Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Everyday Backpack 20L Zip - Black
Average customer rating
4.8
(384 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 384 reviews
5 Stars
311
4 Stars
63
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
1
1 Star
0
97%of customers recommend this product.
(
248 out of
256)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack 20L Zip - Black
Customer Rating
5
Great for an EDC bag, even with no camera!
on January 20, 2026
Posted by: Kyle4099
from Louisiana
I purchased this to be my new EDC as other bags typically only have a larger center compartment. Gone are the days of carrying documents and books for me. This allows me to rearrange the inside to fit the items normally in my bag without having weight distributed funny and everything shifting all the time. I also love the number of pockets, the specific laptop/tablet sleeves, and the two water bottles. It takes some getting used to (for the better), but the shoulder straps being on a hinge work better than I thought, too.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Overall I’m a huge fan
on January 15, 2026
Posted by: Kjrice
I bought this bag after outgrowing the smaller version of this, and I love it. The color (dark blue) is beautiful, and the bag is big enough for my camera and a few lenses, but not so huge that I look like I’m going on a hike. I love the clamshell opening when I need it, and the flexibility of the shelves suites my needs. I appreciate the added straps for carrying extra cargo externally—great to have a place for a jacket or extra tripod when I’m on the job. My only suggestion for the next version would be to make the side pockets larger or more flexible. I can easily fit a small tripod in there, but putting in a bottle of water seems more cumbersome than it should be. Overall, I’m a huge fan.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Such a well thought out piece of gear
on January 8, 2026
Posted by: Leslie.WildPhoto
from BC, Canada
This is the most well thought out pack I’ve ever bought. It was an impulse buy while I was in Malaysia dragging around two separate bags for my carry-on/camera gear - now all my stuff fits into the one and it’s SO user friendly on the go. It also kept the contents dry in one of the most significant monsoon storms I’ve ever been caught in (with a rain cover on) despite the outside of the bag still getting really wet. Highly recommend making the investment!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Love this bag!
on December 8, 2025
Posted by: JosieNB
from Toronto, ON
I've only used this bag 3 times since getting it but so far I love it and it's perfect. I can fit my main camera body, my 35 & 85 prime lenses, and a flash along with extra space on top. This is great, because I can just leave all my extra lights and gear in my giant roller bag to only bring when necessary! I will be using this bag for a lot of things beyond photoshoots and can't wait to use it a bit more and customize my setup.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Loved the 15L so much, I got the 20L as well!
on November 17, 2025
Posted by: hkcanuck
I already had the 15L, which has been a fantastic small backpack used as a personal item on flights, but once at the destinations, I've always felt a need for something a little bit bigger, so I got the 20L version. This should serve me well (and still fit as a personal item on flights), as did the 15L, because it's well-designed. The single track/multi zipper pull system makes getting at camera gear and everything else a breeze, no matter where you're accessing your bag (i.e. on the floor, hanging on your left or right shoulders, etc). This, and the 2 flex-fold dividers for customizability, are perhaps my favourite features of this daily carry bag.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Elegant, Smartly Designed, but a Bit Tight
on October 10, 2025
Posted by: Teq87
from Detroit, MI
I love this backpack—it’s elegant, beautifully made, and incredibly well thought out for organization. I’m not a photographer, but I use it daily for work and appreciate the clean layout and smart pocket design. The laptop sleeve fits perfectly, and the multiple compartments make it easy to keep everything organized. My only complaint is that the 20L size can feel a little cramped if you’re carrying bulkier items like textbooks or folders; I’d probably go for the 30L next time. It can also be a bit tricky to reach some of the inner pockets, but overall it’s a fantastic, well-designed bag.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Survived the Amazon
on June 15, 2025
Posted by: Ro
from Vancouver
Hiked in the Amazon jungle during a downpour and not a single item in the bag got wet
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Excellent backpack for everyday use
on June 4, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
Excellent backpack for everyday use. I use it as a diaper bag for my baby. It's the best one out there, plus the added bonus is that it won't get lost when my baby grows up. All the parents ask about it, and it's interesting to see the looks of admiration when I explain the bag's features. It's an amazing product.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design