Best edc backpack on Reddit
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#1
Aer
4.3
(24)
"AER City Pack in XPAC! You won’t look back."
"I love my Aer City Pack Pro."
"Check out Aer They have some great backpacks."
"Aer City Pack Pro"
"Seconding Aer."
"It’s basically ruined all other backpacks for me because it’s so good."
"The Aer Pro Pack 20L seems to tick all these boxes."
"Aer go pack 2 maybe?"
"Is really, really nice!"
"Aer city pack is 14L, my preferred go to edc."
#2
Osprey
4.4
(17)
"Osprey nebula?"
"Osprey is consistent and great."
"Ive used the osprey daylite plus everyday for about two years."
"Has a great ventilated back panel."
"The best, full stop."
"I find my Osprey Daylite Plus does the trick brilliantly."
"Osprey Nebula bby"
"Check out the Osprey Radial. I've been using it as my EDC for a few days and very happy with it."
"I have this exact bag, works well for a laptop/tablet + water bottle + jacket + umbrella + others."
"Osprey Daylite Plus"
#3
Able Carry
4.6
(14)
"Able carry"
"The new Able carry max EDC might suit your needs"
"I rock a able carry thirteen for my urban light EDC!"
"Able Carry Daily Plus. I got a black one in January and have used it every day since."
"Able Carry Daily Plus is very sleek imo."
"Hits all your boxes, and it's very aesthetically pleasing."
"I have and enjoy both very much but I have to go with Able Carry for your list."
"Currently I can't find anything better than Able Carry."
"Something like the Able Carry Max EDC would match your requirements."
"How about Able Carry thirteen, with their rain cover too for the additional security from rain?"
#4
Evergoods
4.6
(12)
"CPL16 by evergoods OR CTB20"
"I am currently using the EVERGOODS CPL16 and it is by far the best bag that I have used."
"I picked up an evergoods chz22 and cpl24 recently and love the chz."
"Evergoods plc20 is my go to."
"It feels perfect for EDC work wise."
"I never fully take off my backpack when I need to grab something out of it."
"Evergoods Chz 22 or 26 fits a 17 laptop. Very good build quality."
"Evergoods CPL or CHZ."
"Evergoods PLC20. It is so clean and carries office essentials very well."
"I use my Evergoods Chz 22 on hikes."
#5
Tom Bihn
4.5
(11)
"The organization of the bag is the best I’ve found."
"It's a feature rich backpack with plenty of organization."
"The Tom Bihn Brain Bag is made for that."
"A little pricey but absolutely worth it"
"The synik 22 is an amazing bag of org heaven."
"Tom Bihn synapse 19."
"If you don't mind the price and the aesthetics maybe look into the Tom Bihn Synik 22?"
"I would toss out the option for the Synapse 19 to save a little money."
"I love the Tom Bihn Synik 22. Separate laptop compartment, plenty of space in the main compartment."
"Have you looked at the Tom Bihn Brain Bag?"
#6
Vertx
4.4
(10)
"Vertex hands down. I've been using my sling for 4 years."
"Has been amazing, it's my full time edc bag these days."
"Vertx"
"I love my Vertx Gamut for office and non-office applications."
"Had a Vertx pack for 2 years that meets all of these requirements."
"Maybe you can find a Vertx Ready Pack?"
"Vertx ready pack."
"Vertx has some pretty cool bags that would work great for you."
"I have a couple vertx bags I have the gamut and 2 smaller ones."
"I'm a fan of Vertx for my more tool heavy organization."
#7
Bellroy
4.4
(8)
"In general Bellroy has the best-constructed laptop sleeves I've seen on the market."
"I got the 28l and love it."
"I’ll never get tired of recommending the Bellroy Classic backpack."
"I personally use a bellroy classic plus in black... I’ve done countless boardroom meetings where no one would bat an eye at my bag."
"Is the Bellroy Transit Backpack one you would recommend?"
"I feel like either the Evergoods CPL28 or the Bellroy Transit Backpack would check your boxes."
"Bellroy Classic backpack. Should fit your reqs."
"I have been eyeing the updated classic backpack from Bellroy."
#8
Timbuk2
4.4
(8)
"Timbuk2 Never Check - hands down the best."
"I’m a big fan of Timbuk2 bags."
"I’ve loved it so far."
"I think it’s exactly what you’re looking for."
"Timbuk2."
"I was also considering the Parker commuter."
"If it worked well before, it should continue to be good."
"Check out Timbuk2 Never Check as well."
#9
Peak Design
4.6
(7)
"Here’s a vote for the Peak Design. Super comfortable, built like a tank."
"I love my everyday backpack from Peak Design, it is my favorite backpack."
"It’s 27L normally but unzips to 33L so they split the difference for the name."
"I've liked the everyday backpack I've had for the last 5 years or so."
"Has she considered Peak Design?"
"Lots of people recommend Peak Design's Everyday backpack."
"The Peak Design Travel 30L might work, though the front pocket may be lacking."
#10
Fjallraven
4.2
(6)
"It's spacious, has lots of organization."
"Would be good to but it's less tech or laptop-oriented."
"Maybe try Fjallraven’s Raven 28 backpack?"
"Fjallraven Kanken for one that can turn into a tote of sorts."
"A Fjallraven Kanken. They come in multiple styles and colours."
"Fjallraven Ulvo 30 backpack."
#11
Mystery Ranch
4.6
(5)
"Mystery ranch Blitz has been great for me so far."
"Mystery ranch Blitz has been great for me so far."
"I own the mystery ranch bag... top quality- probably the toughest bag that i have ever owned."
"Look at Mystery Ranch brand."
"Mystery Ranch made 1DAP…"
#12
AER
4.8
(4)
"It looks professional, it’s not floppy, it has an external water bottle holder."
"Aer Flight Pack 3 would be perfect."
"It's perfect."
"Settled on the AER CPP: Plenty of org, but not too much."
#13
Fjällräven
5.0
(3)
"Fjällräven Raven 20 / Aer go pack 2 / Décathlon NH 100 20l."
"I swear by my Fjallraven Raven 20 but it also comes in a larger size."
"This is my favorite backpack right now and I think it looks cool."
#14
Troubadour
4.7
(3)
"I’ve been using this as my EDC for many months, and it’s been very comfortable and dependable."
"I’ve been happy with it so far."
"I think I'm leaning toward the Troubadour Apex at the moment."
#15
Alpaka
4.7
(3)
"Alpaka metro 12l"
"Alpaka is great, I like bellroy too."
#16
Topo Designs
5.0
(2)
"I’ve been using a topo designs light pack for quite a while and really like it!"
"I love the Topo Designs light pack in mineral blue/peppercorn."
#17
5.11
5.0
(2)
"I use a 5.11 Rush 12 and I love it."
"The bag has held up great through multiple overnight camping trips."
#18
Thule
5.0
(2)
"Thule Paramount 27L Backpack (love this thing)"
"I work in a corporate environment and use a Thule Subterra 30. Love the bag."
#19
Briggs and Riley
5.0
(2)
"I decided to order this one in Navy: https://www.briggs-riley.com/shop/collections/kinzie-street/kinzie-street-medium-backpack-zk260."
"Check out Briggs and Riley’s backpacks. They’re definitely corporate looking but really well built."
#20
Maxpedition
4.5
(2)
"Anything from Maxpedition..5 years of 365 use and not a single frayed thread."
"Check out Maxpediton and 5.11"
#21
Recycled Firefighter
4.5
(2)
"This bag is awesome [Recycled Firefighter](https://recycledfirefighter.com) I’ve been carrying it for over a year now."
"Recycled Firefighter backpacks - 12 hour, 24 hour."
#22
Boundary Supply
4.5
(2)
"Take a look at the Boundary Errant Pack, it has space for all of your tech accessories."
"The top opening is a little weird at first but I got used to it, the clamshell opening is great."
#23
City Pack Pro
4.5
(2)
"I’m in Japan on a 20 day trip right now with the City Pack Pro."
"I have a City Pack Pro and love it."
#24
Goruck
4.5
(2)
"I'd recommend goruck overall."
"Most of them fit average size laptops."
#25
5.11 Tactical
4.5
(2)
"I absolutely love it."
"Another great backpack, with 32L you'll have all the space you need."
#26
Black Ember
4.0
(2)
"Look at Black Ember"
"What about Black Ember?"
#27
The North Face
4.0
(2)
"I've been saying this a bunch on this sub but I recommend the north face recon."
"I recommend the north face recon. Really good side mesh pockets."
#28
Vertex
3.5
(2)
"Vertex gamut 2.0 or rush 24"
"Vertex gamut 2.0 or rush 24."
#29
GREENROOM136
5.0
(1)
"EPX400 or VX42 GREENROOM136 Rainmaker."
#30
Alpha One Niner
5.0
(1)
"Alpha One Niner Evade 1.0x"
#31
Direct Action
5.0
(1)
"I love a good backpack and have recently upgraded to a dragon egg."
#32
ATD
5.0
(1)
"I carry the ATD1, and it fits me perfectly."
#33
Tasmanian Tiger
5.0
(1)
"The mission 2 pack from Tasmanian Tiger are really well made."
#34
North Face
4.0
(1)
"The surge has a good dedicated laptop compartment."
#35
Mountainsmith
4.0
(1)
"It’s a rolltop with a back laptop/water bladder sleeve."
#36
Knack
4.0
(1)
"I really like my Knack Pack."
#37
Swiss Gear
4.0
(1)
"You might like my Swiss Gear setup."
#38
Rains
4.0
(1)
"They have synthetic options that would be."
#39
Burton
4.0
(1)
"I got myself a Burton lid top backpack a long time ago that fits my laptop."
#40
Yeti
4.0
(1)
"Yeti 27l."
#41
Knomo
4.0
(1)
"The Knomo Albion is great, but leather and not waterproof."
#42
Quechua
4.0
(1)
"It checks off everything on your specific needs list."
#43
Remote EQ
4.0
(1)
"The Alpha 31 should work. It compressed down pretty well."
#44
CHZ
4.0
(1)
"I have a 17” Lenovo that fits perfect in my CHZ26."
#45
Gregory
4.0
(1)
"I use it as an everyday work/travel bag."
#46
Decathlon
4.0
(1)
#47
Lands End
4.0
(1)
"Maybe something by Lands End or L.L. Bean?"
#48
Stowaway
4.0
(1)
"The stowaway is $25 on Amazon and while I love to over buy for something crazy."
#49
Tom Bihn Synapse 19L
4.0
(1)
"Used my Tom Bihn Synapse 19L for the last 6 years. The Synapse 19L fit my frame really well due to its 16" height, but just turned 30 and feel like it's finally time to upgrade :)"
#50
CT
4.0
(1)
"Check out the newest version of the CT15."
#51
Modern Dayfarer
4.0
(1)
"Super professional looking, as it retains structure even while partially or fully empty."
#52
Kelly
4.0
(1)
"Kelly redwing (comes in 2 sizes, I have the 51L) also check or Tasmanian tiger I have their 37L."
#53
Pentagon
4.0
(1)
"I use Pentagon's Natal 2.0 reborn. Tactical and Greyman at the same time. Waterproof."
#54
Ogio
3.0
(1)
"The Ogio Axle Pro is fantastic."
#55
Bellboy
3.0
(1)
"I have the Bellboy Compact 16L. I like it. But it is very small."
#56
Gamut
3.0
(1)
"I personally disliked the Gamut."
#57
Patagonia
3.0
(1)
"Basically, Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26 ?"
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