When you're choosing a carry case for tablets and e-readers, the first question is what you'll put in it. One option here is a slim sleeve designed for compact devices; the other is a roomier bag built for bigger slates. The right pick depends on whether you want a minimal pouch or a full bag.
Before you decide, think about how you'll carry the device. A sleeve works best when it will ride inside another bag, while a dedicated tablet bag is easier to grab on its own. That distinction is as important as the screen size, because it determines whether you end up with a minimal pouch or a full bag.
Quick verdict
Choose the Mobile Edge Neogrid Sleeve when you need a less expensive, compact way to tote a small tablet or e-reader. Choose the Tribeca Ohio State University bag when you carry a larger tablet and want more room and carrying options. The sleeve is the simpler pick; the Tribeca bag is the more feature-forward option. In short, size leads the decision: compact devices fit the sleeve, full-size tablets fit the bag.
Comparison
| Carry model | Listed price | Price bar | Key detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile Edge Neogrid Sleeve | USD 5.99 | Sleeve/pouch for 7-inch tablets; open box | |
| Tribeca Ohio State University Bag | USD 17.99 | Padded shoulder/messenger bag; new with tags |
Where each wins
Mobile Edge Neogrid Sleeve wins for anyone with a compact tablet or e-reader. It is a sleeve rather than a bag, so it keeps the carry profile minimal. Its key advantage is the lower listed price. If you already have a backpack or tote and just need a layer for your device, this sleeve keeps the overall bulk down.
Tribeca Ohio State University Bag wins for anyone who needs to carry a larger tablet. It offers a bag format rather than a sleeve, giving you more carrying options. It also has the extra room a bigger device usually needs without forcing you into a bulky backpack.
Product notes
Mobile Edge Neogrid Sleeve
At its $5.99 price, this open-box sleeve is a straightforward way to carry a compact tablet or e-reader. It is designed for Mobile Edge's Edge and Tablet S product lines and sized for a 7-inch screen, so it suits smaller devices rather than larger slates. The sleeve/pouch style keeps bulk low and works well as a minimalist inside-a-bag carry. Its limitation is capacity: a larger tablet won't fit this sleeve, and the listing is open box rather than new. It doesn't add the bulk of a larger bag, so it slips into a bigger carry easily. If you want a simple, low-profile carrier for a small device, this is the practical option.
Tribeca Ohio State University Bag
This $17.99 Tribeca bag is the larger, more feature-rich choice. It is listed as new with tags and described as a black shoulder/messenger-style bag that fits most 10-inch tablets, with compatibility for iPads, iPads 2, Nooks, Kindles, and more. Its padded design adds protection during travel. The trade-off is added bulk and a collegiate Ohio State look; if you prefer a neutral sleeve, this isn't that. It also sits at the higher end of the price spread. The black finish keeps the university styling from feeling overly loud, and the strap design leaves your hands free while you move. For a larger tablet, it offers more carrying flexibility than a sleeve.
Final choice by use case
In short, match the carry to the device: a compact reader fits the sleeve, and a larger tablet fits the bag.
- If you want a less expensive, compact sleeve for a small tablet or e-reader, go with the Mobile Edge Neogrid Sleeve.
- If you want a bag with more carrying options for a larger tablet, go with the Tribeca Ohio State University bag.
