In-depth Review: Tomtoc Crossbody EDC Sling Bag 11 inch - The Perfect Size?

An in-depth review of the Tomtoc Crossbody EDC Sling Bag 11 inch - we take a look at the pockets, organisation, materials, demo load up and final verdict. Tomtoc Compact Sling Bag, is a Minimalist Chest Shoulder Backpack Crossbody Bag for 11-inch iPad Pro 2021 with Keyboard Water-resistant Lightweight Casual Daypack for Tactical Travel Work Sport.
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Contents
0:00 - Intro
0:24 - Size
0:35 - Weight
0:46 - The Strap
0:55 - Build Quality and Materials
2:14 - Pocket Run Through
3:08 - Extra Features
4:22 - Main Compartment
6:25 - Demo Filling of Bag
9:28 - Overall Final Thoughts
Thank you to Tomtoc for providing the bag for me to review. Disclaimer, this review is my own words and Tomtoc has not had a say in my thoughts and opinions in this video.
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[@MarlonKingShow]

What EDC do you currently have?

[@BarbedHawk]

This is a terrific EDC bag, I have a couple of their laptop cases as well, so trust them when it comes to quality. I've got several bags for different uses, but was looking at something a little smaller, though not too small, something just to fit in my essentials; packable jacket, water bottle, powerbank and some snacks and this has been the perfect size for it all. I love that they have a bottle holder as well inside the bag, rather than outside, perfect idea for a sling and also won't move around inside the bag either.

[@MarlonKingShow]

Nice one, yeah have defo been impressed with the quality of their bags (got 2 so far). Nice to have the different size options available for different needs.

[@MiscerVids]

I have their canvas laptop case for my MacBook. I love it and I'm super inpressed with the quality. That's why I'm considering this bag if that same quality carries over

[@giojo01]

I have this bag and i absolutely love it. Material is outstanding and its very comfortable to wear.

[@MarlonKingShow]

Its great right. Comfortable and stylish

[@DeutscherOfficial]

The best video review for Tomtoc A54! Thank you very much.. I'll order it tomorrow.

[@tomweber694]

Thank you for the thorough review on this bag!

[@MarlonKingShow]

No problem at all 😎

[@Vasharan]

I was cross-shopping this with the Bellroy Sling (7L), and I'm glad I ended up getting the Bellroy, because this looks a lot larger than what I wanted. The Bellroy will fit a 10" Android tablet (I use it for my 10.5" Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e), but just _barely._ It won't fit an 11" iPad Pro or 10.2" iPad. However, it's also noticeably smaller than the Tomtoc 7L, and collapses even further when only lightly laden, making it more versatile for light carry days. The Tomtoc was very tempting, though, because it was 2/3s the price of the Bellroy, so it's definitely a contender if you don't mind the bulk. Downside: the 7L Tomtoc is not available in the handsome Gray that the 4.5L can be had in.

[@MarlonKingShow]

Its always a tough choice with EDCs i normally use the compact for my daily, but I don't need to carry the big tablet with me every day. Bellroy look like nice bags but haven't tried any, would be interested to know if they are well padded to protect the tech inside as a lot of the time from what I have seen they don't like its very thick material.

[@Vasharan]

@@MarlonKingShow There is padding on the back of the Bellroy Sling 7L, but not on the front. The bag is made of a close-weave nylon called Baida Nylon, seems pretty durable and tough wearing so far, feels like waxed canvas. It does look like the Tomtoc is more padded overall. There is also a Bellroy Sling Venture (which has waterproof zippers), and the Bellroy Sling Lite, which rolls down small for transport. The Bellroys are definitely lacking in internal organization, but this can be a plus, because they can also accommodate bulky items in the main compartment if needed. Planning a long trip, and for the airport, the Sling 7L carries my 10.5" Samsung tablet, sony over-ear headphones, power bank, passport, phone and keys, basically everything in a single bag I can take off at the metal detector. Out on the town, it carries a rolled up rain shell, phone gimbal, phone, and wallet. It also flattens down to a pretty slim profile when lightly loaded. The main thing I would change for a v3 (current revision is at v2) is to move the sunglasses compartment from the back wall (where delicate items can get crushed against your back) to the middle or front divider. Everyone has different EDC needs, so I appreciate your reviewing options for us viewers, thanks for the video!

[@MarlonKingShow]

@@Vasharan ​ Thanks for all the info on Bellroy, sounds pretty decent to me. In fairness I think there are some great options out there at the moment quality wise, its just finding the right, design and interior layout that works best for the individual.... which is defo the tough part. I literally watched so may reviews myself before getting my first tomtoc and there wasnt much content on them at the time, so was a bit of a gamble, that worked out well, so its nice to be able to share my experience with the bags.

[@davidbergewaytogo]

Nice review! I use my beloved Timbuk2 Command medium to carry my stuff to work, but I was looking for something more practical and smaller for EDC, running errands, etc. This might be it! I used to carry everything I needed in my pant pockets, but in my late 40s, I really to start carrying some reading glasses whenever I leave home… so yup, that 7L Tomtoc sling looks like a must buy!

[@davidbergewaytogo]

I had this bag, it is very well made and practical, however I could not get used to the super large strap that is sewn in the middle of the bag... If you have heavy stuff in it, it will pull the bag down on your back pretty much all the time. Like someone asked below, yes, that is the A54 that is being reviewed. I decided to go with the H02 model instead, in the 11" / 7 L format. The straps are much more like a typical messenger bag, so you can wear it crossbody but the bag won't sag. I hope this can be helpful to some of you!

[@cynthiafrench7465]

I think what you have reviewed here is the Explorer-A54 Crossbody Sling Bag, not the Crossbody EDC Sling Bag. Am I wrong?

[@alexdesevilla9554]

great review

[@MarlonKingShow]

Many thanks 😎

[@pierreazema]

Hello and thanks for the review. Is it ok for and IPad Pro 12.9? Thanks

[@Rich_EDC]

Just got the bag and love it. My only worry is the material if it's durable especially the outer pocket. Not the if it's Cordura like their other bags would you know?

[@ab-uh3zl]

Cool video love this bag review as I have been struggling on my decision on which bag to buy. Could you please include the cons of the bag as well that k you

[@MarlonKingShow]

Have you seen my other video on the smaller tomtoc bag yet? My cons with the bigger one, are quite simply, its not a rucksack, so it doesn't expand out if you want to put a jumper in there for example, and sadly no water bottle holders on the outside. But this bag was designed to look cool, and not expand so you have that fixed size and dont over fill. In many ways same with the smaller one, which I generally use as my daily. Both cool, but if I was travelling for more than a day, I would go for a normal rucksack style that had more flexibility. Hope that helps? Really down to your individual needs.

[@yourpcmd]

I don't know if you got a review sample, but this sling does not have the attachment strap on the shoulder strap.

[@MarlonKingShow]

I would suggest to reach out to tomtoc direct, they generally seem very helpful.

[@edcAdventures.]

Hi! Do you reckon if it can also fit a dslr camera along with an 11 inch tablet?

[@MarlonKingShow]

Heya, might be pushing it, probably could do if the lens isn't too big. But little room for other things as the bag doesn't stretch out. also not sure on how well padded the screen on tablet would be as it's not designed as a camera bag, there is thin padding, more than just material but not huge to protect from sharp items. Hope that helps, if its just on occasion I'm sure it would be okay, but probably not best as a long term solution

[@edcAdventures.]

@@MarlonKingShow thanks! Appreciate the response

[@Oxoxox420]

Great review! Any chance it would fit the 12.9 iPad Pro?

[@MisterKN]

Yes no worries so long as you put it in the laptop section

[@nebo23]

Wondering if this will fit the 11 inch ipad + the case bag of steam deck and a 20000mah power bank as well as some cables. Great Video!

[@MisterKN]

Fits a 12.9 inch Ipad 😊. Tested it. No issues at all

[@MisterKN]

Fits a 12.9 inch Ipad 😊. Tested it. No issues at all

[@TonyDehnke]

Too bad it doesn't have an external water bottle sleeve. Would be way more useful than the loops on the sides. Nice review though.

[@MarlonKingShow]

Thank you. Yeah I would have liked that too, but these are meant to be a bit more designer ish, and, every other rucksack on the market has one so I guess it is what it is. Cant fault otherwise

[@nivektek2681]

nice review..Can be Any Bose or Sony Headphones with case please?if not fit what your suggestion brands of sling bags or backpack can be fit both ipad 9.7 and bose or sony headphones with case please?

[@phuocletan6877]

I'm looking for the best shoulder bag to fit the 11-inch iPad Pro M2. Please advise me the most beautiful type as well as the most suitable color for men. May I ask if in the future the 11-inch version will be upgraded to the M3 processor or only for the 12.9-inch version? If I use it for a long time and take it everywhere, should I choose 11 inch or 12.9 inch is the most suitable?............. Sling bag for young

[@LIFADxRammstein01]

Hey! I'm curious about the attachment straps. How to I attach something onto it? Do I need specific straps or something? Thank you very much!

[@MarlonKingShow]

Heya - for the attachment straps you need to use something like a Carabiner Clip, you can get different sizes, you would need a bigger one to go around that strap, but i have had a water bottle hanging before which works out well if you have packed it out.

[@kriszamora]

That compact camera bag you have , where can I get that at ?

[@thereefster]

The space grey mini in the beginning is 8 or 11 inch?

[@MarlonKingShow]

The space grey one was the compact (8 inch)

[@MistikHD]

Hi ! Can this bag support thé iPad Pro 11,9 ?

[@Maca475]

Im a female. This sling size gets a bit too heavy for me to wear as a sling, specially when I have the bad habit of packing it full. Id really have this bag size hanging as a small backpack with two shoulder straps. However, I guess its quite adequate for men.

[@MarlonKingShow]

Heya, Agree if you fill it to the max it can get heavy on one shoulder. Equally I would have loved an outer bottle holder. By the same token, the main difference between this and a rucksack is the two straps. So this is probably considered one of the bigger sling bags you would get. Still think it looks smart though. If you have any alternative recommendations please let me know 🙏🏻

[@dakidcalledl]

How many slings do you think one should own?

[@MarlonKingShow]

I would personally aim for one main as your daily... whatever your daily looks like. Rucksacks are more versatile for longer travels but less stylish so having one big/small is a neat combo if your situation varies

[@agdst]

Did yours came inside of a plastic? I recently bought mine and it came without any wrapping to protect the bag

[@MarlonKingShow]

I believe mine did, perhaps they are reducing plastics these days. Did yours just come in a box then?

[@agdst]

​@@MarlonKingShowThere was no plastic or box; it arrived in just the Amazon plastic bag. At first, I thought it was a return from another customer, but it seemed pretty new

[@JP-be9cx]

Can the tablet sleeve fit a Samsung Galaxy tab S8+?

[@MarlonKingShow]

Not sure on the dimensions of that tablet but given this supports an 11 inch tablet, assuming s8 is smaller than 11 inches should fit.

[@nivektek2681]

Sony XM5 or Bose 700 with Case Can be fit in that bag together ipad 9.7 please?How many liters of the bag please?Where Can Buy online or actual stores please?How much please?Can be fit also water bottle any size and shape please?

[@666johnpaul]

Did you find out re Sony xm5? Thanks

[@mertozsoy1277]

Which is better 8 or 11

[@MarlonKingShow]

Depends on what you need to take. I use the smaller one on my day to day. As in, nip to shops, to a friends, to the pub etc. I use the 11 for day trips, pack camera, need bigger tablet, or more stuff with me. So, I use the compact more.

[@mutluaknn]

İpad 12.9 inç için uygun mu

[@tnetroP]

I have a 13" Lenovo tablet and it won't fit. So I assume the IPad of that size won't either. But Tomtoc now sell a slightly larger version of this exact backpack designed for a 14" MacBook. So maybe look at that bag.

[@doubletrouble-cv4ow]

Why does no one recognize that the thumbnail is a meme?

[@MarlonKingShow]

😂

[@albertreade7607]

What model oF wallet is that

[@MarlonKingShow]

It's by a brand called Akielo. Found it on amazon mainly because it was RFID blocking. Here is my affiliate link: amzn.to/404PElu

[@albertreade7607]

That’s a sick wallet I’m going to buy it but does it have a middle compartment for cash ? You should review it