I liked this backpack and used it for a 87 day around the world trip. I had it fully packed and though I didnt try to fit it under the seat (as some other reviewers said they had no problem with), I had no problem fitting it in the overhead bin on several airlines. It holds my tablet in the front outside pocket, which was great for TSA as well as for inflight use. The small diagonal pocket I used for pens & small notebook, lip balm etc. The next zippered section pocket I had extra masks, room for boarding passes, passport, car keys, etc. The main section is wide and packs well with the zippers opening up the space well. I carried a roll-up toiletries bag with 4 compartments that fit snugly in the base of the main section with an additional cosmetic bag, travel umbrella, rolled up light jacket, windbreaker, and pouch with noise cancelling headphones. I did not take a laptop, though that section is well protected if you wanted to. I used this section to hold a coloring book, tin of 72 colored pencils, as well as plastic canvas craft kits, & cardboard envelope for cruise pictures. I loved the padded straps, and mesh padding across the lower back. It was packed full and heavy, but was comfortable to carry. The mesh bottle holders on either side are tall enough, that I never had my metal water bottle fall out. The opposite side held my sunglasses case and extra glasses case without falling out when backpack was laying on its side. I would have liked the outside bottom surface of the backpack to be reinforced with like a suede base or heavy-duty material, since I think it will get dirty from being set down on surfaces over time, but so far the gray color has not showed wear. I chose this backpack for its size, being able to fit under-under-the-seat, and the fact that it did not have two many straps along the sides - that get in the way when having to get things out quickly. I did add a clip to the top loop of the backpack to add a travel pillow pouch. Very pleased with this purchase.

I have traveled to nearly 30 countries and discovered early on that I dislike checking in luggage. I always try to avoid this and have tried countless carry-on bags and backpacks over the years. In fact, I think there are around a dozen in my closet now! Happily I will be donating all of them this week! I just arrived home from a 10 day trip from Seattle to Tahiti and used just this pack and a small travel purse. I found the pack to be very roomy, forgiving, and high quality in: design, materials, stitching and assembly. I love the many different types of pockets - most of which are nice and deep. So deep that I kept thinking I hadn’t packed my favorite dress during the first 2 days! On the return trip my pack was stretched to it’s limits with gifts and I feared I’d bust a zipper or two. You know, one of those times where you know you should stop tugging for that very reason but go on tugging anyway! I am happy to report there was no busting! As for comfort, this gets another A+. I had a back injury years ago and for this reason I am extremely picky about what I wear. This pack is very lightweight and does not have any irritating hardware poking into you. I am absolutely confident that I have finally found the perfect bag and will be primarily using it from now on. It’s on sale right now and I’m going to buy another one - how many times do we buy something we really like, wear it out, and then kick ourselves for not buying another one at the time? Honestly, I only write reviews when I have bought something terrible and think others would like to know about (like an easily tipped space heater) or something that is worthy of high praise - like this perfect backpack.

Plenty of space. Not bulky.

There are so many places to put things in this backpack its easy to forget what pocket you put what. Tons of storage. Havent used it camping or traveling but wouldnt hesitate to. Great in an office setting. Professional looking, well built. This replaced my 25 year old Jansport that finally gave out. Hopefully this lasts just as long.

This backpack works great for me as a daily backpack as well.as a carryon backpack. Its well made, sturdy and has lots of areas for organizing everything. On a recent trip, I had enough room to bring my laptop, several large, hardback notebooks, 2 outfits, 1 pair of pjs, eyeglasses, all.of my chargers, medications etc. And I still had extra room. One of the nicest things for me is the slots for 2 water bottles. I used a Stanley travel mug in one pocket for coffee and a large Swell water bottle in the other. I am short, 5ft 2in and this backpack fit me fine.

Unfortunately this backpack was larger than expected and I returned product.

Love it

Well designed

I ordered this bag to use as a carry-on for a work trip. I used this as my only bag so I didnt have to check any luggage at the airport. I traveled via air both times all in one day so I didnt have to pack a lot of clothes. It was large enough to carry my kindle, computer, small calendar, all my chargers, external power bank, a small notebook, small travel size necessities (deodorant, hand sanitizer, saline solution, etc.) and a change of clothes (excluding extra change of shoes). The straps were very comfortable on my shoulders as I had to walk a long distance to get to my terminal from the airport shuttle. If packing for more than 1 day I would suggest getting a rolling carry-on to go with this bag as I didnt find it to be able to pack for more than a day even doing minimal packing. It did fit well in the overhead storage on the plane and going through airport security I was able to open the laptop part fully for airport security and didnt have to take out my computer. Overall, I will use this backpack again but I dont think it will work for more than a day with packing clothes, toiletries and make up, etc.

Great backpack for the low price. Holds my 17 inch laptop easily with lots of pockets and space for all my work things.