Customer reviews from Tumi
TUMI - Alpha Bravo Search Backpack - Blue
Average customer rating
4.7
(131 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 131 reviews
5 Stars
109
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
0
1 Star
3
Customer Reviews for TUMI - Alpha Bravo Search Backpack - Blue
Customer Rating
5
Everything I was looking for an more
on May 31, 2022
Posted by: Anonymous
This backpack was everything I was looking for in a travel/work backpack. It is nice looking, functional, light to carry, and has substantial storage spaces for all my things. I am very pleased with this bag so far and it was a great bag to have when I recently traveled to Europe. I highly recommend this backpack.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
This is a winner! Solid travel backpack, great for long weekend one bag travel.
on May 26, 2022
Posted by: J C
I am a long time Tumi customer, having bought multiple suitcases, shoulder bags and backpacks over the years. This review is after using the backpack for about a month, including two 4-day trips across the country.
The Search represents the culmination of a lot of refinements from previous backpacks like the Shepard and Nellis, and Nathan backpacks. When shopping for a travel backpack, I bought both the Search and the Navigation, but found the Navigation too similar to the Nellis which I own, which is better suited as an EDC work bag. For the Search, I wanted a backpack that could function as a more travel focused backpack, large enough to hold 3-4 days' worth of clothes and supplies and it definitely ticks those boxes. I especially appreciate the side pockets which are shaped and large enough to securely hold an 18 oz Hydro Flask, and most collapsible umbrellas. It is comfortable to wear even when fully packed out, and I love how it stands up on its own. The zippers are also easy to open one-handed, which is an underrated featured especially when you're in a tight space (eg: middle seat) and need to grab something quickly. I also love the hidden magnetic pocket at the top, which is perfect for when you need to drop your phone into your bag before walking through airport security.
I don't plan to use the exterior webbing to attach anything yet, as I prefer a sleeker carry, but appreciate that it's there to use in a pinch for something like extra shoes, jackets etc. As far as packing is concerned, I can store full medium and small Peak Design cubes, a toiletries bag, 14" MBP, tech cables/kit, umbrella and a 16-18 oz water bottle. The backpack will be full, but balanced and not bursting at the seams.
The Search quality is right up there and what I've come to expect from Tumi. Yes, it's more expensive than other options on the market, but I do believe you do get what you pay for which includes customer support for repairs and such.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
on May 20, 2022
Posted by: Anonymous
It was a graduation present for my nephew and he loved it!
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
4
Perfect
on May 19, 2022
Posted by: Anonymous
It is surprisingly spacious and functional. It fit under the seat of a cramped coach seat with room for my feet. And one of the most important things is the fact that it stays up on your back which makes it comfortable to wear.
I would highly recommend it.
I would highly recommend it.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
Lasted nine years of demanding use.
on May 9, 2022
Posted by: Anonymous
I am getting ready to order a new one to replace the one i have been carrying for about nine years that's held a work computer, a personal computer, and a large iPad along with everything else for those years, which included not just getting from home to the office and/or school and back, but plenty of national and global travel. By far the best backpack I have ever owned. I hate to retire the original, but the choice of what to replace it with is very simple.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
Great!
on May 5, 2022
Posted by: Stacey Z
This backpack is better than the Navigation Backpack. The front pockets are way easier to access than the Navigation. And the side pockets are taller. Overall more room.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
on May 5, 2022
Posted by: Anonymous
Love it. Lots of pockets and so handy with slip in back of backpack to put on my luggage with wheels
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
1
Horrible
on April 12, 2022
Posted by: Anonymous
I wanted A.P and received K.P initials on the bag now have to wear some random letters around
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi