Duffel Bag reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 143 Reddit reviews across 21 subreddits and 39 posts to rank the best Duffel Bag brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/ManyBaggers, r/BuyItForLife, r/onebag, r/Firefighting, r/HerOneBag. Top-rated brands include Patagonia (4.9/5), The North Face (4.8/5), North Face (4.4/5).
Stats
Reviews143
Subreddits21
Posts39
Brands67
Products78
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#1
Patagonia
4.9
(20)
"They will repair it indefinitely and they are built like a tank."
"Patagonia black hole."
"Patagonia black hole"
"The Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 70L is a great choice for your duffel bag."
"I travel overseas a lot for work... and just use the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel."
"Patagonia 50"
"If you're going for packing weight efficiency, a traditional duffel bag is the way to go."
"Wife uses Black Hole 55L and it's plenty big for her gi's."
"Patagonia black hole. Anything above 50/55L size probably needs to get checked."
"Patagonia black hole"
#2
The North Face
4.8
(19)
"I have a 20yo TNF basecamp duffel (small). It's super durable."
"The 40L TNF Voyager Basecamp is a champ, perfect for carry-on."
"The North Face Base Camp Voyager 62L. Best travel duffel I could find."
"It’s actually like bulletproof. It might outlive me."
"For water proof- north face is great."
"Northface base camp small duffle."
"TNF Base Camp Voyager. There's a size that fits most airlines maximum size for a carry-on."
"North Face Base Camp for something more durable but heavier."
"I’ve been using TNF base camp duffels for the past 10 years for travel and they are awesome. Backpack mode is a life saver."
"If you go duffel go North Face Base Camp. Does not look like new but does perform like new."
#3
North Face
4.4
(9)
"My favorite travel duffel is the North Face Base Camp Voyager due its superior organisation."
"I’ve been using a North Face Base Camp."
"Completely bombproof..waterproof. can be carried like a backpack."
"I splurged on a North Face duffel and don’t regret it."
"It feels bomb proof, super well made. And can be a backpack which I love."
"I like the north face a lot, but if I needed to replace it today I’d buy Patagonia."
"Currently have the north face duffel, would recommend - durable and can take a beating."
"I've heard good things about the North face one's but they'll be on the pricy end."
"You want something in the 55-70 liter size range, durable and weather resistant but lightweight."
#4
Red Oxx
4.9
(7)
"Red Oxx. Expensive but super durable and lifetime repairs."
"They have a bunch of different sizes, will last you for just about forever."
"Best American Duffel."
"Red Oxx Bags"
"Check out Red Oxx. Their bags are tough as nails."
"Red oxx aviator duffle. Simple and rugged."
"Red oxx."
#5
Eagle Creek
4.7
(7)
"Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler 40. It’s one of very few that meet the 22”x14”x9” size limit."
"Eagle Creek duffel bags have been well worth it for me"
"Eagle creek has some great ones. Durable and basically a duffel with lightweight wheels for when you really need."
"Eagle creek. Lifetime warranty."
"The Eagle Creek Cargo Hauler 40 works for road trips and is overhead carry on compliant too. It is convertible so it can be carried as a backpack."
"I use the eagle creek cargo hauler and also the mountain hardwear camp 4 in varying sizes. Been good so far."
"Too big, poor for carry for any real distance/duration. Compare to the Eagle Creek Load Hauler 40."
#6
Osprey
4.3
(6)
"Osprey transporter 40"
"I use Osprey Transporter (45 and 65L) for these kinds of trip exactly for this reason."
"The Farpoint has an adjustable torso length and load transferring harness to get the weight on your hips."
"Look at the Osprey Sojourn Porter 46 for duffel like bag with a far better harness."
"Take an Osprey Farpoint 40 or Sojourn Porter and tuck away the shoulder straps."
"Osprey Daylight Duffel for something economical and well rounded."
#7
Aer
4.5
(4)
"Aer Gym Duffle 3?"
"The Aer Travel Go Duffel is severely underrated if you’re looking for something lightweight."
"The Aer Gym Duffle 3 is close but only 24L."
"The Aer Travel Weekender works great for me and fits most of your criteria."
#8
Kit
4.7
(3)
"Kit back is pretty hard to beat as a gym bag."
"I've used a 32L kit bag for a lot of travel. It's a great size for a few day trip."
"For a travel bag, Kit Bag works pretty well."
#9
Von Baer
5.0
(2)
"The Weekender bag from Von Baer looks like one of the best! It's made from top-quality leather, which looks good and stands up to the wear and tear of frequent travels."
"The Weekender bag from Von Baer is one of my favorites! It's made from top-quality leather, which looks good and stands up to the wear and tear of frequent travels."
#10
Tumi
5.0
(2)
"Tumi and Patagonia both make extremely high quality luggage."
"Tumi"
#11
Evergoods
5.0
(2)
"Another vote for the Evergoods TD35."
"I love the Evergoods TD35."
#12
Mystery Ranch
5.0
(2)
"I just got a Mystery Ranch Flight monster for a wildland bug out bag and its epic."
"Mystery Ranch, Eagle Creek, Briggs & Riley, Tom Bihn."
#13
Goruck
4.5
(2)
"I honestly love my GoRuck Kit Bag (32L). It can fit a lot for its size and I like the aesthetic."
"Goruck Kit bag 32l would likely fit the bill."
#14
Cotopaxi
4.5
(2)
"We got two sizes of the convertible COTOPAXI CHUMBI duffle bags and they are now my favorite for almost anything."
"Cotopaxi allpa makes duffles that you can put on both shoulders if you want"
#15
Fjallraven
4.0
(2)
"I ended up getting a Fjallraven Farden 50 as its style is perfect."
"Hey, I actually ended up going to the Fjallraven store in my city and getting a Farden 50."
#16
Tom Bihn
4.0
(2)
"Just bought a Tom Bihn Night Flight Travel Duffel which is perfect for underseat."
"Tom Bihn aeronaut 35 is perfect for this if by stylish you mean not much."
#17
Thule
4.0
(2)
"Thule Roundtrip duffel bag."
"Thule chasm."
#18
LeSportsac
5.0
(1)
"Check out Le Sport Sac! Many sizes and color ways. Very lightweight fabric."
#19
ORLA
5.0
(1)
"Oh I think you'll love the Convertible Duffle from ORLA."
#20
Dakine
5.0
(1)
"I have this Dakine & highly recommend"
#21
Lululemon
5.0
(1)
"Lulu duffle bag…. It’s magnificent."
#22
Baboon to the Moon
5.0
(1)
"Baboon to the Moon “Go-bags” are really great. They even come in sets so you can bundle and save when buying for a family."
#23
Filson
5.0
(1)
"If you're going by car, Filson large duffle for sure. You'll never have to buy a large duffle ever again."
#24
Half Day
5.0
(1)
"Half day 45L duffel hands down. It’s been a game changer for my flight travels."
#25
B.A.D.
5.0
(1)
"B.A.D. ( Best American Duffel) built like tanks and great company/support."
#26
Hyperfly
5.0
(1)
"I have the one from Hyperfly and love it."
#27
Calpak
5.0
(1)
"Calpak Luka Duffel is great. Really light weight and great organization."
#28
Mission Workshop
5.0
(1)
"Mission Workshop Mass Transit duffel bag is a nice bag."
#29
Black Ember
5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend the Black Ember Dex30 for this!"
#30
Mariclaro
5.0
(1)
"Check out the duffles from Mariclaro. They also make custom orders."
#31
Leather Duffel
5.0
(1)
"A leather bag is durable and stylish. It exudes confidence. And if properly cared for, will last you your entire lifetime."
#32
Savotta
5.0
(1)
"Savotta Keikka 30L or 50L (will *just* fit in overhead with a bit of squeezing)."
#33
LL Bean
5.0
(1)
"LL Bean sells quality duffles that will last and last."
#34
Fjällräven
5.0
(1)
"Fjaellraven. Awesome quality"
#35
Le Sportsac
5.0
(1)
"Le Sportsac. Super durable, lightweight, last forever."
#36
Amazon
5.0
(1)
"I got one I love from Amazon with a shoe compartment and wet pouch built in."
#37
Swiss Gear
5.0
(1)
"I’ve had my Swiss gear duffel for a few years now and I love it."
#38
Ikea
5.0
(1)
"Are awesome"
#39
Best American Duffle
5.0
(1)
"I bought one a decade ago for this exact purpose a d the quality is basically perfect."
#40
Ergodyne
4.0
(1)
"North Face is good but pricey. I use one made by Ergodyne. Pretty solid and they make turnout gear bags too."
#41
L.L.Bean
4.0
(1)
"LLBean Adventure duffle"
#42
King Kong Bags
4.0
(1)
"King Kong bags duffel for something more fitness oriented, but still great for travel."
#43
Arc'teryx
4.0
(1)
"I have this Arc’teryx carrier 40 in a pinkish purple. It’s so light and you can carry it with the zipper next to your back."
#44
Beckel Canvas
4.0
(1)
"I dig the Beckel Canvas duffel bags and they do repairs too."
#45
Duluth Trading Co
4.0
(1)
"Bought a very nice fire hose canvas bag from them."
#46
Puma
4.0
(1)
"I use a puma bag-https://www.jcpenney.com/p/puma-foundation-duffel-bag/ppr5008141750"
#47
Leaper
4.0
(1)
"I have the Leaper messenger travel duffel bag. It is surprisingly large inside, and classy to the eye on the outside. Materials seem to be rugged enough for a weekend's bouncing around."
#48
Oakley
4.0
(1)
"I use this one by Oakley for gym/rollerblades/travel."
#49
Mercury Tactical Gear
4.0
(1)
"I really like this bag, it's got backpack straps for when your taxi drops you at the front gate which is 10 miles from lodging."
#50
Gonex
4.0
(1)
"My adult son likes the Gonex 40l sport duffle backpack. It has inside pockets and is waterproof."
#51
Helly Hansen
4.0
(1)
"It’s nearly the same with an excellent warranty."
#52
KNKG
4.0
(1)
"I got a KNKG about 6 months ago and I love it."
#53
Cabela's
4.0
(1)
"The cabelas heavy canvas ones are nice."
#54
Boombah
4.0
(1)
"Boombah rolling bags are better than duffels IMO."
#55
Smash It Sports
4.0
(1)
"They also have great duffles if you absolutely have to have a duffel."
#56
Rawlings
4.0
(1)
"It's a pretty solid middle ground size-wise."
#57
Evoshield
4.0
(1)
"Each of my boys have them, they are catchers but it’s not a catchers bag."
#58
Gym Bag
4.0
(1)
"It's bigger than it appears and hold my Gi, gloves, no gi set, binder, and other odds and ends quite easily."
#59
Peak Design Duffelpack
4.0
(1)
"What is everyone’s thoughts on peak design duffelpack?"
#60
Cotopaxi Duffel
4.0
(1)
"Anyone have experience with the bigger catopaxi duffels and / the “GOAT” black hole by Patagonia?"
#61
Jack Stillman Duffel Bags
4.0
(1)
"You'll have to order it from Perth, but https://www.jackstillman.com.au/collections/duffel-bags"
#62
93brand
4.0
(1)
"I got this 93brand duffle and holy bananas is it WAY too big for my use."
#63
Hayabusa
4.0
(1)
"A mesh one. I’m not a big fan of most of their gear but Hayabusa makes a really good one."
#64
Origin
4.0
(1)
"Origin makes a good one that you can throw in the wash if it gets sweaty or smelly."
#65
Bagsmart
4.0
(1)
"Take a look at the Bagsmart Blast 28L-38L."
#66
Country Road
3.0
(1)
"Country road duffle bag"
#67
Sportsgirl
3.0
(1)
"Sportsgirl duffle bag"
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