Small Bag reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 125 Reddit reviews across 22 subreddits and 32 posts to rank the best Small Bag brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/CAguns, r/ManyBaggers, r/Travelersnotebooks, r/fujifilm, r/Leica. Top-rated brands include Savior (4.9/5), Peak Design (4.6/5), Aer (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews125
Subreddits22
Posts32
Brands78
Products70
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#1
Savior
4.9
(19)
"I have the full size Savior range bag and the rifle bag and love them."
"If you only plan to take 2 pistols to the range, this bag is perfect."
"Savior is honestly good quality , I wouldn’t cheap out. I have a rifle and handbag range bags"
"I have multiple savior products and all have been excellent."
"SAVIOR products are the PERFECT balance of quality, function and affordability!"
"My wife and I both love our savior brand range bags."
"All my bags are savior and I love them"
"Savior makes great products. My wife and I have their first bag, and it’s perfect for a quick trip to the range with two guns."
"I got that Savior bag for my brother, and he loves it."
"I have a savior rifle bag! Absolutely love it!"
#2
Peak Design
4.6
(14)
"I have been using the peak design sling 3l for years."
"I’m a huge fan of the Peak Design slings."
"Peak Design 3L sling is perfect size"
"Peak Design 3L Sling!"
"I recommend the Peak Design 3L Sling."
"Check out the Peak Design Field pouch?"
"Peak design 3l or field pouch"
"Peak design 5L (skip the 6l cause it's ugly) and Domke f5xb are excellent choices."
"I use the peak design 6L Sling. I had the 3L first, it was too small for my needs."
"I actually just bought the Peak Design Sling 3L in order to use it with my Q2."
#3
Aer
4.5
(4)
"I have the Aer City Sling and love it!"
"Check out the aer line of bags...the city sling in particular is good for concerts."
"But if you like Aer what about their City Pack Pro."
"But if you like Aer what about their Pro Pack."
#4
Domke
5.0
(3)
"Been lugging around a Domke F-5xb for about 5 years now."
"Domke F-5XB is a great small bag."
"I use the Domke f-5xb and it’s great."
#5
Pacsafe
5.0
(3)
"It did. I did. I’m now on my third iPad Mini and second such bag."
"I recommend getting the Pacsafe bags especially the Metrosafe LS100 , metrosafe X, Vibe 100, and Metrosafe LS120."
"I've got the PakSafe bag and its a wonderful item."
#6
Gucci
4.7
(3)
"Gucci I have the same, it fits with everything."
"I’d recommend the Gucci. I’ve had it for years."
"I am recommending Gucci. If I am not mistaken, the dimension is bigger and it fits more."
#7
Billingham
5.0
(2)
"I got the Billingham Hadley small on that auction site… easily fits the 6 with a 75mm."
"Billingham Hadley Small fits a Leica M and TLR perfectly."
#8
Wotancraft
5.0
(2)
"Wotancraft Pilot 3.5L is a great option."
"The Wotancraft Pilot 3.5L holds the system perfectly and is very well made."
#9
Timbuk2
5.0
(2)
"Timbuk2 small messenger bag. That is what I use to carry camera, iPad, water bottle, earbuds, snacks and other essentials."
"Timbuk2 Classic Messenger in your size. You can get them with all different fabrics."
#10
Instinct
4.5
(2)
"Really like it for my x100v."
"Really like it for my x100v. I've tried lots of different slings."
#11
Patagonia
4.5
(2)
"It’s perfect for a body and 1-2 lenses, plus film."
"Patagonia Atom Sling 8"
#12
Ona
4.5
(2)
"I’ve used an Ona Bowery and a small Bellingham Hadley. Loved them both."
"I personally am an Ona Bowery guy."
#13
Code of Bell
4.5
(2)
"I’d highly recommend the X-Pod by Code of Bell. One of my favorites."
"Code of Bell X-Pod?"
#14
SOG
5.0
(1)
"Costco pistol range bag is made by SOG. I’ve been using it for over a year. No complaints."
#15
Baggu Medium Crescent
5.0
(1)
"I used a Baggu medium crescent to carry my regular TN."
#16
Smokey Mountain Mini Saddlebags
5.0
(1)
"These Smokey Mountain Saddlebags Mini saddlebags work well."
#17
Kavu
5.0
(1)
"Kavu bags >>>>> all other bags."
#18
Maika Commuter Bag
5.0
(1)
"I also have this Maika Commuter bag and love it."
#19
Fossil Sydney Satchel
5.0
(1)
"It's a black hole. I can fit my TN, pencase, kindle, wallet... it's my everyday beater."
#20
Topologie Medium Sacoche Bag
5.0
(1)
"I've found their medium sacoche bag will fit a standard TN and other bits."
#21
Crumpler Day by Day
5.0
(1)
"Is low profile but big enough to carry more."
#22
Frost River Archaeologist Satchel
5.0
(1)
"I recently picked up a frost river bag. I found the aesthetic worked really well."
#23
Alpaka Flight Sling
5.0
(1)
"Lies nearly flat when empty, but can hold up to 2L of stuff."
#24
Aer Slings
5.0
(1)
"Check out aer’s slings."
#25
The Superior Labor Tote
5.0
(1)
"It looks so perfect to fit all the goods!"
#26
Tom Bihn Side Kick
5.0
(1)
"It fit my daily necessities as well as my standard tn."
#27
North Face Mini Basecamp Duffel
5.0
(1)
"I use a northface mini basecamp duffel, tiny sized and sturdy."
#28
Yamato Budogu Mini Shobu Design Bag
5.0
(1)
"I use something like this: https://www.yamatobudogu.com/collections/kendo-accessories-personal-bags/products/mini-shobu-design-bag"
#29
Alpaka Modular Sling
5.0
(1)
"[Alpaka Modular Sling] or [Modular Phone Sling]."
#30
Gucci Disco Bag
5.0
(1)
"I’m beginning to lean toward my Gucci disco, it’s such a great bag! And more discreet."
#31
Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis
5.0
(1)
"Yes, Pochette Metis. I have two and love them. My favourite travel companion."
#32
Patagonia Atom Sling Bag
5.0
(1)
"I love this one: https://www.patagonia.com/product/atom-sling-bag-8-liters/48262.html?dwvar_48262_color=EVMA&cgid=luggage"
#33
Aer Go Pack 2
5.0
(1)
"[Aer Go Pack 2](https://www.aersf.com/go-pack-2-black) is by far my favorite light EDC backpack."
#34
Timbuk2 Vapor Crossbody
5.0
(1)
"Timbuk2 Vapor Crossbody is perfect."
#35
Moment MTW Fanny Sling 2L
5.0
(1)
"Using the Moment MTW Fanny Sling 2L. Love the compartments and the microfiber interior."
#36
Aer City Sling 2
5.0
(1)
"If you want a small sling bag, check out the Aer City Sling 2."
#37
Coussin
5.0
(1)
"I just got a Coussin BB... and I love it!"
#38
Von Baer
5.0
(1)
"Here's a stylish and high-quality option that fits your needs:"
#39
Matador
5.0
(1)
"Try to find a used Matador edx sling. It’s rainproof and basically checks all your boxes."
#40
ROKA
5.0
(1)
"I have a ROKA Willesden B which is my go-to small bag especially when travelling."
#41
Greenroom136
5.0
(1)
"Greenroom136 slingshifter is my go to for similar use case."
#42
Arcteryx
5.0
(1)
"I bought an Arctery’x Mantis 2 cross body, and I carry it EVERY day."
#43
Topeak
5.0
(1)
"I've been using the topeak trunk bag with zip up panniers for the last 10 years. Have held up well and very flexible."
#44
Cotopaxi
5.0
(1)
"I love my Cotopaxi Alpa X 3L hip pack. I’ve travelled extensively with it in inclement weather."
#45
Leatherology
5.0
(1)
"Have you looked at leatherology?"
#46
Troubadour
4.0
(1)
"Maybe the Apex Everyday Tote from Troubadour would be about the right size? I was thinking of the Apex Mini backpack as well, but I think that might be a bit smaller than what you need (plus, you said you do not prefer a backpack)."
#47
Lululemon
4.0
(1)
"Lululemon tote! Works great!"
#48
Walmart
4.0
(1)
"I bought this at my local Walmart, great bag for the price."
#49
Costco
4.0
(1)
"Costco got a 3 pistol range backpack for 50 bucks right not"
#50
Cabela's
4.0
(1)
"Got this bag. Really nice for 1-2 handguns."
#51
Fitgriff
4.0
(1)
"Here is what I ended up purchasing from amazon: Fitgriff gym bag. People might have better options, but it is a small-ish duffle that fits in the lockers at my OTF."
#52
5.11
4.0
(1)
"5.11 handgun bag. Holds like 7-8 pistols in a sleek bag"
#53
Baboon To The Moon
4.0
(1)
"I have a baboon to the moon mini backpack as our small diaper bag! My baby is only 4 months but when we go on walks, I bring the mini bag just for ease and convenience."
#54
Case Club
4.0
(1)
"If you don't mind a hard case, case club and condition 1 make great cases."
#55
Penelope Atelier
4.0
(1)
"I haven’t tried it but Penelope Atelier is a brand I see pop up."
#56
Rickshaw Bags
4.0
(1)
"You can try Rickshaw Bags."
#57
REI Co-op Ditty Sack Set
4.0
(1)
"I've got dozens of them to organize things while traveling."
#58
Louis Vuitton Double Zip Pouchette
4.0
(1)
"This isn’t a fan favorite, but I love the double zip pouchette. Essentially a wallet crossbody but it holds essentials."
#59
Enfamil
4.0
(1)
"If you’re not big on style, we love the Enfamil Wonderbag. Waterproof, smaller side, and has backpack straps."
#60
Radley London
4.0
(1)
"Other ideas"
#61
YSL
4.0
(1)
"This YSL one can easily pass as a clutch haha"
#62
Nike
4.0
(1)
"I have been using this extra small Nike bag summer-winter-spring-fall - holds everything and slides right into those lockers with extra space right above it."
#63
Tomtoc
4.0
(1)
"Check out the Tomtoc T13. It is a cheap alternative to what they have already recommended above."
#64
Trakke
4.0
(1)
"I am in love with their Storr 20L."
#65
tomtoc
4.0
(1)
"Look into tomtoc slings. Good price and fits all those things."
#66
Fjallraven
4.0
(1)
"Some suggestions: Fjallraven Raven 20"
#67
Rogue Panda
4.0
(1)
"The Oracle down tube bag might be perfect, from Rogue Panda."
#68
National Geographic
4.0
(1)
"Fits the camera, 2 extra batteries. Easy to slide camera in and out."
#69
Lowepro
4.0
(1)
"My choice https://www.lowepro.com/us-en/m-trekker-hp-120-charcoal-grey-lp37160-pww/"
#70
Chrome
4.0
(1)
"I went with a Chome Kadet sling and I love it."
#71
Notabag
4.0
(1)
"Our friends at Notabag produced a pretty nice and simple duffel that has a separate shoe compartment."
#72
Go Ruck
4.0
(1)
"Some suggestions: Go Ruck Dual Bullet 16/18"
#73
Mystery Ranch
4.0
(1)
"Some suggestions: Mystery Ranch District 18"
#74
Able Carry
4.0
(1)
"Some suggestions: Able Carry Daily Plus"
#75
Basil
4.0
(1)
"The Basil in particular is well suited to packing extra layers because it's wider and opens up nicely."
#76
Harbor Freight
3.0
(1)
"Harbor freight hard case"
#77
Chiceco
3.0
(1)
"Chiceco bag: https://poshmark.com/listing/Chiceco-Black-Nylon-Travel-Yoga-Gym-Tote-Bag-67369b58dff1f1990606a600"
#78
JanSport
3.0
(1)
"I’m also using just a black Jan sport backpack currently."
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