Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Charcoal
Average customer rating
4.7
(1,517 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,517 reviews
5 Stars
1,249
4 Stars
197
3 Stars
39
2 Stars
7
1 Star
25
95%of customers recommend this product.
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996)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Charcoal
Customer Rating
5
High build quality, magnets everywhere, love it!
on December 30, 2021
Posted by: ianpryn
from Pittsburgh, PA
I discovered your company when you released your viral video of the everyday sling and Amazon's blatant rip-off. Since then, I've fallen in love with your products. Our family now owns 3x everyday backpacks, 2x tech pouches, 1x wash pouch, and 1x travel duffel 35L (and will likely continue to expand with time).
I love the everyday backpack so much. I placed my tech pouch in the bottom compartment, and it fits perfectly (no surprise there knowing you guys). The origami dividers work very well and allow for a large range of compartmentalizing. I've even found a few places to stow away stuff that the backpack probably wasn't designed for it, but works great anyhow.
- The magnetic flap on the front towards the bottom of the backpack holds some straps in there, but I was able to also put in a pair of gloves should I ever need it while out and about. You can't even tell I put something in there.
- When you undo the velcro strap to readjust the height of the laptop compartment, I found that you can hide a small folded-up drawstring backpack in between the two velcro lines. Again, you can't even tell.
- The magnetic flap on the front towards the bottom of the backpack holds some straps in there, but I was able to also put in a pair of gloves should I ever need it while out and about. You can't even tell I put something in there.
- When you undo the velcro strap to readjust the height of the laptop compartment, I found that you can hide a small folded-up drawstring backpack in between the two velcro lines. Again, you can't even tell.
I appreciate the quality and deep thought put into everything. It really shows. Sometimes I've loaded this backpack so much that it could hurt someone's back if they lifted it wrong. However, I have such confidence in the strength of the straps (and everything else) that I don't have any concern about swinging it around onto my back and the possibility of it breaking and falling to the ground, damaging everything within and ruining my day.
I love that the top flap has multiple places to latch to expand or collapse the height.
11/10 would recommend for an everyday backpack.
I love that the top flap has multiple places to latch to expand or collapse the height.
11/10 would recommend for an everyday backpack.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Best bag I’ve ever bought.
on December 30, 2021
Posted by: TJKoopa
from Ogden, UT
Found this bag via YouTube and while I’m hardly the target audience, I wanted it for its adaptive interior and space. But when I got it, I found so much more to appreciate. Magnetic straps to the bag body to keep them out of the way, front hook to help heavy loads, lots of small inside pockets as well as adaptable inside shelves. This bag is very pricey but so far it’s very worth it. Should last me a long time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great versatility
on December 29, 2021
Posted by: HJ
from California
The Everyday Backpack is really well made and the features are really well thought out. I didn't need a full camera backpack as I just wanted a bag to hold my mirrorless camera with one extra lens for chasing the kids on outings and vacations, and this bag serves that purpose well. The side access is fast and works well and while I didn't think I'd use the MagLatch much, it's come in handy to stuff the kids' jackets into the bag when they're not using them.
So far I've only had two minor issues. First, I haven't been able to figure out how to set up the compartments so that a smaller prime lens doesn't just bump around all over the place. Second, I used to use a sling bag that I'd be able to just swing around my body when I wanted to sit down without taking off the bag. It's still sort of possible with the Everyday Backpack, but since it has a hard shell, it's pretty bulky to hold on your lap.
None of these are showstoppers though, and really just small nits, but for the comfort, functionality, and high quality materials, it definitely lives up to the hype.
So far I've only had two minor issues. First, I haven't been able to figure out how to set up the compartments so that a smaller prime lens doesn't just bump around all over the place. Second, I used to use a sling bag that I'd be able to just swing around my body when I wanted to sit down without taking off the bag. It's still sort of possible with the Everyday Backpack, but since it has a hard shell, it's pretty bulky to hold on your lap.
None of these are showstoppers though, and really just small nits, but for the comfort, functionality, and high quality materials, it definitely lives up to the hype.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
I like many features of the V1 better
on December 29, 2021
Posted by: Veritas1643
from Florida
I own 4 of these bags of different versions and designs for my wife and I. We use them mostly for camera gear when traveling. Customization makes it great when you bring different camera and lens combinations so they suit us well. There are many other lighter less expensive options for people with few gear for always shooting the same kit. A few things can be improved: the side pocket configuration of the V1 bags was way better. Also the top strap does not allow to completely open the side pockets which is not preferred. I do like the better straps of the V2 version and the extra magnets. Still love these bags.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Attention to the Details
on December 29, 2021
Posted by: JAYLOR
from Panama City Beach, FL
The magnetic latch (and magnet pockets and shoulder straps) and the origami dividers are what makes this bag for me. The fact that I have the option to either have a ton of different sections or a completely wide open space, is amazing. What a versatile bag. The other thing I really appreciate about this bag (and this company), is the attention to detail. This is a bag, yes..but it's also a piece of art! Ever since I received the everyday backpack as a Christmas gift last year, I have bought 3 more peak design bags. Definitely a lifelong customer!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Finally, a backpack that does it all!
on December 28, 2021
Posted by: lolly
from Oregon
I love this backpack! It stores all the lenses I might want for a trip, two bodies, tech gear, a raincoat, phone and wallet. It's the most versatile bag I've ever had and I love that I can go out in the ever-present PNW rain and everything stays dry. Just a great, comfortable bag.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Peace of mind
on December 28, 2021
Posted by: Ducatista
from Vancouver, Canada
I've travelled the world with this single backpack. Functioned from a lunch bag to storing medium format cameras shooting at a glacier mountain. Knowing there is a lifetime warranty, to this day I believe this factor alone is worth the investment. You invest in a PD product, they re-invest in a lifetime warranty. Well done, Peak Design.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
It is super thoughtfully designed
on December 28, 2021
Posted by: Tommy
from Salinas, CA
I watched a half hour video about this backpack before buying it. Then I go to use it and learn even more features about it. Everything is so thoughtfully designed, from the magnets in the straps to the fact you can have a tripod bulking out of both pockets on the left and right and still open your bag from the side. It is so beautifully and thoughtfully designed I love it. I traveled to a different state recently and was able to pack enough clothes for 3 days, plus pack my camera, my laptop, and my iPad all into my backpack. Didn't even need a suitcase. I am falling in love with you guys and how thoughtful your products are made. THANK YOU ❤️
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design