Tote Bag reviews from Reddit

Summary

We analyzed 144 Reddit reviews across 20 subreddits and 43 posts to rank the best Tote Bag brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/handbags, r/bitcheswithtaste, r/ManyBaggers, r/ShopeePH, r/AusFemaleFashion. Top-rated brands include Longchamp (4.7/5), Alpaka (4.3/5), Baggu (4.7/5).

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Reviews144
Subreddits20
Posts43
Brands75
Products82
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#1

Longchamp

4.7
(28)
"Le Pliage City is my everything tote and everything includes beach."
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"I love my longchamp for uni!"
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"I strictly use long champ and LL bean for my college totes! I would use them even if given the option of higher luxury."
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"It’s indestructible and very roomy, I use an insert because I hate saggy bottoms :) "
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"Folks here seem to love Longchamp for school tote purposes!"
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"That's the most practical bag I have ever found for when I go to filming locations."
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"People on this subreddit love the Longchamp Le Pliage for this kind of thing..."
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"I used a longchamp Le pilage at uni, fit everything and went with all my outfits"
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"If you could stretch the budget out just a touch more, the Longchamp original Le Pliage bags are excellent."
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"I recommend the le pliage city, coated canvas. It’s held up well imo."
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#2

Alpaka

4.3
(8)
"I like the Alpaka Elements tote."
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"I really like the Alpaka Bravo Tote."
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"I really like Alpaka totes for quality and price. I only have the Elements tote."
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"They also just released a couple of Terra Edition bags. The tote: Elements Tote Terra Edition."
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"Alpaka also carries elements or metro totes, so a couple of options from em."
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"Alpaka bravo tote."
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"Have you looked at the Alpaka Bravo Tote yet?"
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"These look good, but not 'perfect' for me: Alpaka Metro Tote"
#3

Baggu

4.7
(6)
"I was on a beach in Hawaii with my Baggu and it started raining pretty hard. Everything inside stayed perfectly dry. Love those things!"
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"I go to the beach weekly or more and use a regular baggu with a waterproof zip bag for wet stuff. It dries fast and is washable and lightweight."
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"I will always recommend Baggu duck bags for anyone looking for a good utility tote!"
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"Baggu duck bag!"
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"Im thinking of settling on a baggu tote since theyre pretty low budget and have great reviews for students."
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"I like the Baggu Cloud Bag and totes from Lesportsac for the beach."
#4

Bellroy

4.5
(4)
"I have the Bellroy Tokyo Tote which I like a lot."
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"I was gifted the Bellroy Tokyo Tote and love it."
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"The Bellroy tote slash backpack looks pretty cool."
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"Bellroy tokyo tote!"
#5

Lacoste

4.0
(4)
"Lacoste tote bag na reversible, white and beige. Can fit my macbook, ipad air 6, and pouches na mga abubot plus indec and pencil case, tsaka tumblr."
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"Pwedeng casual, pwedeng office casual. Roomy and easy to carry."
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"I tried Matthew's & Lacoste tote bag, okay parin until now."
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"I liked lacoste since madami colors available and simple lang yung bag ko na ganun."
#6

Kate Spade

5.0
(3)
"I like Kate Spade leather totes, they are so cute and professional looking."
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"I have a leather Kate Spade tote I got second hand from Depop - highly recommend going the secondhand route!!"
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"[Kate Spade](https://www.katespadeoutlet.com/products/lena-swingpack-large-crossbody/KH431-200.html?frp=KH431+R5Q)"
#7

Von Baer

5.0
(3)
"Here's a stylish yet practical tote bag for your laptop and café work sessions."
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"The leather one from Von Baer. It's vegetable-tanned leather, so it should last for many years to come."
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"How about this one: [https://vonbaer.com/products/elegance-leather-tote-bag](https://vonbaer.com/products/elegance-leather-tote-bag) Italian vegetable-tanned leather."
#8

L.L.Bean

5.0
(3)
"Large LL bean tote. So easy to throw in the washing machine. I’ve had both of mine for over 15 years and they still look brand new."
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"Can’t beat the classic LL Bean boat and tote."
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"Check out LLBean's Boat and Tote bag. It's exactly what you describe, and it will last you forever."
#9

LL Bean

4.7
(3)
"Don’t over look the trusty Boat Tote from LL Bean!"
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"Both are very durable and hold up perfectly- LL bean you can embroider"
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"These look good, but not 'perfect' for me: LL Bean tote category"
#10

Coach

4.7
(3)
"I just got the Coach Maggie Tote and love it."
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"That aside, I’ll throw in another vote for Coach!"
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"The empire 40 carryall bag is cute and was just showing my mom this bag for her work needs!"
#11

Strathberry

4.3
(3)
"Https://us.strathberry.com/products/osette-shopper-black"
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"I've been eyeing this."
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"You definitely need a zipper if you’re going travel with it frequently."
#12

Swiss Polo

5.0
(2)
"Both are good! SWISS POLO Ladies Sling Tote Bag."
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"Highly recommend Swiss Polo"
#13

Kaai

5.0
(2)
"[Kaai](https://kaaibags.com/collections/pyramids/products/pyramid-cognac)"
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"I absolutely love it. So many organized pockets."
#14

Straightforward

5.0
(2)
"Straightforward Portrait Tote from ₱999 to ₱879"
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"Highly recommend Straightforward Sopro tote"
#15

Mulberry

5.0
(2)
"I can’t get enough of my Mulberry Bayswater tote. Mine is hot pink but they definitely make it in black. And it fits a laptop and everything else I need for work."
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"Mulberry bayswater Tote"
#16

David Jones

5.0
(2)
"Both are good! David Jones Paris women tote bag"
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"Highly recommend David Jones Tote"
#17

Mikana

5.0
(2)
"Mikana Tote Bag from ₱2199 to ₱857"
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"Highly recommend Mikana Satoko"
#18

Bogg

5.0
(2)
"Once I went bogg bag, I could never go back to anything else."
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"I use a large Bogg bag for my daughter and I to go to the beach for a whole day."
#19

Veto

4.5
(2)
"I love my veto pro pac, it’s built like a tank. Costly upfront but after 7 years she’s still going strong."
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"My buddy rocks the veto tote bag that is massive and pretty much carries everything he needs."
#20

Dagne Dover

4.5
(2)
"Or dagne dover?"
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"Dagne Dover had one that is not leather but still looks nice and has organization."
#21

Dior

4.0
(2)
"The Dior book totes are all so beautiful honestly."
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"The Dior Book tote will easily get dirty and will not last as long as a leather tote."
#22

Louis Vuitton

4.0
(2)
"I have the OnTheGo MM and I love it, but it does get heavy because it’s the leather version."
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"Personally I prefer On-The-Go as I like a more structured bag."
#23

Lululemon

4.0
(2)
"The Lululemon tote is so cute I take it everywhere in NYC"
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"The bag is virtually weightless with nothing in it."
#24

Loewe

5.0
(1)
"I have and recommend the Loewe Flamenco tote. It's large, very lightweight, fits a lot and it's gorgeous."
#25

Murioki

5.0
(1)
"I have this Murioki tote na ginagamit ko for work, gala, and travel. It's so spacious and andaming pockets para sa mga kineme ko."
#26

Rareform

5.0
(1)
"Love my large Rareform tote for the beach/lake days. Made from recycled billboards, sturdy and can be cleaned easily."
#27

Alpaka Elements

5.0
(1)
"Thank me later but you should buy the Alpaka Elements Tote Bag if you need something that will last and functional."
#28

JuJuBe

5.0
(1)
"I use a JuJuBe Super Be Tote for the pool and beach. It’s lightweight even when stuffed to the brim, has plenty of compartments, zipper closure and machine washable."
#29

Brynn Capella

5.0
(1)
"My overall pick for best work tote is Brynn Capella’s Edie tote. It has everything."
#30

Radley

5.0
(1)
"I ended up purchasing a Radley Suffolk Road medium which worked out size and price wise."
#31

Beis

5.0
(1)
"Have you looked at beis?"
#32

Nuprene

5.0
(1)
"I recommend the Nuprene brand, it's on the orange and blue app. Been using it for two semesters. It's the black tote. It fits my mac, a commentary, codal, notes, and it's very sturdy."
#33

Miraggio

5.0
(1)
"The Miraggio Denice 2.0 is a good tote to carry everything but the kitchen sink."
#34

Toteme

5.0
(1)
"Timeless, classy, and cool."
#35

Marcs

5.0
(1)
"I love this one! It is super spacious, has a separate pocket for a laptop, has a zipper on top to close."
#36

Small Business

5.0
(1)
"Get a nice leather one from a small business. Itll last muchhh longer under daily use."
#37

Paris 64

5.0
(1)
"Https://paris64.com/en-us/collections/bolsos-manhattan/products/manhattan-burdeos"
#38

Radley London

5.0
(1)
"Radley London has multiple totes in your price range."
#39

Tory Burch

5.0
(1)
"I would get the Tory Burch. It looks great."
#40

The Friday People

5.0
(1)
"Super light weight, super durable, water proof, machine washable, made from recycled materials, and can fit tons of stuff."
#41

Mimco

5.0
(1)
"I just bought the mimco patch bag (large version not the mini!!) in leather it also comes in a sturdy fabric version."
#42

Rains

5.0
(1)
"I love how timeless, roomy, versatile and waterproof it is."
#43

Lavie

4.0
(1)
"I have the Lavie brown tote bag (can’t find the same one but link to a similar one). I’ve had it for over two years now."
#44

Poppy and Peonies

4.0
(1)
"If you're open to faux-leather, this is the one I'm carrying for work."
#45

Longchamp, Lacoste, and Paper Bunny

4.0
(1)
"Longchamp, lacoste, and/or the paper bunny."
#46

Tommy Hilfiger

4.0
(1)
"Tommy Hilfiger and Lacoste for premium brands with reliable work totes."
#47

Gianni Chiarini

4.0
(1)
"Gianni Chiarini’s Marcella tote!"
#48

Paper Bunny

4.0
(1)
"Paper Bunny na puffer tote. Yung mukhang unan. From SG to. Nagshiship sila directly sa PH. Hassle free delivery from my exp."
#49

Under Armour

4.0
(1)
"Under Armour has great tech totes for a sporty look."
#50

Baggu x West Elm

4.0
(1)
"I bought a Baggu x West Elm tote years ago."
#51

Carhartt

4.0
(1)
"I have a carhartt tote that is really sturdy, there are plenty of different styles too (I.e., zips, no zips, pockets etc)."
#52

Kipling

4.0
(1)
"Kipling tote bag, water resistant din!"
#53

Away

4.0
(1)
"What about the Away featherlight crossbody? It's a good shopper type bag."
#54

Y

4.0
(1)
"Def get the Y tote. Subtle but strong branding."
#55

ALO

4.0
(1)
"I just love my ALO tote for the beach. It’s see through black mesh and looks very stylish."
#56

Aloha

4.0
(1)
"2nd on the Aloha bag if water and sand are at play. Bonus points for being packable."
#57

SSCY

4.0
(1)
"I like SSCY. They have a few sizes and styles."
#58

Rickshaw Bags

4.0
(1)
"Rickshaw Bags does custom as well. Totes are in the hundred dollar range."
#59

The Ancoats Bag Company

4.0
(1)
"They specialize in totes and shoulder bags, and can make you anything."
#60

The Sak

4.0
(1)
"The Sak has a nice straw vibe with leather handles, curved bottom edges."
#61

Yeti

4.0
(1)
"If no zipper isn’t a deal breaker Yeti is the GOAT for practicality on the beach."
#62

Della Q

4.0
(1)
"Della Q has some really great options."
#63

Ted Baker

4.0
(1)
"Branded one with good quality i can recommend tote bags from ted baker or lacoste"
#64

Baggit

4.0
(1)
"Baggit ....it's bags are durable and last long."
#65

Bagstation

4.0
(1)
"Love their totes, nice ang quality. gamit ko rin sa work."
#66

Rennen

4.0
(1)
"These look good, but not 'perfect' for me: Rennen Tote Bag"
#67

LBB Jkt

4.0
(1)
"These look good, but not 'perfect' for me: LBB Jkt Transition Tote"
#68

Aer

4.0
(1)
"These look good, but not 'perfect' for me: Aer Gym Tote"
#69

North Face

4.0
(1)
"These look good, but not 'perfect' for me: North Face Utility Tote"
#70

Flowfold

4.0
(1)
"Flowfold Odyssey Crossbody large. On sale too."
#71

Crumpler

4.0
(1)
"Crumpler."
#72

Miniso

4.0
(1)
"You can check Miniso once if they still something like this."
#73

Sympl

3.0
(1)
"Was about to recommend the Sympl Vergara, but then it looks a bit fancy."
#74

Shade & Shore

3.0
(1)
"This bag is cheap and does not meet your specs (no zipper) but I use it for everything. It's $10 at Target and comes in lots of colors."
#75

Oyster

3.0
(1)
"Oyster bag? Not really my taste but might be something to consider depending on durability and sand-proof needs."

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