Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Eclipse
Average customer rating
4.4
(127 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 127 reviews
5 Stars
93
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
6
1 Star
6
88%of customers recommend this product.
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87 out of
99)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Travel Backpack 45L - Eclipse
Customer Rating
4
Great versatile travel bag
on May 24, 2026
Posted by: SK
from Canada
Pretty happy overall with this bag. I purchased it for a travel carry-on for an upcoming trip, but have also been using it for a daily bag for work even though it is a little large for an everyday bag. The collapsible top has helped with keeping the bulk down a bit.
Pros: Premium materials, plenty of access, versatility. Many reviews say the straps are not comfortable, but my experience has been great with them.
Cons: The top handle is difficult to grab as it is a bit too snug to the top of the bag. Occasionally the zipper for the large compartment feels like it gets stuck on one of the corners. Nothing jammed, just difficult to zip around the corner.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Loved it so much, we got a 2nd!
on May 27, 2026
Posted by: kerowyn
from Long Island, NY
Love the travel backpack. Been using it since it first came out years ago and recently just bought a second.
It perfectly fits one medium and one small packing cube. Fits my needs whenever I need to go somewhere for a weekend and don't want to drag a suitcase around. Perfect for weekend trips into Manhattan where there's typically lots of steps when navigating mass transit.
First one has held up really well - basically looks new. Got the second one for my wife.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great travel backpack.
on June 2, 2026
Posted by: Pete
from Long Island, NY
I purchased the 45l for a 2week trip to Japan with my family. This pack worked perfect as a carry on with 1 set of clothes for me and my 2 kids and some camera gear in the XS camera cube and my laptop. Looks great, the straps could be a little more padded but is doable. Definitely recommend this pack.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
4
Nearly perfect
on June 4, 2026
Posted by: Rosettastoned
Bought this about 7 months ago. Have done 15 days in Japan, a week in Mexico, and several other shorter trips with it since. Fantastic bag. Holds a ton but can shrink down if you need it to. Some people seem to misunderstand the snaps, they’re not really for compression, rather just to make the bag smaller if it’s not full. Used it for both camera gear and regular packing and it’s great for both. Would give it 4.5 stars if I could. Only thing holding it back is it definitely needs load lifters! Also maybe a second access to the front pocket so stuff in the bottom is more easily accessible.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
4x5 Loadout
on June 4, 2026
Posted by: Coolbreeze
from Brewster, NY
Just received my 20L backpack. You guys finally made the perfect travel bag for my 4x5 set-up. Perfect fit for 4x5 Chamonix 45N-2, 3 lenses Nikkor 210mm, Nikkor 150mm and Nikkor 75mm. Room to spare for accessories bag. Bag holds Chamonix loupe, level, light meter, spot meter B&W filters. Space for dark cloth all carried in Peak Design Medium Camera Cube. 2 Film Holders in computer compartment.
Thank You,
Howard
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Best bag ever
on June 12, 2026
Posted by: Frenchbag
I’ve been using the Peak Design Travel Backpack for about 3 months now, and it’s easily the best bag I’ve owned. The build quality is insane—the material feels indestructible and the zippers never catch. What I love most is the access; being able to open it from the back, sides, or top makes packing and finding stuff so much easier. It holds a ton when expanded but handles the weight really well on your shoulders. Yes, it’s expensive, but you can feel where the money went. Zero regrets.
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Perfect Carry-On
on June 13, 2026
Posted by: Kim R
I’m obsessed with this backpack. I have been looking for a travel backpack to use as a carry on that could potentially fit under an airline seat. I recently flew on a Boeing 737-max (3 by 3 seats in economy) and it would work if you don’t fully expand it (use 30L/35L configuration) and sit in the window or middle seat. I was able to pack everything I needed for an 8 day trip because of the design. Highly recommend it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design