Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Black
Average customer rating
4.3
(276 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 276 reviews
5 Stars
171
4 Stars
59
3 Stars
25
2 Stars
11
1 Star
10
87%of customers recommend this product.
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202 out of
232)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Black
Customer Rating
5
Great ergonomics and great style!
on June 28, 2026
Posted by: Nick
from Switzerland
I can’t simply describe how practical this backpack is (I got the 25L model).
But what I can do, and that’s something no reviewer
will explain to the extent they should, is how well this backpack balances; fully loaded with heavy stuff and without using the chest strap, the backpack is still keeping the weight close to your thorax and balances it in a way that doesn’t kill your shoulders on a 15-20km hike.
I’ve never seen any other backpack that balances this well without a sternum strap, while still being so stylish. Some of the very technical hiking equipment can do that, sure, but not in this stylish and versatile design.
Couldn’t be more satisfied.
But what I can do, and that’s something no reviewer
will explain to the extent they should, is how well this backpack balances; fully loaded with heavy stuff and without using the chest strap, the backpack is still keeping the weight close to your thorax and balances it in a way that doesn’t kill your shoulders on a 15-20km hike.
I’ve never seen any other backpack that balances this well without a sternum strap, while still being so stylish. Some of the very technical hiking equipment can do that, sure, but not in this stylish and versatile design.
Couldn’t be more satisfied.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Holds all my gear and it's very comfortable.
on June 28, 2026
Posted by: Jacob
I was hesitant to buy at first because most peak design bags are rated higher but then I read the reviews and it sounded like some people were confused how to open some of the pockets. I pulled the trigger and got the bag determined I could figure out the perplexing pockets only to find that it was actually quite simple to use. Great bag, great construction, it holds all my gear comfortably including my 600mm lens. The frame and hip belt make carrying a heavy load quite comfortable.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Amazing bag
on June 28, 2026
Posted by: AW
I bought this about a month ago and it has the best quality of any bag I’ve ever had paired up with the camera cube it gives me the level of security I need when travelling with my kit but also gives me the comfort
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Excellent functionality
on June 27, 2026
Posted by: Mike
Excellent functionality from the double outside side pockets to the shoulder straps to the extra straps provided for extra stuff I may need to latch on. It's the best outdoor backpack I've used where I was able to carry all my gear in one bag for an overnight camping.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
AMAZING
on June 25, 2026
Posted by: Mocha
from San Francisco
Bought 2 months ago (45L with smedium cube annd capture clip) and must say this bag is absolutely brilliant. I use it for outdoor camera adventures, light backpacking, and everyday use. It’s perfect as an all-rounder with highly technical and well thought out features, along with stellar comfort.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
2
Neat features, poor fit
on June 24, 2026
Posted by: bryanr
The bag is nicely constructed and has some innovative features that I like. The materials are interesting in a good way. However, the harness system is laughably small even in its largest configuration. I'm not a small dude and am somewhat barrel-chested, but this hit the waistbelt above my navel even with the shoulder straps extended completely and the harness fully adjusted to either extreme. I looked like I was wearing a child's pack. I had to return it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
A lifetime bag!
on June 23, 2026
Posted by: Trae W.
from Dallas Texas
I have used this bag foe two months now on several trips. This bag is perfect! I never run out of pockets to place items. It does indeed work well on an airplane. It is so handy nad functional. Favorite backpack / travel bag ever.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
High quality 45 L backpack
on June 23, 2026
Posted by: Villalodan
from California
This is a sturdy backpack that is flexible. Everything feels high quality and it feels like I can take this on hikes or camping without worrying that it will tear. The only thing I will comment on is the water bottle holders feel a little too shallow for big water bottles so that I can easily slip out when bending over.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design