Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Everyday Backpack Zip 15L - Midnight
Average customer rating
4.8
(374 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 374 reviews
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97%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack Zip 15L - Midnight
Customer Rating
4
Close to perfect for me
on May 17, 2021
Posted by: Kristin
One issue I have with camera backpacks is that I am very petite, five feet tall and 100 lbs. Most look ridiculously big on me, and call attention to the fact I am carrying some expensive equipment. The 15L Everyday Backpack Zip is ideal for smaller people. It is sleek and not overwhelming at all. It is also very attractive. I can put a surprising amount of stuff in here, a Sony A7iii, Sony 70-200mm lens, Tamron 28-75mm lens, lens hoods, snacks, a sweatshirt or jacket (granted my clothes are also small). It may take some originality to get the dividers just the way you want them, but you can do it however you like, and can also use dividers from other Peak Design bags (I use one from my 10L sling). My 13" laptop or surface pro fit nicely in the laptop compartment. I would like to see one more feature...an outside zip pocket on the front for easy access to phone, keys, etc. Otherwise, it is a great bag.
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Customer Rating
4
Fantastic all-around camera bag
on December 3, 2021
Posted by: ZKATK
from Ahseville, NC
I purchased this bag because I love everything about Peak Design and I preferred the aesthetic of the zip to that of the Everyday Backpack (EB). The design, in particular the accessibility, is second to none. However, if I knew then what I know now, I would have purchased the EB instead of the Zip because of one feature—the magnetic shoulder straps. My understanding was that it was just a different design, not a step down from the EB. I travel a lot and thought the Zip would have them, but it didn’t. I used a friend’s EB and it makes a big difference for keeping things neat and orderly when stowed on a roller-board.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Great looking bag but with 2 flaws
on December 10, 2025
Posted by: stefanosk27
from Greece
I wanted a small backpack that would look great in almost every occasion and I almost found what I was looking for in the 15L, midnight version of the Zip. I love the color, the dividers and the overall structure and features of the bag (I also own the Zip 20L and the 30L).
But there’s definitely room for improvement. I’m 1,70m and 68kg but still the bag looks kinda small on me and also it’s not very comfortable. Actually, it’s less comfortable than all 8 premium backpacks I own. The 20L version is much more comfortable.
Furthermore, I think there’s a major issue with the bottle holders because when the internal dividers are wide open (as they should) it’s very, very difficult to fit in both water holders with bottles. What I’ve done to solve this issue is that I keep both the dividers half wrapped (like seen in the pictures), so there is enough room for the bottle holders to expand. This is a major design flaw if you ask me, not expected from Peak Design. When I use the key leash (which is, always) things are getting even more tight.
Overall I really like the bag, the organization, the dividers etc, as well as the 20L (which solves all of the above issues, but it’s just too big for everyday use). So the (almost) perfect edition of the Zip bag for me would be an 18L version. I would sell both my 15L and my 20L and I would buy an 18L in a heartbeat!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Awesome EDB!
on January 12, 2020
Posted by: Chris Brown
I bought the 20L when it was first released and have used it as my EDB ever since. I store my peak tech bag in the bottom, the middle allows you to fit a camera and 1 or 2 lenses, and the top allows a change of clothes or misc things you are carrying.
I keep a surface pro in the sleeve but it is hard to access and a little tight when the bag is full, the zipper should travel a little further down giving a bigger opening and making it a little easier to get stuff out of the laptop compartment. Never the less I also keep my external drive, mouse, and adapter in the little pockets in the laptop compartment.
Water bottle pockets are huge!
I am glad Peak decided to add a zip version of this bag!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Nice Color, Great design
on January 12, 2020
Posted by: Anonymous
15L, Bone color, very classic color which combined leather and white cream fabric.
The inside is very neat. Premium quality and high precision. Only one small problem for me is very easy to be dirty and it's not easy to clean like the quick guide said.
Actually 15L is somehow small than I think BUT there's only one option for this color and I love it so much. The good thing is the extra belt that easy to use to expand some carry on items.
If you are a guy that bring many things please skip this option but if you can minimize your things into 15L backpack, I really recommend this
The inside is very neat. Premium quality and high precision. Only one small problem for me is very easy to be dirty and it's not easy to clean like the quick guide said.
Actually 15L is somehow small than I think BUT there's only one option for this color and I love it so much. The good thing is the extra belt that easy to use to expand some carry on items.
If you are a guy that bring many things please skip this option but if you can minimize your things into 15L backpack, I really recommend this
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Smaller than expected but still great
on April 3, 2021
Posted by: Michelle
Let me say that I love the style of this bag and the smaller size, but it's just a little too small for a MacBook Pro + iPad Air with keyboard case. The two devices do not fit in the back slot, only one of them does, so you need to put the other in the main compartment. To do this, you are quite limited in “shelf” space. I will definitely use it when I'm only carrying one device, but doesn't work for both. The bag is completely fabulous in every way, especially with the side pockets, just needs a little more room for both devices in the back to 100% perfect.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Perfect for Work EDC
on May 20, 2022
Posted by: WieserT
from Wisconsin
I researched for hours to find an EDC bag for work. The Everyday Backpack Zip 15L is absolutely perfect for what I need. The only gripe I have is that there are no magnets in the straps for stowing, but I can live without it. Work & Car Travel EDC: Samsung Tab S8+ (laptop pocket), Galaxy Buds, charging cords/bricks, power bank, pen, flashlight, Yeti tumbler, hat, lunch/snacks, memory cards/flash drives, Mighty Hank, multi-tool, knife, chapstick, gum. My entire EDC fits in the bag with room to spare and keeps everything protected in style!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great bag!
on July 31, 2022
Posted by: Turtle626
from Hebron, KY
I recently took my zip backpack on a trip to Europe for a smaller option compared to my regular everyday backpack. I was surprised with how much it held still. I was able to fit my Sony a7ii with 28-70mm lens along with a 35mm, snacks, sunglasses, rain jacket, water bottle, iPad and still had room for some souvenirs. It felt lighter and was very comfortable hiking up the mountain. In the cities and on public transportation it was small enough that I didn’t feel I was invading other peoples space. I have the bone color and was also pleasantly surprised how well dirt came off. I like being in nature and do not worry about my bag when going through a cave or setting it down in the dirt, it held up great!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design