Best Backpacks & Bags (2025)

Our top picks for backpacks & bags that combine quality, value, and user satisfaction.

#1 Pick β€” Backpacks & Bags

MATEIN Carry on Backpack for Men and Women

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The MATEIN Carry On Backpack is a convertible 40L travel pack for car-camping weekends, flights, and road trips. It expands to 45L, measures about 19 by 13 by 8 inches, and uses hideaway padded shoulder straps so it can be carried as a backpack or briefcase-style bag. Multiple compartments help keep clothing, toiletries, and small travel essentials separated when a duffel would turn into one large pile.

#2 Pick β€” Backpacks & Bags

Nike Unisex Adult Gameday Brasilia X Backpack (24L or 30L) | Mens and Womens

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The Nike Brasilia X Backpack is a 24L or 30L everyday pack for carrying a change of clothes, snacks, and essentials between the car, campground, school, gym, or trailhead. It is a practical day-use option rather than a technical hiking pack, so choose capacity based on how much family or activity gear you need to keep together.