Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Midnight
Average customer rating
4.8
(1,273 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,273 reviews
5 Stars
1,090
4 Stars
153
3 Stars
26
2 Stars
3
1 Star
1
98%of customers recommend this product.
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792)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Midnight
Customer Rating
4
The best, but not perfect
on February 19, 2021
Posted by: Anonymous
Everyone pretty much summed up the pros and I agree with them all.
The only gripe I have with this otherwise perfect bag, is its weight.
Maybe I should have bought the 20L, but filling this bag will get you a heavy everyday load quickly.
Also - “pro tip” - think thoroughly about your daily carry, because this bag will help you organize your stuff in such a brilliant way that you will wind up with a lot of empty space - and I am a heavy loader.
Especially after I paired it with a tech pouch (and that product my friend - is imo PERFECT.)
So to sum up - think twice before getting the 30L, and this bag is an absolute MUST.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Meticulously Designed
on August 9, 2022
Posted by: Mark
from Dallas TX
I am a backpack enthusiast, I own several backpacks and I buy and sell them to try new ones. The everyday backpack v2 is always in my rotation. I am not into photography but the ingenious access system makes this work for a variety of settings (office pack, diaper bag). It is on the expensive side but the design is so good that other established companies have tried to imitate it. I love the versatility of the organization. I dislike that the material will pick up dust and sand, noticeably on the black model.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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
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
3
it's ok...but...
on April 12, 2020
Posted by: Carlo
Just purchased the Everyday Sling 10L (V2) to use it for work. I was able to use it for about 2 weeks before my office closed because of the coronavirus pandemic. During that time i felt it was a little too small for my liking. my 13inch macbook pro (2010) didn't fit well. It was a struggle to put it inside the laptop pocket. Plus if i decide to bring my dslr camera and an extra lense it would probably a very tight fit or not fit at all. Don't get me wrong this sling looks and feels very well made. The materials used are top notch. Anyway, i guess i'll just continue to search for my edc work bag but still keep this to use for non work stuff. Stay safe and healthy! Thank you! Cheers!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Everyday Backpack 20L
on January 10, 2020
Posted by: Mark
This is a well made bag with a unconventional design. It is different to use than what I used to in most camera bags but, accepting it's differences I find it very handy for a walk around bag in daily use in urban areas or for light travel. The top access is where I usually keep a body with lens mounted. I carry another lens in one side, another lens in the other side with various filters, blower, cloth, memory card, battery, two remotes, two cables, power bank, and step up ring. Albeit it is not my most commonly used bag, it is my favorite out of what I currently own (I have too many). I typically use a smaller bag for day-carry merely because of the size.
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Customer Rating
3
Every Photog Needs
on January 13, 2020
Posted by: Ashe
this backpack has been a game changer for traveling and ease of bringing the camera with. The backpack not only looks sleek, professional and premium, but servers it purposes to fullest extent and makes traveling with my camera 100 times easier. It is one thing that the backpack is exceptional for use, but the design details with the closures, clamps and sleek zippers sets the design buff in my on fire. I will only use Peak Design moving forward, and highly recommend to anyone who transports their cameras.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Everyday Backpack for Everybody
on January 23, 2020
Posted by: Anonymous
Everything's perfect and its the best backpack existing on earth as of date.This backpack is on a different league so please dont compare those 4 stars with any other backpacks.
You would have got my 5 stars if the below mentioned things would have been present.
1.Pocket on the straps for easy access of passport or credit cards
2.Rain cover.
3.Seperate pocket at the bottom to store wet clothes or shoes etc etc.
4.Hip belt.
6.A dedicated easy access compartment for storing sunglasses.
7.Leather version would look out of the world.
8.Some more room for expansion.
1.Pocket on the straps for easy access of passport or credit cards
2.Rain cover.
3.Seperate pocket at the bottom to store wet clothes or shoes etc etc.
4.Hip belt.
6.A dedicated easy access compartment for storing sunglasses.
7.Leather version would look out of the world.
8.Some more room for expansion.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design