Customer reviews from Tumi
TUMI - Alpha Bravo Search 15" Expandable Backpack - Navy
Average customer rating
4.7
(129 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 129 reviews
5 Stars
107
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
0
1 Star
3
Customer Reviews for TUMI - Alpha Bravo Search 15" Expandable Backpack - Navy
Customer Rating
4
on May 7, 2025
Posted by: PaulL
Overall, a nice backpack, structured enough to be professional looking, but not old styling like the classic Alpha Bravo I have from 10 years ago. A few negatives, the front pocket with the ID tag tends to collapse on itself, and I wish there were more than two pen holders. Otherwise, it's well organized and well made.
A criticism of Tumi - why not list the country of manufacture? I can't even find it on the bag itself. Chatgpt tells me it's Indonesia or Thailand.
A criticism of Tumi - why not list the country of manufacture? I can't even find it on the bag itself. Chatgpt tells me it's Indonesia or Thailand.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
Sleek and stylish
on April 28, 2025
Posted by: RichieB
Best backpack I’ve ever purchased. Sleek and stylish. Great storage capacity. The zippers jingle a bit much, but they operate smoothly. Great bag!
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
The best bag!
on April 15, 2025
Posted by: CrystalD
Love this bag so much! It's slim profile maximizes storage and looks sooo sleek!
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
3
Collapses to a fault...and too heavy
on April 15, 2025
Posted by: DavidJ
The construction of this backpack is somewhat disappointing. I don't like how it looks unstructured most of the time. It also collapses (to a fault) into itself from the top. It does hold my large water bottle which is a plus. But overall it is too heavy to use everyday. Darn, I wish I would have purchased a smaller/lighter Tumi instead. I wish it came with a strap to connect the two straps horizontally across my chest (or a Tumi option that I could purchase).
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
Happy!
on April 3, 2025
Posted by: Alinpdx
Fantastic all around. This bag hits all the notes. Solid construction and features.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
LOVE TUMI
on March 14, 2025
Posted by: FranciscoB
If I thought my 10 year old Tumi back pack was the best one ever made. This one just one me over. Not only do I love the dark red wine color with the black combination, but I love Tumi for what they stand for. I have tons of tumi products from wallets, to backpack, to garment bags, to duffle bag, and tote bag. The Quality the TUMI makes is superb and like no other in the industry. Classy, yet durable, and affordable. Best investment ever, and definitely outshines some of those luxury brands in durability and design. I simply love the TUMI brand.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
5
Great backpack!
on March 13, 2025
Posted by: KevinJ
I recently purchased this backpack as a gift to myself where I was seeking something more professionally minded, with an opportunity for personalization.
I tried briefcases and never found they could provide the functional benefits, ie too narrow, couldn’t fit my lunch, jacket, umbrella, books, tablet, etc., and the single strap made for uncomfortable weight distribution, especially when having to walk longer distances.
On the flip side, as a seasoned professional seeking to reinforce that image, I didn’t want to use an older backpack from my days in college.
Functionally, I wouldn’t change anything about this backpack.
In terms of areas for improvement—
I wish Tumi included a strap to go across the chest to assist with weight distribution.
The top pocket (where my initial name plate is…) is unstructured and when the tissue paper / filler is removed, it collapses and aesthetically, looks awkward.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi
Customer Rating
3
Good, but not great.
on March 5, 2025
Posted by: JamesH
Comfortable and highly functional with ample pockets but a clean design. Just small enough to fit under an economy airline seat, but large enough to carry a laptop and a good amount of travel accoutrements. The only disappointing aspect is that the accent panels are vinyl, not leather.
Written by a customer while visiting Tumi