our tech accessory pouch products are as comfortable to use on your daily commute as they are halfway around the world.
Explore device-specific designs in contemporary tech accessory pouch products, such as our:
- Time Travel Case for Apple Watch and compatible accessories,
- Tech Pocket (for those commonly lost gadgets like earbuds and USB cables),
- iPhone EDC, which was designed specifically for iPhone users,
- And much more.
With WaterField Designs at your back, you can find the perfect EDC gear pouch for your specific needs. We also carry a wide variety of laptop cases, tech bags, and more.
