Backpacks reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 146 Reddit reviews across 31 subreddits and 46 posts to rank the best Backpacks brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/ManyBaggers, r/backpacks, r/backpacking, r/onebag, r/Rollerskating. Top-rated brands include Osprey (4.5/5), Aer (4.0/5), Black Diamond (5.0/5).
Stats
Reviews146
Subreddits31
Posts46
Brands70
Products81
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#1
Osprey
4.5
(23)
"A larger Osprey for backpacking"
"Def fairview/ fairpoint 55 (40 big bag, 15 small backpack), goes on as hand luggage and really well made."
"I’m currently travelling SEA with my osprey Fairview(woman’s design of the farpoint) 55 L! In my opinion it’s worth the hype it gets."
"I have used the Osprey Fairview 50 for the last 3 months in Asia (previously 4 months in Europe as well) and I absolutely love it."
"Osprey is great because they have a lifetime warranty."
"At under $150 Canadian it’s in the sweet spot of quality and price."
"Perfect personal clamshell bag"
"It’s a little hard to find sometimes but it’s worth it if you can find one."
"Osprey or savotta."
"Another vote for Osprey."
#2
Aer
4.0
(7)
"Aer City Pack Pro has done well for me to carry multiple laptops and camera gear."
"Highly recommended it! I like it so much that it’s become my EDC bag for 90% of use cases."
"I love the look of the new Aer City Pack Pro, but also the Aer Pro Pack. Both are 24 liters."
"Bellroy Venture Ready Pack 20L Aer City Pack Pro 2"
"It's slightly larger but Aer CPP2 is another good option."
"Aer go pack 2"
"Honestly I tried out the Aer Go Pack 2. I would take the Osprey Daylite series (tote or plus). Much more comfortable and functional for me."
#3
Black Diamond
5.0
(5)
"BD 15 is great for summer - shorter objectives where not a lot of gear."
"Hands down the best and most comfortable packs."
"The BD Distance packs are awesome. They are really a black hole."
"I've been really happy with my Distance 15 for run/climb combos."
"I’ve been happy with the Distance 22 for a couple of seasons for this kind of use."
#4
Patagonia
4.8
(5)
"Absolutely. I’ve used my 25L for so many things it would take me a while to list them."
"I really enjoy my Patagonia Black Hole 25L."
"I use the Patagonia black hole 25L."
"The Patagonia Refugio is reasonably priced, durable, comfortable to wear, and light enough that when you pack it full of textbooks it’s not too bad."
"I bought a Patagonia refugio at Plato’s closet for $40."
#5
North Face
4.8
(4)
"My North Face bag has been holding up well for about a decade now."
"North Face."
"Last really long and well designed details."
"Found a North Face sling at Marshall’s for $20."
#6
Tumi
4.5
(4)
"Tumi!! Make sure to also check their outlet store."
"Tumi."
"Tumi or Targus or Ogio for work."
#7
Evergoods
4.3
(4)
"It’s a very complete bag IMHO. Easy to recommend."
"The CTB 20L also comes in waxed canvas. I have the CPL 16L in waxed canvas, and the material is quite nice."
"Ctb20 is basically perfect as long as you are okay with it sticking out a bit when packed out."
"Evergoods PLC20"
#8
Fjallraven
4.3
(4)
"I love the look of fjallraven."
"If you want to do a happy medium of cute and comfy, Fjallraven is also pretty popular."
"Lots of people love the kanken backpacks. Super cute."
"You can loop a sling through the latch points for a luggage passthrough. 2 water pockets but they aren’t flexible."
#9
Bellroy
4.3
(4)
"Great organization and it has a premium feel. Really like the textured feeling to the fabric in the blue colorway."
"Bellroy Venture Ready Pack 20L Aer City Pack Pro 2"
"I also like the 26 liter in the Bellroy Venture Ready."
"Bellroy Venture Ready Pack 20L or Evergoods CIVIC Travel Bag 20L."
#10
Lunchbox
5.0
(3)
"I own a lunchbox… I love the pocket for my phone and the inside zipper picked precent getting pickpocketed at EDCV"
"Lunchbox is the absolute best. Obviously more expensive then a cheap Amazon pack, but the quality 10000% makes it worth it."
"I’ve brought my Lunchbox pack with me to multiple festivals and it’s been well worth it!"
#11
Savior
5.0
(3)
"I’d go for the mini range bag by savior (that’s what I have). It’s a bit bigger so you won’t need to upgrade for a good while unless you’re bringing 3+ handguns to the range, and you can carry quite a bit in it."
"Buy once, cry once. This bag is definitely worth the cost imo. Holds a ton of stuff. Plus you get 3 sleeves for your pistols"
"Savior SEMA backpacks. I have the compact and love it. Perfect for just 2-3 pistols and all your accessories for a range trip"
#12
Jansport
4.7
(3)
"Legit din lifetime warranty nila kasi napaayos ko ung sakin nung nasira ung sa may front pocket."
"Jansport all the way. I still use mine from college, over 20 years ago."
"Jansport backpack it’s reliable and durable."
#13
Deuter
4.7
(3)
"Personally I love my Deuter aircontact pack; it’s 10 years old now."
"My kids used them and they are great. They are basically adult full pack shrunk down."
"The Deuter Fox 40 adjusts better at the waist for skinny kids."
#14
Peak Design
4.7
(3)
"If you are carrying a "real" camera I would recommend the peak design"
"PeakDesign is really popular (it's the same backpack that Luigi used during the CEO shooting). But it was immensely popular among photographers long before that."
"I have both the Wandrd Prvke, comes in a few sizes, and the Peak Design Everyday backpack. Both great."
#15
Matador
4.3
(3)
"I use the Matador Beast 28L and love it."
"Is a great packable option."
"The usual suspect is the Matador Refraction."
#16
REI
4.3
(3)
"I’m very happy with my REI Trail 40"
"The REI Tarn 40 is well-made and suitable for carrying a 3 person tent plus personal gear."
"Great pack as long as you don't need each kid to carry a full size loadout solo."
#17
Herschel
5.0
(2)
"I switch between Everlane ReNew, my Herschel Little America large one (which has lasted me forever)..."
"Herschel little america."
#18
Celltei
5.0
(2)
"They are pricey but are very well made and will last a long time."
"I'd strongly recommend that brand or at least that style with mesh sides."
#19
ULA
5.0
(2)
"I liked it so much I’ve ordered a ULA Ultra Camino as well"
"ULA Dragonfly “30” with pass through. 18x11x7 main compartment is about 24L."
#20
Timbuk2
4.5
(2)
"I bought a Timbuktu bag and use inserts from peak design instead."
"Timbuk2 loyalist here..."
#21
Wandrd
4.5
(2)
"Super comfortable and the side access is a snap."
"I have both the Wandrd Prvke, comes in a few sizes, and the Peak Design Everyday backpack. Both great."
#22
A19
4.5
(2)
"The A19 Whitley at 20L is the "correct" A19 bag for this size category. I have one, great bag, very comfortable."
"Although 25 lts the A19 Evade 1.5 is the one for me."
#23
Everlane
4.5
(2)
"It’s this one: https://www.everlane.com/products/mens-renew-backpack-warm-quartz"
"I have an Everlane backpack and I see a bunch of other people on the trains with them as well."
#24
Samsonite
4.0
(2)
"Samsonite, Travelpro"
"Samsonite."
#25
Granite Gear
4.0
(2)
"Regular online sales from them direct."
"Check out the offerings from granite gear."
#26
Mystery Ranch
4.0
(2)
"Mystery ranch coulee series"
"Highly recommend. The pack itself is a bit on the heavier side."
#27
Gossamer Gear
4.0
(2)
"The Kumo 36 from gossamer gear is a really nice ultralight backpack for under $200."
"If you're cool with frameless I love my Gossamer Gear G4-20."
#28
Von Baer
5.0
(1)
"Something more premium and durable? You definitely need the Von Baer Liberty."
#29
GPS
5.0
(1)
"I bought the GPS Pistolero Backpack and it’s probably the best thing I’ve purchased when I go out to the range. It comfortably holds 5 pistols, 12 mags, ammo + other necessities you take to a range visit and it’s about $160."
#30
Sherpani
5.0
(1)
"I have fallen in love with Sherpani bags - I've owned 2 tote bags in the last 10 years. Durable, somehow perfect size, perfect pockets, perfect everything. They last FOREVER."
#31
Black Ember
5.0
(1)
"I’d highly recommend looking at the Black Ember Forge. It can expand from 30-40L. Is a briefcase-style, as well as shoulder carry and backpack."
#32
AEVOR
5.0
(1)
"Check out the AEVOR Daypack or Trip pack. I have both and used both for uni and trips."
#33
Tom Bihn
5.0
(1)
"For multiple laptops I would suggest you look at the Tom Bihn Brain Bag. They have space for two suspended laptop sleeves and all your other items."
#34
L.L.Bean
5.0
(1)
"I always swear by my LL Bean backpack. I’ve had it since college and it’s still in great shape."
#35
Mission Workshop
5.0
(1)
"I eventually settled on a Mission Workshop bag (the Rhake), and it’s been a game-changer."
#36
RaveRunner
5.0
(1)
"It’s got tons of room and “secret” pockets that rest against your back. Super durable and comfortable as well!"
#37
Hauter
5.0
(1)
"Hauter backpacks! Seriously the best"
#38
Edea
5.0
(1)
"I think Edea has really great ones. They're designed for ice skates, but I've seen people use them for quads."
#39
Vanquest
5.0
(1)
"I’m loving my Vanquest Addax 25l. They make an 18 as well. The water bottle pocket is on the inside so it’s stream lined."
#40
Amazon
5.0
(1)
"This backpack makes it so much easier for me."
#41
Durston
5.0
(1)
"Durston 40L."
#42
Open Story
5.0
(1)
"I have this one, from Target, and I really like it."
#43
Luggage Works
5.0
(1)
"The best money you can spend is on luggage works. They last forever."
#44
5.11 Rush 12
5.0
(1)
"I have been using a 5.11 rush 12 for years."
#45
Patagonia Black Hole Mini MFC
5.0
(1)
"It’s amazing. Couldn’t recommend it enough."
#46
The North Face
4.0
(1)
"North face, Osprey, Jansport for hiking or casual."
#47
Nitecore
4.0
(1)
"I'm using a nitecore bp23. 23L, tacticool styling, luggage pass through, 2 internal water bottle pockets, molle system."
#48
Baboon to the Moon
4.0
(1)
"Baboon to the Moon City Pack. Using it for college and travel and has been good to me so far"
#49
Solgaard
4.0
(1)
"Take a look at the Solgaard Compass. It’s more of a travel or business bag than an EDC, but it’s designed well."
#50
DSPTCH
4.0
(1)
"DSPTCH Daypack. 22L, 2 water bottle pockets, and a luggage passthrough."
#51
Eberlestock
4.0
(1)
"Eberlestock Gunslinger II"
#52
Six Moon Designs
4.0
(1)
"Check out six moon designs.. they have great packs for ultralight camping."
#53
Ori
4.0
(1)
"I also love Ori backpacks."
#54
Engine
4.0
(1)
"Engine backpacks are great."
#55
Zuca
4.0
(1)
"Now I do make one exception to my hate for rolling bags and that is the Zuca!"
#56
Sprayground
4.0
(1)
"SPRAYGROUND SILENT MIRAGE BACKPACK Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.5"
#57
Fyro
4.0
(1)
"But personally, I own a Fyro T22 and like it"
#58
Falko
4.0
(1)
"Falko Tactical Backpack"
#59
ALPS Mountaineering
4.0
(1)
"I like the Red Tail."
#60
Decathlon
4.0
(1)
"The 70L MT 100, gets great reviews and is only $130 Canadian."
#61
Eagle Creek
4.0
(1)
"Eagle Creek, Lowe/Alpine, Gregory, North Face, Patagonia, and Osprey all make great bags."
#62
Lil'jo - Popin'jo
4.0
(1)
"I can fit a surprising amount of stuff in this bag."
#63
Cabin Zero
4.0
(1)
"Most of my league have either a cabin zero backpack."
#64
Calpak
4.0
(1)
"I just got a Calpak Luka Backpack and it’s more attractive than I expected."
#65
Baggalini
4.0
(1)
"My two favorite work-appropriate backpacks are the Baggalini Chelsea."
#66
Troubadour
4.0
(1)
"Troubadour Apex backpack is pretty. says it holds a 17 inch laptop."
#67
Zone3
4.0
(1)
"Zone3 40l backpack/swim bag. I use it for travel and put my laptop in the slim back compartment."
#68
Aunts and Uncles
4.0
(1)
"I ended up with an Aunts and Uncles bag that I really like."
#69
Gregory
4.0
(1)
"I love my Gregory."
#70
Travelpro
4.0
(1)
"Samsonite, Travelpro"
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