Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Everyday Backpack 20L Zip - Kelp
Average customer rating
3.9
(16 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 16 reviews
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67%of customers recommend this product.
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10 out of
15)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack 20L Zip - Kelp
Customer Rating
3
It could be a great bag but not for everyone
on June 3, 2025
Posted by: Vladimir
from North Carolina
I’ve been always Osprey person because they bags are great in every detail.
I got Peak Design to be my all day long backpack for laptop, camera and lens and some accessories. I knew that I don’t need to use inside compartment dividers. Material looks robust and midnight color is my favourite.
First issue, my 17” laptop did not fit inside the back pocket. Unfortunately, this is my work laptop which I carry every day. Back compartment was big enough for 13”mac.
I liked small side pockets inside the main compartment but I didn’t find anything practical to store inside.
Full side zipper might be great if used with internal dividers to easily access camera. I didn’t find practical use for them because if I need quick shots I carry a camera outside.
Shoulder straps don’t hold and they need to be tightened often. It’s no big deal but still annoying compared to other brands.
Side outside pockets should be higher and made of mesh to be more flexible. I ended up carrying there only napkins because a bottle was falling out when I bend.
I did not find practical use from side holders. I carry backpacks on the back, not as a suitcase.
And finally the biggest disappointment is the lack of ventilation on back so it can’t be used for hiking (considering higher pace).
I got Peak Design to be my all day long backpack for laptop, camera and lens and some accessories. I knew that I don’t need to use inside compartment dividers. Material looks robust and midnight color is my favourite.
First issue, my 17” laptop did not fit inside the back pocket. Unfortunately, this is my work laptop which I carry every day. Back compartment was big enough for 13”mac.
I liked small side pockets inside the main compartment but I didn’t find anything practical to store inside.
Full side zipper might be great if used with internal dividers to easily access camera. I didn’t find practical use for them because if I need quick shots I carry a camera outside.
Shoulder straps don’t hold and they need to be tightened often. It’s no big deal but still annoying compared to other brands.
Side outside pockets should be higher and made of mesh to be more flexible. I ended up carrying there only napkins because a bottle was falling out when I bend.
I did not find practical use from side holders. I carry backpacks on the back, not as a suitcase.
And finally the biggest disappointment is the lack of ventilation on back so it can’t be used for hiking (considering higher pace).
It’s the first backpack I was giving away to my sister. The bag was fine but not worth the money and there were more disappointments than wow moments.
The cost of the backpack is so high compared to Osprey or Deuter and they have many years of experiences.
Peak Design could find their customers but mostly from photographers.
The cost of the backpack is so high compared to Osprey or Deuter and they have many years of experiences.
Peak Design could find their customers but mostly from photographers.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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
Customer Rating
5
High quality
on August 28, 2025
Posted by: FN
from Toronto, Ontario
This backpack is extremely high quality. Every detail feels thought through and engineered to the highest standard. It's incredibly functional. I'm using it as an all day carry whether going to work, out for a walk, or travelling. It has been amazing in every scenario. Highly recommend.
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
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
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
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
4
Great but could be improved by little detail
on February 3, 2026
Posted by: MarcusNilsson
from Sweden
I bought this 3 years ago, and am overall extremely happy with it.
I use it to transport my laptop and accessories and all other stuff to/from work (walking some distance).
I use it to transport my laptop and accessories and all other stuff to/from work (walking some distance).
Only downside are the adjustable straps, they doesn't grip enough and instead slips. Both on shoulder straps and over-chest strap. After a while it means that the backpack is far down my back, too far for my liking.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design