Best Travel Backpacks for 2025 | Tested & Reviewed

[@PackHacker]

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[@Stevenbrownx11]

Traveling is one of the things that most motivates me to invest and keep my accessories and edc updated, it's like when Indiana Jones was preparing for the adventure haha

[@AndresC55]

hahahahah dude india jones always carries a whip but I understand your point since I have my vionentus vn100 wallet I can track it with airtag like a movie gadget

[@Stevenbrownx11]

@@AndresC55 and a hat don't forget the hat!! 🤣 haha hey yes I have heard anything about that, great reference

[@AndresC55]

@@Stevenbrownx11 I could never forget the hat and the great work on the soundtrack by John Williams

[@Stevenbrownx11]

@@AndresC55 John Williams never fails dudee

[@AndresC55]

@@Stevenbrownx11 It's like that!!

[@javyacuna4380]

Thanks to this channel, 3 years ago I settled on the Peak Design 45L and have taken it all over the world! Whether walking streets of Istanbul or having it in my tent, the bag does everything I need it to do. You guys rock!

[@nathanpinnock9541]

I love that bag for travel! Took it as my only bag to Asia for two weeks and it was great in the rain. Crazy how much it can hold when you want it to.

[@hkochi]

How about a video about which travel backpacks fit smaller frames or women best?

[@ceciliebeck6499]

Yes🗺️ i second this!

[@mindyschaper]

Happy to see the improvements to the Alpa.

[@d.nakamura9579]

2:46 got the Tortuga 40L travel Lite and it worked well as a one bag carry-on for a week in Kaua’i. Very well designed and made, and it pairs very well with the Bellroy 7L Lite sling.

[@msgeen]

My personal pick is the Aer Travel Pack 3 Small. It's large enough to carry my essentials for my trip, yet small enough to fit under the seat. It can also be used as an everyday carry bag. I think it's more versatile than the regular ATP3.

[@jkamp]

Love the list. Has both mine and my daughters tops picks! CTB26 has been my go to bag since its release as the Phoenix 2 Carryology collab and I recently got the Griffin 2 version in waxed canvas. Still an absolute stunner. My daughter got the Cotopaxi about 2 years ago now and she loves it. She’s current an employee at the Grand Canyon National Park and uses it regularly.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙

[@aarongonzales7878]

I picked up a Nomadic Research TTL Bag 38L about a year ago and I LOVE it. It travels really well and I love the neutral look.

[@SJ_shinkansen]

More customization bag system videos would be helpful for the community -is it possible to carry PD camera cube in bellroy travel light pack? -if the 25L light outdoor PD bag is enough for my camera gears, will i be able to fit packing cube inside the canguro pocket with 3-4 days worth of clothes? These type of videos are helpful for different type of travelers, different trips and for photographers

[@Marcel-dd9ch]

Good vid. thx! I just tend to buy the new Osprey Daylite Carry-On Travel Pack 44L instead atm for my next big roundtrip

[@manueldelgado5336]

I think the best pockets are in the Evergoods CTB 26, just loving it as my EDC carry for the past 9 months

[@IzzyHaye]

Nice to see Joey back. I dig Sally, but balance creates a pretty hip vibe. 👍

[@tjl4688]

Missing the old reliable Tomtoc Navigator 40L. I recently abandoned my Goruck GR2 40L for the Tomtoc due to the growing trend of 7kg/15lb carry-on limits.

[@MộtMình_VẫnVui]

Is Tomtoc navigator 40 L too big for international carry on backpack? Too big for 5’5 ; 165cm) women ? Please let me know

[@lydiagibson3535]

Wish the video included the caveats for women travelers, the Civic and Matador are both a no go for smaller people.

[@VolkerHelmich]

Not every female is a "smaller person"

[@Always-Unrelatable]

Get the Cor Surf 40l. Just like the Cotopaxi but in UK it's less than half the price. In US it's still much cheaper.

[@mattosmond4265]

I’d love to see your opinion on Burton & DaKine backpacks. Been a fan for several years, quality is really good and good variety of bags.

[@headventure]

been traveling with a dakine for ages, theyre almost indestructible great quality

[@Maverickgouda]

Any suggestions for insulated pouches? I’m normally a bit funny about leaving my backpack in the car with toiletries, first aid, etc in hot temperatures. I also went on my 1st hike last month. I had to dig thru my Kånken when it came time to reapply sunscreen & the bottles were a bit warm. Is there something small like 1 L, that might go on a carabiner and keep contents around “room temperature” in a hot environment?

[@soulsearcher9530]

If you had to pick between the Cotopaxi Alpa or the Peak Design travel pack, which would you choose? I’m debating between both

[@Olson34]

i've always loved my aer 35L x-pac travel packpack but picked up the pakt 45L bags recently to try them out

[@takakowright9472]

Thanks for the informative videos. My EDC/personal item bag is usually the Baron Fig (alas, they stopped making that backpack). I just recently started using the Hypath and TOBIQ brands for travel.

[@PackHacker]

🤙🤙🤙

[@dillp671]

Great video. Though it feels strange seeing Tom in a non-black t-shirt LOL.

[@PackHacker]

😂😂😂

[@jasecola]

I bought the Tortuga Lite this year. It's a great bag and I think I will be happy with it for a few years. I just wish the vertical front pocket went the length of the bag like it does on the pro.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for sharing 🤙

[@Battlem0nk]

My new travel backpack is from PGYtech OnePro Flex. This replaces my Shimoda Explore v2 which replaced Peak Design travel

[@Zc2n5KGvtO]

most unique definitely goes to matador seg28. good to see ppl trying new things.

[@SpiritOfAbsinthe]

I recently bought the Caterpillar CAT 38L Cabin Backpack and I love it. Very basic, but comfortable to wear and super light.

[@axcx5951]

And cheap!

[@5amyak_]

Why are Decathlon bags not covered by any of these channels? Their organizer travel backpacks are generally a strong bang for the buck.

[@Dracomies]

Because they're not good? Because they're not durable? Because they're not comfortable? (Source: I bought them. I don't recommend them :D There are better backpacks. )

[@VolkerHelmich]

Because they're rubbish

[@yaowsers77]

love that the farpoint40/55 made it to the list!

[@AlisonMGee]

Agreed! ❤ I did 37 European countries with the Fairview 40 last year and loved it, but I'm going to upgrade to the 55 for my next long trip just to allow for a few more clothing options.

[@yaowsers77]

@@AlisonMGee lol I bought a collapsible luggage hand cart because carrying it in the airport is a pain. It folks down to smaller than the bag 😁

[@AlisonMGee]

Wow, is it heavy? I found that I got used to the weight quite quickly so I'd prioritise some slightly smarter clothes and essentials like hairspray and teabags! 😂

[@yaowsers77]

@@AlisonMGee going is not bad. It's coming home with all the souvenirs! 🤣

[@namcanguyen8781]

It's a classic

[@Dr.ZoidbergPhD]

What do yall do with all those backpacks that yall have already reviewed? Do yall sell 'em?

[@unknown9072]

I'd love to see you guys review the PGYtech onepro flex that just dropped. It looks amazing for travel though fixed hip belts have held me back for the moment. Looks like a great hybrid travel bag though.

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along.

[@JuanFlores-jm2gd]

What would you guys recommend for college and everyday use? I do need a spot for my laptop but there’s just so many options!

[@healthtravel.magazine]

Great to see the alpa picking up

[@Havok632]

I don’t understand the front pocket for phone thing. Do people really just leave it up there to get pick pocketed?

[@v3n0s]

Great video 💪

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for watching! 😃

[@Dmassimini7]

Have you guys ever tried the nomatic travel pack? It is my travel pack/daily bag and it is amazing with it’s organization, expansion, and versatility!

[@moncy101]

It blows my mind that in 2024 companies are still selling travel bags without water bottle pockets. The one time I would want water the most is when I travel.

[@kurtthecat3995]

I agree. There are many well designed bags but without water bottle holders. No water bottle holder is an automatic deal breaker.

[@alexanderxd3067]

Hey! Able Carry Max is the best one! How could you not to mention it!)

[@PREPFORIT]

I like that Peak design outdoor backpack.

[@alexeynaidenov4697]

Im not sure it is available yet though

[@oLi102]

I never like the clam-shell style backpacks opening from the side. It limits the size of the opening when opening it from the top. Just imagine how frustrated it is when attempting to open your backpack under the plane seat.

[@catilinvale4067]

I would’ve bought the updated Cotopaxi but they still haven’t added load lifters… otherwise it would be perfect!

[@ASVPXWolf]

These backpacks can fit under the seat for flights?

[@msgeen]

Anything larger than 30L is going to be a tight squeeze under the seat.

[@fromia1]

You are missing out on Pgytech backpacks. Really wish you pit their backpacks agains Peak Design backpacks.

[@user-iw8ub2gj5m]

I got a question, I have the nomatic travel backpack, it has the laptop sleeve that can lay flat, it promoted that if you open the laptop sleeve and lay it flat during a security check at an air port, you don’t have to remove it from the bag itself. But at jfk, and narita airport, I’m told I still have to take the laptop out and place it in another bin. Are there other airports that allow you to not remove the laptop and or tablet from the bag if the backpack can be layout flat like that?

[@brokeneggshells]

What’s the computer case at 8:01? Would very interested to see more of it.

[@RemusBuzatu]

Hi guys, can you please also review the Venture backpack from Solgaard pretty please ?

[@pamelaweaver127]

Love my Outdoor Vitals KOTA UL. Lightweight but very comfortable to carry.

[@Ed-qy1bg]

Cotopaxi on the thumbnail for the win!

[@craigo2142]

Would be helpful to give the dimensions as well as the weight.

[@michellelamm-faries3054]

Why do you never give reviews on the Duchamp Getaway Expandable Carry-On Backpack Suitcase? It does it all and more. You may or may not get paid commission from them, but it definitely a top ten contender!

[@pao_amanhecido]

peak is super heavy

[@stevegrimes5105]

'love my Aer2, I wish I had waited I could have had load lifters.

[@Xia-hu]

It's always the same expensive brands. there are others out there that are good...

[@AdrianoAdrianza]

Missing the Pakt travel backpack here in the list. Highly rated and probably better than the Aer

[@VolkerHelmich]

Pakt is not better. Sorry, pal

[@kpj5]

Missing north face Base Camp Voyager Duffel 32L

[@mariacayco5679]

Hello, can you review the brand called Veria Travel please? I think they are a new company and brand designed in New York. Thank you!

[@Mhadyourfriend]

What about Airback ?

[@ZZZZ-mkv]

The Osprey Daylite 45L duffel is the best travel bag I've ever had. It's dead simple, and roomy AF.

[@stevenlee3340]

What about. Pakt ??!

[@MarkPharaoh]

Surprised Pakt is not on the list

[@duckdrake]

Review six moon design travel backpack please

[@PackHacker]

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll pass it along.

[@michaelh6237]

Please review goods from Alchemy Equipment

[@brandongoss7381]

You guys slept on the pakt travel backpack…

[@gg-dv9vd]

No Dragonfly? :(

[@KristerAlfonso]

Had this big. Returned it. I hated the way the main compartment opened. Not really good for travel except for the weight.

[@gg-dv9vd]

@@KristerAlfonso That's where you're wrong homie! The dragonfly is like the perfect bag and literally one of the most popular travel bags so I have no idea what you're talking about. I've taken it to 6 different countries by itself so far and I love it.

[@KristerAlfonso]

@@gg-dv9vd only six countries. Wow… and it wasn’t perfect for me. Keep traveling to more countries and maybe I can take this comment seriously… 😒

[@PackHacker]

😳😳😳

[@gg-dv9vd]

@@KristerAlfonso 6 countries in 1 year literally living out of the bag. I feel like I'm pretty qualified lol

[@Khaiman111]

Help me settle this debate with my wife: Why is the backmost pocket called the front pocket??

[@erikaso_]

Because it doesn't go on your back, I guess? 🤣

[@Khaiman111]

@@erikaso_ I mean, so if I get pimples near my spine I don't tell the dermatologist they're on the front of my body, right? 😂

[@ScottThompson-dd5wg]

098 Funk Forks

[@sotonin]

The monos suffers from the same problem all hard shell wheely bags suffer from, cheap flimsy crappy wheels. They need to make them more like osprey so they last

[@irmond]

where i can buy your patch pack hacker ?

[@jeanneprice6736]

I never hear about Tom Bihn from you. Why is that?

[@VolkerHelmich]

There's your answer

[@jeanneprice6736]

@ what do you mean?

[@VolkerHelmich]

@jeanneprice6736 Joanna, what I mean is that they have reviewed TB before.

[@jeanneprice6736]

@@VolkerHelmich thanks

[@jonsoto]

Try ultimate direction 40l fastpack

[@SpiritOfAbsinthe]

Anyone knows about any roller bag that is under 1kg in weight when empty?

[@Jimmyhickey90]

Theres no way that Peak designs bag is 45l... do you volume test bags ever?

[@magen4il353]

NOMATIC

[@Laaadislav]

All the same bags all the time. You telling me that after thousands of bags, you choose PeakDesign?

[@jerry.berumen]

it's that good.

[@EDZYFY]

You’d be surprised if you worked in research how data seem to repeat over and over, change a little, and then go back to the original result. I know this because I am in the research industry. 😮‍💨 Peak design just outperformed every other bag in the market (based in Pack Hacker’s opinion and experience, of course.) That’s all. 😊

[@manueldelgado5336]

Man, they are not even the same bags. Same brands? Yeah, cause they stay on top. But they are new bags that came out this year, some.

[@oidokun]

Tom lookin sexy in this video

[@VolkerHelmich]

When did Suzie get so tatted? 😳

[@JF-ml1jg]

Am I the only one just tuning in hoping to see Lauren in them mom jeans?

[@ItsThatGuy1989]

The only true answer is the Mini MLC. Seriously though that thing can fit a deceptive amount and has everything one would want in a bag

[@PackHacker]

👀👀👀

[@d.nakamura9579]

Dunno about that. I just picked up the Tortuga Lite 40L travel backpack and there’s no way a Mini MLC is going to have as much capacity.

[@Kevinjimtheone]

Oh, look. Pretty much every single backpack costs $200 or more. I can understand having a couple of them at that price range, but most of them? Come on, man… And you don’t even include the updated Osprey 26+6. You need to start giving us more content in the below $150 price range. Backpack prices have gone completely out of control, and you are playing your role in it by promoting these price ranges as “normal”.

[@Kevinjimtheone]

@@VolkerHelmich that's a very unfortunate way of thinking. Just because I'm not going along with most of the backpack companies that post-2020 collectively decided to charge at least $250 for OKish backpacks, doesn't mean anything. Osprey has some pretty good backpacks for well under $250. Peak Design and Bellroy as simply using their "brand" to inflate their prices by $100 or more. I have an Osprey, btw. If I were to give $300 for a backpack, it would be for a custom-made one that I know the person who made them got the money, and not the middleman that poses as a "lifestyle" company (see Peak Design).

[@VolkerHelmich]

@@Kevinjimtheone Look pal, I have an Aer and an Osprey. I appreciate them both, but for different reasons. However, the Aer is in a different league in terms of construction and overall quality. You get what you pay for, fella.

[@Kevinjimtheone]

@@VolkerHelmich like I said, if I'm going to pay the money it takes to buy an Aer it'll be for a handmade custom backpack. That way, I will actually get what I'll pay for. I find the Aer as one of the most overpriced bags out there, but that's just my opinion. I've only traveled with an Aer for about two weeks.

[@VolkerHelmich]

@Kevinjimtheone Kelvin, I think you live in an alternative reality with respect to top notch backpacks. I too want my ideal, custom made backpack for a mere 280$. 😂 Ain't gonna happen, fella. 👎

[@tuskegee7294]

2nd 😊

[@ephraimminshew2859]

First

[@Julie-i5p]

Why are you not mentionning the brand HAIZE with the clamshell 38? Best backpack from France, guaranty for life !!!

[@Youdonthave2konw123]

where is the goruck

[@DaemonViews]

Stuck at the weigh in xd

[@Dracomies]

Pay $500 for a 500 lb backpack. Gorcucks are stupidly heavy and stupidly expensive.

[@deborahpowell3454]

Nice but I need something with anti theft. Thanks

[@Maverickgouda]

Any suggestions for insulated pouches? I’m normally a bit funny about leaving my backpack in the car with toiletries, first aid, etc in hot temperatures. I also went on my 1st hike last month. I had to dig thru my Kånken when it came time to reapply sunscreen & the bottles were a bit warm. Is there something small like 1 L, that might go on a carabiner and keep contents around “room temperature” in a hot environment?

[@0mfgeeze]

Check out thirty one thermal pouches