Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Cloud
Average customer rating
4.3
(232 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 232 reviews
5 Stars
141
4 Stars
48
3 Stars
24
2 Stars
9
1 Star
10
86%of customers recommend this product.
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173 out of
201)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Outdoor Backpack 45L - Cloud
Customer Rating
4
Exactly what I expected from a first edition bag
on March 26, 2025
Posted by: Alexis
from Norfolk, VA
Excellent personal item on an airplane. Recently did some work travel and it really did everything that I needed it to. Compact, very secure, easy to carry, and plenty of room for staying organized. Fortunately for me, the weather was great and I didn’t get to test the water resistance of the bag.
Things that I hope to see cleaned up in a future version:
-The cord securing the front of the bag, when pulled tightly, gets stuck on something internally and it becomes difficult to open the front of the bag. I get it open by wiggling it around pretty aggressively, but that’s not ideal for a quick access area.
-Maybe add a small internal pocket in the main part of the bag for small items to be stored away from larger items. Something only large enough for basic EDC pocket items. Pens, chapstick, charger, cash, etc.
Things that I hope to see cleaned up in a future version:
-The cord securing the front of the bag, when pulled tightly, gets stuck on something internally and it becomes difficult to open the front of the bag. I get it open by wiggling it around pretty aggressively, but that’s not ideal for a quick access area.
-Maybe add a small internal pocket in the main part of the bag for small items to be stored away from larger items. Something only large enough for basic EDC pocket items. Pens, chapstick, charger, cash, etc.
Overall, great bag. I’m very excited to test it on a much longer trip next month. Will update my review afterwards.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic backpack for everyday use!
on November 10, 2024
Posted by: Fan22
Fantastic backpack for everyday use. I’m not a photographer but love all the little well-thought out features. This is replacing a well-loved North Face backpack.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
2
Not a woodsman pack
on December 18, 2024
Posted by: Joseph D
If you are a digital nomad then likely a great product but for the outdoor enthusiasts not so great. Missing loops for a hatchet and fire steel for one. A pack for bushcraft is very different than these urban packs.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
1
Huge disappointment!
on November 1, 2024
Posted by: 4foster
from Essex, UK
My new Outdoor Backpack with camera cube arrived today and what a disappointment.
It took me a full 15 minutes to work out how to open the thing and I still can't work out how to fit the camera cube inside. I searched the website in vain for a video but there's nothing up yet.
I just can't work out what it does! There are straps everywhere and pockets but no easy way to access anything. If I do manage to get the camera cube in it, there will be no room for anything else. Not even the smallest of the ultralight packing cubes that I bought with it.
I already have an everyday backpack and a travel backpack and I hoped that this retirement gift to myself would replace them both. No chance!
It took me a full 15 minutes to work out how to open the thing and I still can't work out how to fit the camera cube inside. I searched the website in vain for a video but there's nothing up yet.
I just can't work out what it does! There are straps everywhere and pockets but no easy way to access anything. If I do manage to get the camera cube in it, there will be no room for anything else. Not even the smallest of the ultralight packing cubes that I bought with it.
I already have an everyday backpack and a travel backpack and I hoped that this retirement gift to myself would replace them both. No chance!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Peak DesignBy Erica, Customer Service, November 12, 2024
Hey there! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review and for the feedback. We think the video our team put together, linked below, will help answer some of the questions and shed some light on any confusion you're encountering with the bag. New design innovations can be head-scratching to familiarize oneself with. We hope this video can help you navigate around the bag's features and compartments! https://youtu.be/n6w0kB8nyJo?si=pJLuX0y93HgJsyEd
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Another PD masterpiece
on November 16, 2024
Posted by: Logan
from SLC
Just got this and the quality is stellar in typical PD fashion. It has ample pockets, the roll top is a great idea, and the back zip panel gives a straight shot to your gear. This pack is about to get put through its paces, and based on the materials used and solid feeling construction I have zero doubts it’ll hold up.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
3
Great product but can not attach sternum straps
on November 14, 2024
Posted by: jb
I have received the backpack today and I am unable to attach my sternum straps because of missing loops on the left shoulder band. for the rest the 25L backpack seems to do what it promises. A guide on how to attach a sling would be nice.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
I LOVE THIS BAG!
on November 18, 2024
Posted by: James
This is my 3rd backpack from Peak Design. I love them all and still use the other two. I also have an unhealthy obsession with backpacks and buy many from other manufacturers. First off... this is the best backpack I have ever bought... so happy with this purchase. I'm not sure the website photos do it justice, so here's what I like most about the Outdoor backpack:
1. it looks epic, especially in the dark red (eclipse) colour. Honestly, looks amazing. The colour is like a duotone effect; there are 2-3 different shades of crimson which work together to look amazing.
2. Functionality: being able to quickly access the entire pack (like the Peak Design travel bags) is really helpful, especially when I get to work, I can flip it open and grab what I need quickly.
3. All the fittings, handles, padding behind the laptop, etc, are small/thin/light but incredibly strong.
4. Waterproof: it doesn't rain a lot in Spain, but there is a lot of commuting by foot, so when it does, it's great to know my laptop and all my gear are safe.
5. Durability: all the fabrics feel super-premium and tough.
6. The opening mechanism to open the front of the pack is fantastic, once you know how it works, it makes for quick assessment and closure, but at the same time, it is hard for would-be thieves to get into the back (as it doesn't open as they would expect). There are a lot of pick-pockets in Spain, so this is a great feature. Note: someone left a 1-star review for this product based on this feature alone (the opening mechanism on the front). I think they need to retract that review, as it is objectively unfounded.
I love this bag.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Don't let the bad reviews fool you! Excellent Bag!
on January 1, 2025
Posted by: mtnphotog
Extremely well thought out bag with only a couple niggles that could be improved on a version 2 but easily one of my favorite bags of all time. The negative reviews are mainly due to people not understanding how to use the bag or thinking it was something it isn't... PD has published an in-depth video on YouTube going over every feature.
Per usual with Peak Design, they took a novel approach to a lot of things and improved on them. The fit of the bag is great due to the adjustable height harness and running vest style straps. They wrap really well and have the right balance of comfort and breathability. The two sternum straps distribute the weight nicely on your chest. The only issue with them is they are hard to attach with thick gloves on in winter.
The stretch pockets on the sides are great for multiple sized items from water bottles to tripods to jackets. The included straps and loop attachment points all along the bag make it easy to customize the load carrying how you want and you can cinch down the 45L pack into a much more compact size if needed.
I really like the design of the main pocket access from the top because they created a quick way to open and close it without clips. You can also store wet gear and things you want quick access to in the kangaroo pouch created by the outer flap.
There is a really nice assortment of pockets on the outside for organization including a zippered and stretch pocket on the waist straps. The front flap also has two pockets for various items.
Being able to access the main compartment by opening the entire back panel makes it easy to get into all your gear. If you put a camera cube in there, you have full access to it without removing the cube from the bag. I see this bag more for general hiking primarily, so I use PD’s excellent packing cubes in the main compartment. This keeps everything organized and easily accessible.
By loosening the front flap and unrolling the main compartment top part, you can add a decent amount of capacity to this bag as well, pushing it into weekend backpacking territory.
The only thing PD didn’t fully think through was the hose routing for a water bladder if you put it in the back panel’s storage spot. It makes it challenging to fully open the pack from that side if you do use a bladder there and run the hose through the routing to the harness straps. There are ways around this though, so I wouldn’t consider it a dealbreaker at all.
The materials are top notch, per usual with PD and I know they will stand behind this product as they do with all their others.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design