Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Black
Average customer rating
4.7
(1,516 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,516 reviews
5 Stars
1,249
4 Stars
196
3 Stars
39
2 Stars
7
1 Star
25
95%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Black
Customer Rating
5
Simply put: The best backpack I’ve ever owned.
on March 7, 2023
Posted by: Bow to Zim
from Bay Area
Before I make a purchase, I compare every a variety of competitive, similar products, about a dozen times and for this purchase, I sat on it for ~2 months. I also compared other options and variations that Peak Design offers. I finally decided on the Everyday Backpack V2 30L and I could not be happier with the purchase I made.
I want to start this off by saying that I do photography, but that is not necessarily what I purchased this bag for. I needed a backpack that has a dedicated spot for my laptop, intuitive pockets, that was spacious and that I could travel with when that time comes. I tend to prefer smaller, less "bulky" accessories and tech so I was looking into the 20L and the options that the Everyday Zip comes in. I decided on the 30L for piece of mind that I will have space if I need it and I love that this pack is only 30L once expanded, and less when fully closed, as that is a nice option to have when going on a trip versus wearing it around a city. I have been on several trips since receiving the pack, while using it regularly to go to and from work and it has been the perfect companion. Coming from a traditional backpack with a laptop sleeve, I often found myself rummaging around inside, looking for something that I packed. Because this backpack has dividers, I can section off the inside, and easily access anything I need via the sides or top. The Maglatch that holds the top closed is super satisfying to lock/unlock and the zippers glide smoothly when accessing the sides. The handle on the top and two on the sides, makes this pack super easy to handle, whether you're in and out of an Uber or putting it on your desk beside you. In my previous backpack, I inserted a protective laptop case inside the laptop pocket for extra protection, and now I don't have to worry about that anymore. After adjusting the inside pocket, my precious laptop fits perfectly and feels protected. I love that this pack doesn't look like a camera bag, but just a really cool looking backpack. The external shell looks good and I have walked through pouring rain without the consequence of anything getting wet. I utilize all the inner pockets, the outside water bottle sleeves for my coffee, the chest strap when carrying extra weight, the external straps for attaching an extra jacket...I could go on and on.
In conclusion, this backpack is the functionality of camera bag access/organization, married with the intuitive, attention to detail that one expects from a Peak Design product, with the everyday person in mind. it's not just for photographers - I have only carried my camera in my pack a couple times. The Everyday Backpack will cement you as a loyal Peak Design fan, and I recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect backpack.
I want to start this off by saying that I do photography, but that is not necessarily what I purchased this bag for. I needed a backpack that has a dedicated spot for my laptop, intuitive pockets, that was spacious and that I could travel with when that time comes. I tend to prefer smaller, less "bulky" accessories and tech so I was looking into the 20L and the options that the Everyday Zip comes in. I decided on the 30L for piece of mind that I will have space if I need it and I love that this pack is only 30L once expanded, and less when fully closed, as that is a nice option to have when going on a trip versus wearing it around a city. I have been on several trips since receiving the pack, while using it regularly to go to and from work and it has been the perfect companion. Coming from a traditional backpack with a laptop sleeve, I often found myself rummaging around inside, looking for something that I packed. Because this backpack has dividers, I can section off the inside, and easily access anything I need via the sides or top. The Maglatch that holds the top closed is super satisfying to lock/unlock and the zippers glide smoothly when accessing the sides. The handle on the top and two on the sides, makes this pack super easy to handle, whether you're in and out of an Uber or putting it on your desk beside you. In my previous backpack, I inserted a protective laptop case inside the laptop pocket for extra protection, and now I don't have to worry about that anymore. After adjusting the inside pocket, my precious laptop fits perfectly and feels protected. I love that this pack doesn't look like a camera bag, but just a really cool looking backpack. The external shell looks good and I have walked through pouring rain without the consequence of anything getting wet. I utilize all the inner pockets, the outside water bottle sleeves for my coffee, the chest strap when carrying extra weight, the external straps for attaching an extra jacket...I could go on and on.
In conclusion, this backpack is the functionality of camera bag access/organization, married with the intuitive, attention to detail that one expects from a Peak Design product, with the everyday person in mind. it's not just for photographers - I have only carried my camera in my pack a couple times. The Everyday Backpack will cement you as a loyal Peak Design fan, and I recommend it to anyone looking for the perfect backpack.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Everyday pack V2 20L ash: best bag I’ve ever seen.
on March 7, 2023
Posted by: OP
from Halifax Canada
This bag is so incredible it’s hard to describe. It is so functional and every little detail has been considered. The quality of the materials is insane. The fabric of the bag is this tough, slightly rough feeling fabric that looks amazing, and is very durable. The zips are very high quality, and open up functional compartments. I’ve never seen a bag offer side zip access to the main body, I was very skeptic all at first but I cannot imagine a bag without it now. It means that your entire bag is immediately accessible, not just the stuff on top. The internal dividers can be customized to whatever you want. I was concerned the Velcro would suck but they are very tough. It feels very solid to organize your own personal compartments to fit your needs. The Maglatch is super cool. Best way to open a bag ever. Magnets: so many magnets and they simply work. They make an ordinary pocket a luxury pocket. It all just makes so much sense. It feels weird to gush this much over a work backpack but this thing is insane.
Things I don’t love as much:
1. The laptop pouch is tight. I have a 12.9 iPad Pro and a M2 MBP 14 inch. They both fit no problem, and the adjustable thing to keep your laptop right at the top of the spot is genius. The issue is that I have a thin leather Apple cover on my iPad. If the laptop is in there you need super human finger strength to get the iPad out. It’s pretty tight. The laptop is metal and slips in and out easily. If you had no case on the iPad (or a slippery case) it would be fine. But who wants a slippery iPad case?! Really not a deal breaker because the two slot laptop/iPad compartment is very cool.
2. The chest strap buckle takes some getting used to. I like it now but it took a bit to get used to how it worked. That’s all I got. Otherwise this bag is insane. It’s also pricey! But once you get it and use it, you’ll know why. Money well spent IMO.
Things I don’t love as much:
1. The laptop pouch is tight. I have a 12.9 iPad Pro and a M2 MBP 14 inch. They both fit no problem, and the adjustable thing to keep your laptop right at the top of the spot is genius. The issue is that I have a thin leather Apple cover on my iPad. If the laptop is in there you need super human finger strength to get the iPad out. It’s pretty tight. The laptop is metal and slips in and out easily. If you had no case on the iPad (or a slippery case) it would be fine. But who wants a slippery iPad case?! Really not a deal breaker because the two slot laptop/iPad compartment is very cool.
2. The chest strap buckle takes some getting used to. I like it now but it took a bit to get used to how it worked. That’s all I got. Otherwise this bag is insane. It’s also pricey! But once you get it and use it, you’ll know why. Money well spent IMO.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Best backpack i've ever had!
on March 7, 2023
Posted by: Bombik007
from Chicago, IL
Bought it about a month ago. Use this one for everyday carry and for travelling. Looks great! Only problem is there's no security for the laptop section, which can be easily accessed. Yeah, there's a velcro sleeve inside and it takes some time to take out the laptop. But still there's not even a way to lock the laptop section zipper
Great backpack tho
Great backpack tho
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Brilliant design
on March 6, 2023
Posted by: Dextet
from St. Simons Island, GA
The design of this bag is truly brilliant. It’s incredibly thoughtfully designed. The materials are robust. This is the bag by which other backpacks should be compared. My expectations were high and they were still completely blown away.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Great overall, with a few small problems
on March 4, 2023
Posted by: rb97
from San Francisco, CA
This is a great backpack. The shelf system and the side access is the biggest plus. You can totally stuff your backpack and still access everything in a way that would be almost impossible with a normal backpack. Also, the design is durable and high quality. Plus, the external carry straps and the loops they attach to are very useful. Great to have the option for a little more carrying capacity.
My small complaints are:
The water bottle pockets are a bit tight. I think just a little more stretch in the elastic would make things a lot easier.
A quick-access pocket on the outside of the backpack would be really nice. The pocket in the laptop compartment might serve that purpose, but for me, it's a bit tight to reach in there quickly, especially when the backpack is fully loaded.
The external carry straps are a great feature, but the way they attach to the backpack is a little cumbersome. They are very low profile and I think that's the idea, but it's difficult to get them on and off the loops.
The straps could be more comfortable. I have the 20L, so it never gets too heavy, but a little more padding on the straps would be nice. Also, there should be some dedicated spots on the strap to attach a Capture Clip. I found myself experimenting a bit and I ended up having to cover one of the spots to place the sternum strap (the lowest rung).
The zipper pockets on the side panels are too small. It's hard to reach in there when anything with some width is in the small internal pockets.
I would prefer the laptop compartment to be a little roomier. With a laptop and tablet in their, it gets a little tight.
The water bottle pockets are a bit tight. I think just a little more stretch in the elastic would make things a lot easier.
A quick-access pocket on the outside of the backpack would be really nice. The pocket in the laptop compartment might serve that purpose, but for me, it's a bit tight to reach in there quickly, especially when the backpack is fully loaded.
The external carry straps are a great feature, but the way they attach to the backpack is a little cumbersome. They are very low profile and I think that's the idea, but it's difficult to get them on and off the loops.
The straps could be more comfortable. I have the 20L, so it never gets too heavy, but a little more padding on the straps would be nice. Also, there should be some dedicated spots on the strap to attach a Capture Clip. I found myself experimenting a bit and I ended up having to cover one of the spots to place the sternum strap (the lowest rung).
The zipper pockets on the side panels are too small. It's hard to reach in there when anything with some width is in the small internal pockets.
I would prefer the laptop compartment to be a little roomier. With a laptop and tablet in their, it gets a little tight.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
mr
on March 3, 2023
Posted by: gham
from Zurich
I've been using this bag for a couple months now - primarily as a work and commuting bag. Overall, I'd like to give it a 3.5. Let's start with the good points:
1) lots of thoughtful little pockets and hidden storage,
2) easy to open top compartment,
3) great use of magnets for straps and pockets,
4) usable vertically and horizontally
1) lots of thoughtful little pockets and hidden storage,
2) easy to open top compartment,
3) great use of magnets for straps and pockets,
4) usable vertically and horizontally
Now for what has left me a bit disappointed:
1) It doesn't look great - the material is probably durable but it looks a bit cheap. The black bag is boring - it would have been nice to have the brown accents. The magnetic clip that opens the top pocket is already starting to lose its black coating and I only use it about twice a week for office commuting
2) When traveling with it docked horizontally on a suitcase, the top compartment is almost unusable because stuff can fall out. Trying to access it with he side opening means you need to rummage to find what you want
3) Smaller things in the top pocket can slip past the velcro organisers
4) It's very tight getting a thin laptop and ipad air in the back section - not quick access if you have both
1) It doesn't look great - the material is probably durable but it looks a bit cheap. The black bag is boring - it would have been nice to have the brown accents. The magnetic clip that opens the top pocket is already starting to lose its black coating and I only use it about twice a week for office commuting
2) When traveling with it docked horizontally on a suitcase, the top compartment is almost unusable because stuff can fall out. Trying to access it with he side opening means you need to rummage to find what you want
3) Smaller things in the top pocket can slip past the velcro organisers
4) It's very tight getting a thin laptop and ipad air in the back section - not quick access if you have both
Overall, this is close to being great but I would not recommend it for work and commuting.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
amazing backpack, few things I'd tweak are:
on March 1, 2023
Posted by: Spedy303
from Romania
1) the adjustment straps are just dangling from the bag
2) the magnets keeping the shoulder straps attached to the pack when not wearing had come out of their socket and are freely moving under the fabric
3) a little front heavy, it can't stay upright and falls over even when placing it against something heavy.
That's kind of it, either way it's been great so far.
2) the magnets keeping the shoulder straps attached to the pack when not wearing had come out of their socket and are freely moving under the fabric
3) a little front heavy, it can't stay upright and falls over even when placing it against something heavy.
That's kind of it, either way it's been great so far.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
THE Best Backpack!
on February 28, 2023
Posted by: r
from New York, NY
I spent a LONG time looking for the perfect bag and am so glad I came across this one. It's absolutely 100% worth the money because it's so high quality. The laptop pocket is way safer than other bags and there's the perfect amount of space for everything I need for work. The zippers and magnet closure are so great and it's really comfortable to wear while commuting through NYC. Highly highly highly recommend!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design