Top 15 Must-Have Digital Nomad Accessories for Remote Work in 2025

As the digital nomad lifestyle continues to grow, the need for high-performance, versatile accessories is more important than ever. Whether you’re hopping between co-working spaces or working from a beachside café, having the right gear can make all the difference. The best digital nomad accessories balance practicality with style—providing organization, comfort, and durability without compromising looks. In this guide, we’ll explore the must-have tools for the modern nomad, from tech-friendly backpacks to compact travel essentials and even tech upgrades, ensuring you’re always ready to work from anywhere in the world. Ready to gear up? Let’s dive in.

Carry

EVERGOODS CAP2 (US$75) or Bellroy x Carryology Tech Kit (US$69)

Tiny tech accessories have a way of disappearing into the recesses of your bag. But trusty tech organization is on hand with the EVERGOODS CAP2, which offers a self-standing design that can serve as a mini workstation wherever the day takes you. Your gear is protected from scrapes and bumps thanks to 360-degree padding, while an interior zippered divider easily adjusts to changing loads. If you’re looking for a sleek clamshell style, check out the Bellroy x Carryology Tech Kit. Part of our Carryology Essentials line, this practical and professional organizer lays flat for easy access, with multiple interior pockets and elastic webbing to organize your small work essentials.

Incase A.R.C. Commuter Pack (US$199.99)

Incase are known for their tech-savvy carry designs and the A.R.C. Commuter Pack is a smart pick for digital nomads. A separate rear compartment stores a laptop and tablet away from the main compartment for easy on-the-go access, while a front RFID-blocking pocket provides peace of mind against digital information theft. Additionally, the pack has further front, top, and side pockets to organize quick-access items such as a phone, wallet, water bottle, notebook, and more. Made with 100% recycled polyester exterior fabric with a C0 water-repellent coating, the pack includes a comfy padded back panel and shoulder straps and YKK water-resistant zippers on all the tech compartments.

Aer Tech Pack 3 (US$219)

Aer are experts at creating bags that blend clean urban style and everyday functionality, and the Tech Pack 3 is an excellent choice for professional, tech-focused carry. Three compartments ensure your gear is well organized and accessible throughout the day, including a rear 16″ laptop compartment, main compartment, and front admin compartment with multiple interior pockets for organizing small essentials. The pack has a self-standing design for convenient access and an external water bottle pocket. Built tough with a 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior, this pack effortlessly embraces daily use and also includes a luggage passthrough for travel ease.

Bellroy Transit Workpack Pro 28L (US$259)

Want a nifty hybrid option for travel and everyday commuting with tech? Bellroy’s Transit Workpack Pro 28L offers plenty of thoughtful features in a sleek design that looks suitably at home in offices, cafes, airports, and beyond. The panel-loading main compartment offers easy packing and access, while the separate rear laptop compartment fits up to 16″ tech devices and has a top storage area that can fit a tech pouch or toiletry kit for quick access when zipping through airport security. The pack also has a front pocket that accommodates A4 documents or a tablet, as well as zippered side pockets that store items such as a water bottle, keys, phone, and other frequently used gear. While the 28L option is handy for larger loads and bigger frames, the 22L option is a more compact alternative for smaller loads and frames.

Mission Workshop Drift (from US$320)

Totes are hard to beat when it comes to grab-and-go portability and easy access. So if you’re seeking a tech tote, the Mission Workshop Drift should definitely be on your shortlist. Multiple external pockets keep frequently used items close at hand, with padded 16″ laptop storage protecting tech while you’re out and about. Built in the USA, the tote comes in a variety of fabric options and includes grab handles, a removable shoulder strap, and a luggage passthrough for flexible portability. The 28L main compartment accommodates a variety of gear, from clothing to photography equipment, groceries, and more, making this a versatile hauler for work, travel, and downtime use alike.

WaterField Designs Tech Folio Backpack (from US$359) and Tech Folio Brief (from US$339)

Life as a digital nomad doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a touch of luxury wherever you go. The WaterField Designs Tech Folio Backpack is a stylish premium option for carrying your tech and personal gear in one easily accessible format. Dual compartments offer separate storage for tech accessories and personal items such as clothing and a toiletry kit, making this a smart pack for travel or everyday use carrying work and gym gear. The pack comes in Slim and Standard sizes, with the Slim size featuring a narrower office section, while the tech folio section is the same in both sizes.

If briefcases are more your style, WaterField have a suave alternative on hand with the Tech Folio Brief. Also offering dual compartments to organize tech accessories and everyday or travel gear, the Tech Folio Brief comes in four sizes to accommodate 14″ and 16″ tech devices in either Slim or Full sizes. The Slim options have a thinner briefcase section than the Full sizes, while the tech folio sections are the same size.

Tech

Rolling Square inCharge XL Pocket 100W 6in1 Keyring Cable (US$29.90)

Carrying tech often necessitates also carrying an assortment of charging cables, which can quickly lead to clutter. But Rolling Square helps you pare back the cable chaos with their inCharge XL Pocket 100W 6in1 Keyring Cable. As the name suggests, the compact design offers six different charging combinations to handle both Apple and Android devices. Additionally, it also supports ultra-fast charging up to 100W, Apple fast charging up to 27W, and data transfer such as photos, videos, or documents.

Twelve South StayGo mini USB-C Hub (US$29.99)

The Twelve South StayGo mini USB-C Hub helps you make the most of your iPad (and also works with a MacBook) by connecting peripherals to your tech via four ports. Options include a USB-A, HDMI, headphone/audio out, and USB-C power port. The mini hub can connect directly to your iPad or below it using the included cable (which allows you to keep a protective case on your tablet).

Matador Global Travel Adapter (US$36)

A travel adapter is a key part of any international travel setup and Matador delivers a dialed-in option with their Global Travel Adapter. It provides three USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and one traditional AC socket in an easily portable design. The high-capacity USB-C port is able to fast-charge smartphones or charge larger devices. Compatible in over 170 countries, the charger is CE, RoHS, UKCA, and FCC compliant.

Roost V3 Laptop Stand (US$89.95)

Hunching over a laptop is not great for your posture but the Roost V3 Laptop Stand offers a nifty solution. This portable laptop stand can be adjusted to seven different height settings, so you can set it to the ideal height for keeping your laptop screen at your eye level. The design is lightweight and foldable, making it an easy addition to any daily or travel carry setup. Plus, it accommodates all laptop makes and models, so you’re good to go regardless of which tech you use.

Peak Design x Carryology Mobile Tripod (US$89.95)

Peak Design’s Mobile Tripod is an invaluable tool for getting the most out of your mobile phone. It maximizes the photography and video functionality of your phone by supporting it in both portrait and landscape mode, as well as offering easily adjustable viewing or shooting angles courtesy of the micro ballhead. So we teamed up with the folks at Peak Design to take this best-in-class design to even greater heights as part of our Carryology Essentials program. The Peak Design x Carryology Mobile Tripod offers the same excellent functionality but with some stylish twists including a custom orange anodized ball head and leg connection bolts, our custom Auxikko pattern laser-etched across the front surface, and a laser-etched Peak Design x Carryology logo.

Anker Prime 27,650mAh Power Bank (250W) and 100W Charging Base (US$234.99)

Keeping your devices juiced on the go is crucial as a digital nomad and Anker has you covered with their Prime 250W ultra-fast charging portable charger. The Anker Prime can charge up to three devices simultaneously, with a maximum 140W output able to charge a 16″ MacBook Pro to 50% in only 28 minutes. The power bank works with an app to monitor stats and there’s also a “Find Device” feature to locate the power bank if needed.

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones (US$329.99) and/or Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (US$219)

Need to work in noisy, crowded areas such as a cafe, public transport terminal, on the train, or on a plane? Noise-canceling headphones or earphones can help you shut out the outside world and boost your focus and productivity for the task at hand. On the headphone front, the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones are a great option, offering industry-leading noise cancellation as well as useful features such as clear hands-free calling, up to 30 hours of battery life, and a comfy lightweight design.

If earphones are more your jam, check out the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds with their Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) and proprietary Bose CustomTune technology that analyzes your ears and automatically tailors the sound and active noise cancellation to their unique shape. The earphones provide up to six hours of battery life and nine combinations of eartips and stability bands for your perfect fit, all in a compact design that’s easily portable in a bag or pocket.

Espresso Pro 17 Portable Display (US$799)

Traveling easily with a second screen may sound impossible, but the Espresso Pro 17 Portable Display makes it a reality. Designed to fit in a backpack or briefcase, the portable 4K monitor features a touchscreen display, durable aluminum chassis, inbuilt speakers, and two USB-C ports. The Pro 17 comes with a magnetic espresso Stand Pro for an optimized display angle and can be used in horizontal or vertical orientations to suit your specific needs.