Some bags simply carry your belongings; others quietly elevate the way you travel.
The Orbitkey Daily Tote 16L, especially in the beautifully understated Olive colourway, is firmly in the latter category.
After taking it on a recent business trip, it proved not only a refined laptop bag but also an unexpectedly capable piece of cabin luggage — the kind of bag that slips effortlessly into your routine and immediately feels indispensable.
Orbitkey’s story began in Melbourne, founded by Rex Kuo and Charles Ng, two designers who believed everyday carry could be both elegant and intelligently engineered. Their first success — the Orbitkey Key Organiser — set the tone for everything that followed: minimalist, functional, and built around solving real‑world frustrations. The Daily Tote continues that philosophy with quiet confidence.
Crafted from recycled, water‑resistant woven fabric with vegan leather accents, the tote has a structured yet supple feel. At around 40cm x 34cm x 12cm and a 16‑litre capacity, it strikes the perfect balance between compact and capable. The Olive shade is particularly sophisticated — earthy, modern, and far more distinctive than the usual black or navy.
Inside, the organisation is where Orbitkey excels. A padded laptop sleeve comfortably fits a 14–16 inch device, while internal pockets keep chargers, notebooks and travel essentials neatly in place. The open main compartment easily handled my laptop, documents, toiletries and a scarf without ever feeling overstuffed.
I paired the tote with the Orbitkey Essential Pouch Trio in Stone, which turned out to be the perfect companion set. The three pouches small, medium and large slot neatly inside the tote and are ideal for separating tech accessories, travel documents, cosmetics or in‑flight essentials. The Stone colour complements the Olive tote beautifully, adding a soft, neutral contrast. On the move, it meant everything had a place: cables in one pouch, passport and cards in another, and small personal items in the third.
The crossbody strap is another thoughtful touch. Padded, colour‑matched and fully adjustable, it transforms the tote from a shoulder bag into a hands‑free carry — invaluable when navigating airports or juggling coffee, phone and boarding pass. It distributes weight well and makes the bag feel even more versatile.
On my business trip, the Daily Tote 16L transitioned seamlessly from airport lounge to aircraft cabin to meetings. It slid neatly under the seat, kept my laptop protected, and looked polished throughout.
Orbitkey has created a bag that is quietly clever, beautifully made and genuinely useful. For business travellers who value organisation, comfort and understated design, the Daily Tote 16L, especially paired with the Essential Pouch Trio is an easy recommendation.