Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Midnight
Average customer rating
4.8
(1,512 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,512 reviews
5 Stars
1,257
4 Stars
198
3 Stars
39
2 Stars
7
1 Star
11
96%of customers recommend this product.
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959 out of
995)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Midnight
Customer Rating
5
Great, versatile bag!
on June 30, 2025
Posted by: David
from Portland, OR
I've been using this bag daily for a few weeks now and I'm loving it so far. I'm not a photographer, but I still love the built-in (and customizable) organization inside. My old bag was a jumbled mess of whatever I'd tossed in the main compartment. But with this bag, I can stay better organized and grab just the item(s) I'm looking for. It's not the lightest bag, but I wouldn't call it heavy either. It strikes a nice balance of features, quality, and weight. Overall, I'm happy with this purchase and look forward to using it for the long term.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
The best bag with the best features!
on June 26, 2025
Posted by: ericaspin
This is my favorite bag ever! I love all of the pockets, magnetic attachments, and additional features this bag offers. I also love the side access on both sides.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
I might finally be happy
on June 23, 2025
Posted by: cornfedphototaker
Having come from the 6sling in coyote. I kept catching myself relying on the capture clip to STUFF everything I could in. Which then made that uncomfortable. Decided to bite the bullet on this bag and holy smokes....its SOOOO comfortable. I know some people say it isnt, Im not sure why not. I did get the waste strap as well which makes a big difference. I have not tested it in the rain which will be the big thing for me and I pray it passes that.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Great EDC backpack
on June 20, 2025
Posted by: streetek71
from London
I've had this backpack for over a year, use it most days for my EDC and it's a really great pack. The internal flex dividers are ace and allow for multiple configurations and I can generally get everything I need for the day in to it. Always have a camera and lens, room for a weather proof jacket, it's the UK after all. I can switch between MacBook Pro 14 or my iPad, depending on travelling heavy or light. Quality seems spot on, no issues with zips, no tears or breaks.
I find the base weight is slightly heavy with nothing in it and the straps can take a bit of adjusting to get super comfy. They're just niggles though, nothing that stops me using it daily.
I find the base weight is slightly heavy with nothing in it and the straps can take a bit of adjusting to get super comfy. They're just niggles though, nothing that stops me using it daily.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Endgame Bag
on June 18, 2025
Posted by: bklebke
from San Francisco
This bag really can do everything: hiking pack, commuter, backpacking Europe, camera bag, around town bag, diaper bag - and I've done all of those (except the last one, though I've heard friends use it that way). Super extendable, super handy, and the right mix of structure/organization when you want it and 'big dumb bag' when you need it. Can even use the back pocket for a water bladder if you're really going after it. 10/10
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
4
Great, just a shame downgrade from V1
on June 18, 2025
Posted by: still_wolf
from Prague
I have the Everyday 30l backpack from V1 and we are very satisfied. The backpack is durable and suitable for everyday use and photography. There is no need for a Cube for everyday things and I don't have to be afraid to just throw cookies etc. into the backpack - it won't fit anywhere, unlike Travel or Outdoor. At the same time, it has great joints on the back.
I have to admit that the V1 was overall better designed, especially the pockets on the sides were well thought out and sophisticated. The loop for a bike light is also great.
V2 has a more discreet design (better for me). More durable back system. It has simplified pockets on the sides (too much, a minus for me), better pockets for NTB/documents. Internal lens organizers get dirty more easily and tear faster. It allows you to buy a waist belt, which is great (unfortunately compared to the 45l without a pocket).
I don't think the back system is optimal for both versions of the backpack, but I guess it's a tax for a city backpack.
I hope that V3 will bring back more articulation on the sides, an eye for attaching a light (it was amazing for cycling, walking, etc. at night), a better hip belt (can be hidden like the Travel, pocket, etc.) and a back system and opening the back while maintaining entry from the top (a combination of the Everyday 30 and Travel 30).
I have to admit that the V1 was overall better designed, especially the pockets on the sides were well thought out and sophisticated. The loop for a bike light is also great.
V2 has a more discreet design (better for me). More durable back system. It has simplified pockets on the sides (too much, a minus for me), better pockets for NTB/documents. Internal lens organizers get dirty more easily and tear faster. It allows you to buy a waist belt, which is great (unfortunately compared to the 45l without a pocket).
I don't think the back system is optimal for both versions of the backpack, but I guess it's a tax for a city backpack.
I hope that V3 will bring back more articulation on the sides, an eye for attaching a light (it was amazing for cycling, walking, etc. at night), a better hip belt (can be hidden like the Travel, pocket, etc.) and a back system and opening the back while maintaining entry from the top (a combination of the Everyday 30 and Travel 30).
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
Elegant but poorly designed water bottle holders
on June 16, 2025
Posted by: Autumn
I love the versatility and elegance of this backpack. I use this mainly for two purposes: bringing my camera and water bottle while hiking, and carrying my flight gears.
I take one star off because of the very poorly designed water bottle holders. They are way too tight!!!!! I bruised my knuckles and scraped my cuticles just trying to jam in an 18oz standard sized water bottle. I owned an osprey and Patagonia backpacks with water bottle holders that are so joyful to use: they are deep mesh with extra straps to tighten if needed.
I take one star off because of the very poorly designed water bottle holders. They are way too tight!!!!! I bruised my knuckles and scraped my cuticles just trying to jam in an 18oz standard sized water bottle. I owned an osprey and Patagonia backpacks with water bottle holders that are so joyful to use: they are deep mesh with extra straps to tighten if needed.
Please please please fix the design of the water bottle holders!! I just came back from a trip to the national parks with this backpack and came home with bruised and bloody cuticles because I fought to jam my water bottle into the water bottle holder. This is very aggravating. I will try to fix it by replacing the elastic but I may need to sell it off.
Taking another star off because the laptop compartment is also way too tight. Struggled to fit in an iPad Pro 12.9 inch with a clam case, making it impossible to put anything else in other pockets.
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Customer Rating
5
Everyday or Anyday.
on June 10, 2025
Posted by: Raiya
from Kentucky
Best bag for any photographer or Everyday user.
My only complaint is add strap holders for the dangling straps after adjusting.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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