YOREPEK Large Backpack for Men, Extra Large Laptop Backpacks for Men Women, Water Resistant Travel Backpack Airline Approved Business Work Bag Fits 17 Inch Computer, Black

ElleUnited States

3+ years later, this backpack is still going strong

I've had this backpack since 2019 and I've taken it to quite a few places. The first time I ordered it, the zippers immediately broke so I was sent a replacement, but I haven't had any issues since. The zippers, mesh, pockets, etc. all are running very smoothly, even though I'm a chronic over-stuffer. In the beginning of 2019, I packed this backpack and took it to Europe for about three months. It was my only luggage as I traveled cross-country via bus and plane, hostels and hotel rooms. Conclusion? This thing is HEFTY and can fit a lot of stuff. Over the years, I've used it as my carry-on luggage for what amounts to maybe 30-40 trips now, and I also use it for short local weeklong trips, too. When it's overstuffed, it's too big to fit below the seat, so I mostly used it as an upper bin bag. It's slammed along the bottom of over a dozen bus carriages, trekked through wet, humid, and dry conditions, and it still looks great. I'd say it's even stretched out a few inches over the years. Here are a few things you should know: - I wore this as I walked the misty, rainy streets of Edinburgh and the clothes inside remained dry. - I've had to run to catch planes in-between quick layovers, sweating as I raced to catch my plane, and the straps have excellent wicking capabilities, because it's never smelled. There is a clamshell backing compartment that opens completely flat which is great for electronics. For me, it fits all of this: -12.5" Dell laptop -11" MacBook with padded holder -A paperback book or 1-2 magazines - 8" tablet reader I can also sometimes cram my laptop fan, but sometimes not, if I pack too many clothes. That compartment is about 2.5" W x 17"H closed. Frankly, it doesn't have a lot of give, so I try not to add additional items to that side. -There are two pockets in the side that have zippers, usually I add water bottles here, but you could also add shoes or dirty socks inside the zippered areas. -The largest compartment measures around 6.5" W x 16" H, though it has stretched out over the years. Here's a sample of clothes I can pack here when rolled them; rolled and wrapped a measuring tape around each piece of clothing to get the diameter, then measured the height (before I squish it all together): -1 pair of sweat pants 10" x 4" -1 sweater 9" x 3.5" -2 pairs of pants, one at 11" x 4" and 10" x 3.5" -1 sweater dress at 10" x 6" -1 pair of tights at 5" x 3" -1 sweater at 11" x 6" Then a packing cube with various undergarments (3 pairs of socks, 3 pairs of underwear) and two long-sleeved shirts at 11" x 4.5" -And that leaves an empty space for more at 7" x 5" I put a few pairs of socks and a Google Nest in, but it's still not packed snuggly. -Then there's an additional flap, where I usually add a small toiletry bag with soap, shampoo, toothbrush/toothpaste, etc. -There's another small clamshell pocket where you can put pens, and there's a key ring so your keys don't get lost inside your bag. -There's an additional zippered pocket where I put my passport and extra TSA locks. There are straps on each side that I've pre-measured out so that if I want, I can fit the bag under a domestic airline seat. With all of the above mentioned, there's room to spare for a few more things. Instead of adding toiletries to the end pockets, they would fit at the top of the pack and make it nice and snug. Enough clothes for 3-7 days, easily, depending on what you pack. -And to the handle, I'll usually wrap a scarf and neck pillow, or a jacket for the flight. And here are your caveats: -The more you pack those two deep pockets (clothes and electronics), the less space you'll have to pack anything else in the extra pockets. -If packing for underneath a seat, you can't have much in any of the other pockets or side mesh holders. -The bag is designed so you have to put some things in each of the two large compartments, you can't just fill up the larger one with clothes. It will gap and you'll find you're wasting space. -The straps are very thick and not particularly comfortable, especially when the bag is full, for a smaller frame like mine (5'3"). Recently, I'm entertaining the idea of switching out this backpack because of my own back lol. I need to downgrade to a rolling checked bag and get a smaller, lightweight backpack for my electronics since I WFH now and need to bring a bit more gear than I used to. But I continue to take this pack when I'm spending the night somewhere for a few days, and I would definitely consider taking it on a short trip if I didn't need to bring my work equipment. Maybe I'll come back in a couple of years and let you know how I'm using it at that time!

BreannaUnited States

Great Backpack!

I got tired of having multiple bags and purses that I was lugging around, this is the exact thing I was looking for. I like having 1 bag for everything and having it organized and this backpack gives it to me. In the laptop compartment I have; a college ruled large notepad, a weekly appointment planner, and a 36 pack of colored pens in the laptop holder. The compartment also has a mesh pocket which I haven't needed to use yet. The second compartment I treat as my main compartment. So far it has held; 1 (full) large glass rectangular food storage container, 1 (full) medium glass square food storage container, 1 (full) small rectangular glass food storage container, 1 day's worth of clothing (undergarments, shirt, pants, socks), my MPOW wireless headphones in hard case, my portable battery pack, and my Oontz Angle 3 Ultra speaker. And it didn't even struggle to close! There is also a zippered pocket in the compartment which I have yet to utilize. The third compartment I have used to carry a spare set of shoes or anything I may pick up while I am out and about. It does get restricted when the 2nd compartment is full, but still has plenty of space. There is a small zippered pocket on the front of the 3rd compartment, it has held; 1 deodorant, 1 bottle of perfume, 2 rx bottles, a wall port/fast charging cable, and a few granola bars quite easily. The compartment on the bag is in the very front. I treat this as my "sundry goods" area. It is currently holding toothbrush/paste/floss picks, hand sanitizer, hand lotion, make up, pens, face wipes, travel size perfume, bug deterrent wipes, compact mirror, tissues, and a set of gloves. There are 2 "drink" holders, I put this in quotation marks because it's also held a small umbrella and my portable speaker before as well as a few drink containers. There are two zippered pockets above the drink holders and I have yet to use them as they are quite narrow. Though they are deep, it fit my entire hand when I was checking it out. As far as wearing it goes, even when I've had it stuffed full, it is comfortable on the back and shoulders. My only complaint is, that as a woman (who isn't particularly busty) the straps are quite large as they come over the shoulder and towards the chest. It causes the straps to cut into my chest uncomfortably if I need to move my arms in front of me for any reason. This isn't a huge deal as 90% of the time I don't have my arms in front of my body, but it makes standing on public transportation an uncomfortable ride when you have to hang on to something for balance. To sum up, this really is a great bag! Loads of space for EVERYTHING you may need to bring with you. Is comfortable to wear, and durable too!

BargainhunterxUnited States

Nice Ogio alternative

A solid, lower-cost alternative to the much more expensive OGIO backpacks. This is a great option for business travelers thanks to its strong storage capacity and generous space for larger devices and accessories. I typically travel with a laptop, an external monitor, and a tablet, and still had room left in the laptop compartment. The main compartment is large enough to effectively replace a carry-on, making it easy to get through a week of travel with just this backpack. For conferences or events, I’d still pair it with a smaller daypack since this is noticeably larger than a standard backpack. It has the look and layout of an OGIO-style laptop bag, but it doesn’t quite match the same level of durability. It’s close, but I’d recommend it for someone who handles their gear with care. Even at a low price point, I wouldn’t choose it for younger kids or even middle or high school students since it likely won’t hold up to heavy daily use the way an OGIO bag would. After years of using OGIO backpacks, those tend to last significantly longer and take more abuse. This one just doesn’t feel like it would reach that same level of longevity, so it really comes down to the user and how it will be used. One other note: the side pockets and mesh areas are somewhat limited compared to what I’m used to. Larger tumblers, like 20 oz or 30 oz bottles, don’t fit as comfortably since the pockets don’t stretch much. Standard water bottles fit fine, but there’s less flexibility overall. If you’re buying this as a gift, just be sure you’re choosing it for someone who will be fairly careful with their backpack.

JasKrauUnited States

Sturdy daily driver with plenty of room for a 16-inch laptop

I’ve been using this daily for work and it has handled everything I’ve thrown at it so far. My main requirement was finding something that could comfortably fit a 16-inch laptop without it being a tight squeeze, and this bag has more than enough clearance for it. The build quality is impressive—the straps and zippers feel heavy-duty and like they won't fail after a few months of commuting. Beyond the tech storage, there’s enough interior volume that I can pack my lunch and other gear without the bag feeling overstuffed or bulky. It’s a functional, no-nonsense backpack that stays organized and feels solid on your back even when it's fully loaded. If you're carrying a larger laptop and need extra room for daily essentials, this is a reliable choice that seems built to last.