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A MacBook SleeveNative Union Stow Slim Laptop Sleeve

$70 Amazon

A Simple, Minimal BackpackBellroy Via Workpack

$159 Amazon

A Beautiful Laptop StandNative Union Desk Laptop Stand

$80 Amazon

A MacBook CaseIncase Hardshell Case Dots (16-inch MacBook Pro)

$40 Incase

MacBooks are practically begging to be accessorized. Regardless of which MacBook you own, they all have simple, minimal designs, the ports are usually limited, and remember: They're laptops. They're some of the best laptops you can buy, but they're still laptops. And that means they are designed first and foremost as mobile devices—not computers to build a whole remote work setup around.

Whether you're looking to expand its capabilities in a home office or on the road, these essential peripherals can really enhance your MacBook. Our list include products like laptop stands, keyboards, charging bricks, and external displays. Everything listed below has been hand-tested by myself or someone on the WIRED Reviews team, so we recommend them in full confidence.

Check out our Best Home Office Gear guide for even more recommendations.

Updated April 2026: We've updated over half the recommendations on this list, including the Logitech MX Master 4 mouse, Native Union Laptop Stand, a Bellroy laptop bag, and much more.

- A MacBook Sleeve

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Native Union

Stow Slim Laptop Sleeve

$70 Amazon

$70 Native Union

A lot of laptop sleeves are overly bulky, taking up more space in your bag than they really deserve. That's why I like Native Union's Stow Slim. It feels no less secure than many of the thicker sleeves I've tested, while being slim enough to store it in a standard laptop bag pouch.

The Stow Slim also has one exterior pocket for holding loose items or cables, and the Stow Slim even magnetically closes to ensure your MacBook doesn't slip out. When working remotely, I often find myself using my laptop on top of the sleeve thanks to its flatter surface. I like the Sandstone color, but all three color options look attractive.

- A Simple, Minimal Backpack

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Bellroy

Via Workpack

$159 Amazon

$159 Bellroy

Most people don't need anything too fancy for a laptop backpack. Safe, clean, and hopefully stylish storage will do it. This little backpack isn't big enough to store too much, although the laptop pocket can handle up to a 16-inch MacBook Pro, with plenty of room to expand if you're tossing in extra peripherals. There's even room for an interior water bottle holder despite its tiny size.

It's really the ideal bag for shorter trips to the coffee shop where you might only need the basics on hand. Our resident bag guru, Adrienne So, particularly enjoys the two grab handles, which make it a handy handheld tote while traveling too.

- A Beautiful Laptop Stand

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Native Union

Desk Laptop Stand

$80 Amazon

$80 Native Union

MacBooks aren't the most ergonomically-sound things in the world. no matter how you position it, the screen is just too far down to be comfortable for long periods of time. There are tons of great laptop stands out there, but the prettiest, most functional one I've tested is the Native Union Desk Laptop Stand. The fabric on the stand feels great, as does the aluminum stand and base. It's extremely versatile and rigid, and there's just no better laptop stand out there.

- A MacBook Case

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Incase

Hardshell Case Dots (16-inch MacBook Pro)

$40 Incase

$50 Apple

This case is available for a few MacBook models, but I've been using it with the 16-inch MacBook Pro. It has precise cutouts for all the ports, rubberized feet that prevent it from sliding, and ventilation to keep the MacBook from overheating. For this specific model, the case comes in clear, pink, and black. It does add a noticeable heft to the 16-inch MacBook Pro—which is already a heavy laptop.—Brenda Stolyar

- A MacBook Skin

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dbrand

MacBook Air 15-inch Skin

$25 DBrand

The 15-inch MacBook Air in Starlight is stunning, but it's tough to conceal scratches or dings on such a faint color. And while I'd typically opt for a case, I didn't want to add any additional weight or bulk to a slim, lightweight laptop. This skin from Dbrand was the perfect solution. It's super thin, easy to install, and is accurately cut to fit the MacBook. It's textured too, which gives it a high-end

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