Customer reviews from Peak Design
Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Ocean
Average customer rating
4.2
(204 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 204 reviews
5 Stars
131
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
3
1 Star
25
86%of customers recommend this product.
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153 out of
177)
Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Everyday Backpack V2 20L - Ocean
Customer Rating
5
Great Bag
on March 4, 2025
Posted by: Beth
from New York, New York
Great bag with the hip belt added. Needed to think a little outside the box to pack it with my camera gear the first few times I used it. The will hold more than you think.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Never had better backpack
on March 6, 2025
Posted by: Mike
from Liverpool, UK
100% satisfactory! There is no better backpack. Quality of products used to make this backpack are amazing! Flight with me half of the world and it is in great condition!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
The best backpack I’ve ever owned
on March 7, 2025
Posted by: Mattf13
from Arkansas
This is by far the best backpack that I have ever owned. The durability and functionality that it provides on a daily basis is honestly unmatched by anything else I’ve ever had in the past. I love how many different pockets there are, and I also have a tech pouch that I can store securely in the backpack, but because there is easy access from the side zippers, I can get to all of my tech needs very easily .
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
it's a part of my body
on March 10, 2025
Posted by: Dylan_Floyd
Purchased in August 2022
This gear is amazing! The perfect life hack for an everyday backpack. I've been carrying it on my back every day for 800 days, covering 130k km through airports, rain, heat, cold, and much more. It still looks like new!
This gear is amazing! The perfect life hack for an everyday backpack. I've been carrying it on my back every day for 800 days, covering 130k km through airports, rain, heat, cold, and much more. It still looks like new!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Easy access. Everywhere
on March 18, 2025
Posted by: Derek K.
from Seattle
Has everything I need and the side access makes grabbing anything needed even when in tighter spots like a airplane or waiting in a line
Love the color and doesn’t scuff easily
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
One of the best backpacks available
on March 19, 2025
Posted by: Luis C
from San Jose, CA
The Peak Design Everyday Backpack 30L is a beautifully designed, versatile bag with exceptional build quality, making it perfect for photographers and commuters alike. Its innovative FlexFold dividers, weatherproof materials, and comfortable carry make organization and access effortless, elevating it above most other backpacks on the market.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Great bag for urban/light hiking use
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Colin
from Manitoba, Canada
I've been looking at this pack for probably a couple of years now, and finally pulled the trigger a few months ago. I wanted a backpack that allowed for better camera gear accessibility, and I appreciate the many thoughtful features of this one. I recently took it on a vacation trip that included some hiking and lots of time in airports.
Things I really like - Visually, the design is very clean. The camera accessibility is great. You have the option of access from either side, and you can set up the partitions to suit your gear. Personally I'd like a better separation between the top section and the bottom section, as small items can fall down past the flexible partition into the camera section. I ended up using one of the Peak Design gear pouches to keep smaller items in place.
I like the little zipper "locks". Whether they'd completely deter a thief, I doubt it, but they'd definitely slow them down a bit.
With regards to the fit - I'm on the taller side (72"/182 cm), and I found the waist strap to fit higher than I'd like. It's not so much a hip belt as a waist belt - for me at least. I appreciate the fact that it can be stowed in the back of the pack, but some sacrifices are made in terms of comfort and load carrying. Carrying an SLR, a telephoto lens, wide angle lens, a smaller point and shoot camera, Nalgene bottle, a jacket, snacks, and some other gear -- I found that the narrow shoulder straps were less comfortable than my regular backpack, and I would think twice about taking it on an multi-hour hikes over rough terrain. The non-stretchy side pockets are also a bit limited if you've got some larger lenses/gear in the pack.
In summary... if you're a gear nerd, you'll appreciate the features and thought that's gone into this pack. As an urban/light day trip hiking pack, this would be great. For longer trips with more gear, you'd probably want something bigger and with more padding. Just rec
Those are my initial impressions from a 10-day trip, and I have yet to use it for cycling and other things that I do.
Things I really like - Visually, the design is very clean. The camera accessibility is great. You have the option of access from either side, and you can set up the partitions to suit your gear. Personally I'd like a better separation between the top section and the bottom section, as small items can fall down past the flexible partition into the camera section. I ended up using one of the Peak Design gear pouches to keep smaller items in place.
I like the little zipper "locks". Whether they'd completely deter a thief, I doubt it, but they'd definitely slow them down a bit.
With regards to the fit - I'm on the taller side (72"/182 cm), and I found the waist strap to fit higher than I'd like. It's not so much a hip belt as a waist belt - for me at least. I appreciate the fact that it can be stowed in the back of the pack, but some sacrifices are made in terms of comfort and load carrying. Carrying an SLR, a telephoto lens, wide angle lens, a smaller point and shoot camera, Nalgene bottle, a jacket, snacks, and some other gear -- I found that the narrow shoulder straps were less comfortable than my regular backpack, and I would think twice about taking it on an multi-hour hikes over rough terrain. The non-stretchy side pockets are also a bit limited if you've got some larger lenses/gear in the pack.
In summary... if you're a gear nerd, you'll appreciate the features and thought that's gone into this pack. As an urban/light day trip hiking pack, this would be great. For longer trips with more gear, you'd probably want something bigger and with more padding. Just rec
Those are my initial impressions from a 10-day trip, and I have yet to use it for cycling and other things that I do.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design
Customer Rating
5
Absolutely essential and an incredible warranty
on April 2, 2025
Posted by: EricJT
from Phoenix AZ
The 30L backpack is perfect for hauling camera gear and accessories. I used it on a European trip last year and loved that when it was fully packed, it still fit under the seat in front of me on an airplane (Not on regional jets, though).
The big reason to buy this: the warranty. Its magnetic strap holder holds the straps tight to the pack, and the flaps don't flop around. Something happened to my original bag, and a magnet moved out of position. When querying about a fix, Peak Design sent me a new backpack.
There are some things I would like to see improved. There should be a pen holder in the top of the compartment so the user can put a pen there or in the computer slot. The side panels won't stay open when unzipped, meaning you have to use your arm to keep it open while looking for an object. That makes finding and retrieving an item a two-handed action.
These enhancements don't take away from the bag's strengths and features. I'd buy it again...and, in fact, may buy the new roller bag.
The case takes a lot of beating from being shoved under seats or in bins, pushed around the back of the SUV, and being on the ground when shooting on location. Even after over a year of such rough treatment, the exterior case showed no sign of wear or damage. Even dirt, and coffee and salsa stains were easily cleaned off.
I'm 5'8, and the 30L is comfortable and fits well on my body and narrow shoulders.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Peak Design