Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Black
Average customer rating
4.7
(1,478 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,478 reviews
5 Stars
1,222
4 Stars
190
3 Stars
35
2 Stars
6
1 Star
25
96%of customers recommend this product.
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970)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Black
Customer Rating
2
Great quality, but not Coyote!
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Arctic
from IN
I am a fan of FDE and Coyote colors, and they do vary slightly from product to product; one thing Coyote isnt supposed to be is gold. Honestly, the bag is top quality, but them calling it Coyote is very misleading! If you want a bright gold bag that catches everyone's attention and says "I have expensive stuff in me, steal me, steal me!" Then this is the color wave for you! Otherwise, stick with black or gray.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
1
Disgusting quality!
on December 14, 2024
Posted by: Bob2727
Worst product I've ever purchased. Disgusting quality
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Posted by: Anonymous
from Breckenridge, Colorado
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have had bags from LowePro, Clik Elite, Thinktank, etc... I have yet to find the perfect camera bag because there are always so many tradeoffs. And unfortunately, despite being a great back, the Peak Design EDB is no exception.
What I Like.
The bag is relatively functional without looking like a camera bag. It's hip and stylish, and has some great accessibility features like dual side zips, quick release top entry, and a laptop sleeve. The strap system can be used in a lot of different ways, and the side pockets can accommodate jackets, water bottles, and a Peak Design tripod. The dual zips make it easy to access gear while having the bag over one shoulder. Also, while it might seem expensive on the surface, this is a lot cheaper than similar models from Think Tank. The shoulder straps are ok, but not great. The way they stay flat with a magnet is very innovative and surprisingly convenient.
The bag is relatively functional without looking like a camera bag. It's hip and stylish, and has some great accessibility features like dual side zips, quick release top entry, and a laptop sleeve. The strap system can be used in a lot of different ways, and the side pockets can accommodate jackets, water bottles, and a Peak Design tripod. The dual zips make it easy to access gear while having the bag over one shoulder. Also, while it might seem expensive on the surface, this is a lot cheaper than similar models from Think Tank. The shoulder straps are ok, but not great. The way they stay flat with a magnet is very innovative and surprisingly convenient.
What I don't like:
The first thing I don't like is how much wasted space the shelf system creates. It trades efficient storage for efficient access. If you have a log of gear that needs to be carried (i.e multiple bodies, lenses, and lights,) this might not be the bag for you. The big downside is lack of pockets for small gear. There is no real storage for batteries, cables, cards, etc. I suppose this is to get you to buy an accessory pouch, but that isn't ideal. It also would be hard to use a full size tripod with this bag.
The first thing I don't like is how much wasted space the shelf system creates. It trades efficient storage for efficient access. If you have a log of gear that needs to be carried (i.e multiple bodies, lenses, and lights,) this might not be the bag for you. The big downside is lack of pockets for small gear. There is no real storage for batteries, cables, cards, etc. I suppose this is to get you to buy an accessory pouch, but that isn't ideal. It also would be hard to use a full size tripod with this bag.
Overall, I think this is a really good bag, but it doesn't check enough boxes to be perfect. I think it's best for people that travel with a relatively small amount of gear. Think five or six pieces of body/lens/flash. That is probably more than the average person travels with, but less than the typical pro uses.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Evolution
on February 21, 2023
Posted by: Matthew
from San Francisco
Having bought this a couple weeks ago, I was heavily indecisive between this pack and the WANDRD Prvke backpack. I decided to pick this one with the promises of high quality and detail. It did not disappoint, there is no doubt that the detail and quality in the materials chosen and the intricate details of the backpack truly make the pack stand out. I found it admirable that Peak is pushing the market in a different direction, I found the shelves to be a really interesting new way to use a backpack, approaching it from 3 directions as opposed to the primitive top sack opening. I also appreciated the magnetic touches on this pack, the mag latch and the little pocket locks are a really nice addition that is lacking in many techpacks these days.
I did however find some capabilities to be lacking of this pack, I felt that it was not the most intuitive camera carry, however its modularity allowed it to delve a little bit into photography gear carry, but enough to be able to be used for other cases. I did find my lenses to be too small and not secure in the shelves, sometimes my gear would slip down from the shelf to shelf too.
I think the straps need more love, I've seen plenty of reviews saying it isn't the best, and its integration with the capture clip could use some more love as well. I typically use most of the back day to day and the strap often leaves me a little sore.
I did however find some capabilities to be lacking of this pack, I felt that it was not the most intuitive camera carry, however its modularity allowed it to delve a little bit into photography gear carry, but enough to be able to be used for other cases. I did find my lenses to be too small and not secure in the shelves, sometimes my gear would slip down from the shelf to shelf too.
I think the straps need more love, I've seen plenty of reviews saying it isn't the best, and its integration with the capture clip could use some more love as well. I typically use most of the back day to day and the strap often leaves me a little sore.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
I wanted to love it but i can’t
on April 21, 2022
Posted by: Perfect sling bag!
from Denver
I tried PD everyday backpack 20l through nok tryouts. I wanted to love it. All this time I had older generation bigger backpack and never reached for it except for longer trips when I had to bring camera with me. I kept thinking if only I get a smaller bag then I’ll be able to use it as an everyday backpack. My kids are out of diapers so I don’t need a diaper bag per se but need it to be a bag that provides easy access. Unfortunately peak design fell short. Getting anything in and out of it is an ordeal unless it is in the very top pocket under the flap. I struggled so much during my few days taking kids around town. I will not be purchasing it.
The quality is great but the bag isn’t an everyday backpack it claims to be.
The quality is great but the bag isn’t an everyday backpack it claims to be.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
1
Horrible
on December 13, 2024
Posted by: Andy
I bought this and hate it. Worst book bag ever. Horrible design. Very uncomfortable to wear
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
1
Deplorable quality. Refund will be underway.
on December 13, 2024
Posted by: Harborline
from Denver, Colorado
Straps broke within a month. Unable to close backpack. Materials felt cheap to the touch.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
1
Don't buy
on December 14, 2024
Posted by: Olga
Terrible porduct, never buy again. Fabric was poor quality and it broke when i put simply a TEXTBOOK in there. actually terrible i want a refund
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design