Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody vs INC International Concepts Women's Doris Mesh Pouch
These are not really substitutes. The Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody is a hands-free bag built to carry up to a 15" laptop, and at $25.50 at Vera Bradley Online Outlet as of November 4, 2026 it is the cheaper and more practical buy. The INC Doris Mesh Pouch is a small 8" x 6-1/2" x 2" sparkle pouch that fits a phone, not a laptop, and costs $38.00 at eBay as of November 4, 2026. Buy the Vera Bradley for work and travel; buy the INC pouch only as a small evening or cosmetic bag.
Today the Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody costs $12.50 less at its best price.
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Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody
4.3Choose the Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody if you need to carry a laptop and want a hands-free bag for under $30.
- Carries up to a 15" laptop hands-free
- Zip closure plus an exterior zip pocket
- Retractable handle
- $25.50 at Vera Bradley Online Outlet as of November 4, 2026
- Outlet-exclusive design
What separates them
| Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody | INC International Concepts Women's Doris Mesh Pouch | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary purpose | Laptop crossbody bag with a shoulder strap | Small hand-held pouch |
| Laptop fit | Accommodates up to a 15" laptop | Fits an iPhone 8 Plus, no laptop |
| Size | Large enough for a 15" laptop plus an exterior zip pocket | 8"W x 6-1/2"H x 2"D |
| Carrying style | Hands-free crossbody with a retractable handle | 5-1/2" handle, carried by hand |
| Closure | Zip closure plus an exterior zip pocket | Zip closures and a magnetic snap |
| Materials | Fabric bag in Vera Bradley's quilted cotton style | Metal mesh, rhinestones and polyester with a sparkle finish |
| Ratings | 4.3 out of 5 from 20 ratings | 4.6 out of 5 from 153 ratings |
Price history
- Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody: lowest $25.50 on Nov 2 at Vera Bradley Online Outlet; $25.50 on Nov 4.
- INC International Concepts Women's Doris Mesh Pouch: lowest $38.00 on Nov 4 at eBay.
Prices at every store
Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody
- Vera Bradley Online OutletNew
In stock
$25.50Observed at 8:32 AM - PoshmarkPre-owned
Availability unknown
$20.00Observed at 9:25 AM - PoshmarkNew
Availability unknown
$30.00Observed at 9:25 AM - eBayNew
Availability unknownSold by pointerspersonalpicks
$38.00Observed at 9:25 AM
INC International Concepts Women's Doris Mesh Pouch
- eBayNew
In stockSold by supersale999
$38.00Observed at 8:32 AM - Macy'sNew
In stock
$44.52Observed at 8:32 AM - PoshmarkNew
Availability unknown
$38.00Observed at 8:32 AM - ModeSensNew
Availability unknown
$45.00Observed at 8:32 AM
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Specs compared
| Spec | Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody | INC International Concepts Women's Doris Mesh Pouch |
|---|---|---|
| Material | — | Rhinestones, Metal mesh, Polyester |
| Outer Material | — | Rhinestones, Metal mesh, Polyester |
| Style Type | — | Pouch |
| Closure Type | — | Zip closures, Magnetic snap |
| Size | — | Small |
| Size Dimensions | — | 8"W x 6-1/2"H x 2"D |
| Size Capacity | — | Fits iPhone 8 Plus |
| Suitable Gender | — | Women |
| Gender | — | Female |
| Age Group | — | Adult |
What reviewers say
Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody
Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 20 ratings on the Vera Bradley outlet page. Buyers generally like the hands-free carry and the roomy laptop fit at the outlet price.
- Hands-free crossbody carry
- Fits a 15-inch laptop
- Attractive Vera Bradley prints
- Good value at the outlet price
- Strap comfort with a loaded bag
- Limited padding for a laptop
- Availability of outlet-exclusive patterns
INC International Concepts Women's Doris Mesh Pouch
With 4.6 out of 5 from 153 ratings, owners like the look and the price. Most say it is a pretty evening bag that holds the essentials.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for carrying a laptop?
- The Vera Bradley Laptop Crossbody. It accommodates up to a 15" laptop and has a crossbody strap. The INC pouch is 8" x 6-1/2" x 2" and fits only a phone.
- Which is cheaper?
- The Vera Bradley. It is $25.50 at Vera Bradley Online Outlet as of November 4, 2026, against $38.00 at eBay for the INC pouch as of the same date.
- Is the INC pouch worth the extra $12.50?
- Only if you want a small sparkle pouch for evenings or cosmetics. For carrying a laptop or daily gear, the Vera Bradley does far more for less.
- Which has better ratings?
- The INC pouch rates higher, 4.6 out of 5 from 153 ratings versus 4.3 out of 5 from 20 for the Vera Bradley. The Vera Bradley sample is much smaller.
- Can the INC pouch hold a tablet?
- No. At 8" wide and 6-1/2" high it is sized for a phone such as an iPhone 8 Plus, not a tablet.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Vera Bradley's fabric construction is more likely to hold up to daily laptop carry. The INC pouch's rhinestones and mesh are more prone to snags and wear.