Top Five Rugged Netbook Cases

First on our list is this slim rugged netbook sleeve from Kroo. Although this case was designed for most Eee PCs from the 900 to the 1008 series, it could also fit other netbook brands. This Kroo netbook sleeve was made of high-grade weather resistant neoprene materials. It comes with an extra zippered side pocket where you can put your netbook charger and other accessories. This rugged netbook sleeve also has a translucent interior storage compartment. As a bonus, the case also comes packed with a Microfiber cleaning cloth and Nebula-designed mouse pad. If you were to look at this rugged netbook sleeve, it resembles the standard Eee PC sleeve but with added protection. (Price: $14.99)

Targus is known for their highly affordable and yet durable bag products. For their entry on our list of rugged netbook cases, we have the Targus Sport Netbook Case TNC101US. This rugged netbook case sports a clam shell design enabling you to use your netbook without even pulling it out of the case. It has a rugged exterior, padded removable shoulder straps, and a comfortable handle. It also has an additional storage compartment for holding your netbook's power adapter and other accessories. This rugged netbook case fits most 10.2-inch netbooks available on the market today. (Price: $24.64)

If you don't feel like getting the previous Targus netbook case, you might want to check the next Targus netbook case on our list: the Targus TSM097US CityGear Netbook Case. This one comes at a more affordable price than the previous Targus netbook case. It also fits most 10.2-inch netbooks and has a zip-down workstation which features pen loops, cellphone/PDA pouch, and a mesh accessory pocket. One thing is for sure, you won't run out of space and storage compartments to use for your accessories as this rugged case has room for your power adapter and other accessories. It even comes with a back slip pocket for an extra storage compartment. It also has a carrying handle and padded/adjustable shoulder strap. ($12.90)

I've got to admit that I fell in love with this rugged-looking briefcase the first time I saw it. If I've seen this before I bought a Case Logic briefcase for my MacBook Pro, I would have no second thoughts in getting it instead. This sleek-looking briefcase-style rugged netbook case fits not only netbooks with 8.9-inch to 10.2 inch sizes but also other mini-netbooks up to 13-inch in size like the MacBook Pro. This sporty briefcase has two comfortable carrying handles, an ergonomically padded shoulder strap, and an additional pocket on its backside, and it can contain most of your files, magazines, and other stuff. It even comes with two easy access front pockets to hold mesh water bottles. It can also accommodate most of your accessories including your netbook's power adapter, mobile phone, magazines, and more. (Price: $37.19)