Customer reviews from samsonite.com
Samsonite - Better than Basic Backpack - Black
Average customer rating
4.6
(45 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 45 reviews
5 Stars
36
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
2
1 Star
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87%of customers recommend this product.
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27 out of
31)
Customer Reviews for Samsonite - Better than Basic Backpack - Black
Posted by: Sarah
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Back and strap padding makes it super comfortable to wear. Lots of room even though it looks like a slim backpack. Love the elastic in the laptop/tablet section to keep the devices off the ground when I set it down. Zips smoothly. Wish the water bottle pockets allowed for wider bottles but it has enough give in the strap part of the pocket to accommodate my larger bottles.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting samsonite.com
Posted by: Bill S
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We had been looking for a luggage set to fit a GT convertible (with limited space) that could also be used for air travel. After looking at hundreds of variations and price points we chose the Better than Basic Backpack to go with matching a Pro Spinner and duffel bag. It was perfect! The color, size, price and classy looks were a perfect fit. Extremely happy we got them, couldn't have done any better regardless of price point.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting samsonite.com
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Travel Backpack- Suited for Small Builds
on July 5, 2025
Posted by: McElroy
from Orange County, CA
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Purchased for my husband but when it arrived realized that it’s a small backpack better suited for a 5’8” female frame not a 6’5” male. I kept it for myself and used it to travel with recently. It help my laptop, cords, purse and a water bottle easily. Love how it slips over the handle of my carryon luggage so I didn’t have to carry it on my back. Excellent quality. Very sturdy. I’m confident that it will hold up perfectly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting samsonite.com
Posted by: Linda
from Maryland
Gender:Female
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perfect size for grad school and love all the small compartments
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting samsonite.com
Posted by: Yerik
from California
Gender:Male
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This item is incredibly lightweight and has such a stylish appearance. It also offers a surprisingly spacious interior, making it both practical and visually appealing. I am lucky to it 🤝
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting samsonite.com
Posted by: Proud Momma
from Philadelphia, PA
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bag lives up to it's description! It isn't your typical school backpack. It looks professional and will carry our child through their PhD program into their professional career.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting samsonite.com
Posted by: N/A
Verified Purchase:Yes
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perfect travel/office backpack, comfortably fits all necessities
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting samsonite.com
Customer Rating
5
right balance between looking professional and ca
on August 21, 2025
Posted by: Basic Backpack
from FL
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As someone who carries my laptop, charger, books, and a few extra gadgets everywhere, I was in search of a reliable, functional, and stylish laptop backpack. After using the Samsonite Better than Basic Laptop Backpack for about two weeks, here's my experience:
Pros:
Spacious & Organized Design:
The Samsonite backpack is very spacious. It easily fits my 15-inch laptop, charger, a couple of textbooks, a water bottle, and even a small jacket. It has a dedicated, padded compartment for your laptop which feels secure.
Multiple pockets and organizational compartments inside help keep everything in place. I love the smaller pockets for things like pens, business cards, and even my sunglasses.
Pros:
Spacious & Organized Design:
The Samsonite backpack is very spacious. It easily fits my 15-inch laptop, charger, a couple of textbooks, a water bottle, and even a small jacket. It has a dedicated, padded compartment for your laptop which feels secure.
Multiple pockets and organizational compartments inside help keep everything in place. I love the smaller pockets for things like pens, business cards, and even my sunglasses.
Sleek & Professional Look:
I was initially worried about finding a backpack that strikes the right balance between looking professional and casual, but this one nails it. The modern, minimalist design works well for both work settings and casual outings.
I was initially worried about finding a backpack that strikes the right balance between looking professional and casual, but this one nails it. The modern, minimalist design works well for both work settings and casual outings.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting samsonite.com