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When we started Knack, we focused on creating backpacks that freed people from carrying multiple bags at the same time. Since our launch, we’ve heard from hundreds of people who love our concept of One Bag Life® and who also give us great feedback on how we are doing. Their honest comments help us to continue creating game-changing products and customer service. Because we find reviews from Knackpackers to be so helpful, we thought we would share them with you as you think about whether One Bag Living is right for you.
Expandable Backpack Reviews
- Series 1: Large
- Series 1: Medium
- Series 2: Large
- Series 2: Medium
- Series 1: Small
- Convertible Duffel
- Sling Bag
Series 1: Large Expandable Knack Pack Product Reviews from Verified Customers
Put this bad boy to the test three days after I got it. Rain while training and documenting Marines at Quantico, this bag took it all like a champ. Travels well too. It fit my 16 inch and 14 inch MacBooks (both with rugged cases), my boxed Magic Keyboard, my Magic Mouse, my Canon Camera, a 28mm lens with case, my flash, my Joby mini tripod, 2 sets of news crew lav mics, a rode mic, and a toiletries bag. Anddddddd it wasnt even remotely full! I only filled up the front pockets and not the clam shell portion. The water bottle pocket was nice and fit my 18 oz. Brita waterbottle.
My only little whine is that it really should come with a waist belt and a thicker chest strap.
Gifted this bag to my husband and he absolutely loves it. Well made! Will purchase one for myself!
Very well made, looks terrific, the inside bright fabric makes it easy to find things and it's very comfortable. Loved mine so much I bought one for my husband for Christmas.
The back pack is well made and has great fit and function with the expandability.
Series 1: Medium Expandable Knack Pack Product Reviews from Verified Customers
I have become obsessed with my Knackpack Series 1!!! And NO, this is not a paid review. I saw an Instagram ad for this Knackpack when I was in the market 6 months ago for a laptop backpack that would hold my personal Macbook + work laptop + coffee tumbler + a few personal effects, without looking too bulky or masculine (I have a small frame at 5' and 100 lbs). Price was not too much of an issue, but I wanted to stay under $500, so TUMI was out of the question. I took a chance and ordered the Series 1 in Medium (black), cautious that I may have to exchange for a size up bec in the website photos, it looks a bit small... I didn't want to get the Series 2 bec I like all the pockets and organization far more in the Series 1, and Series 2 looked a lot bigger (vertically) in the photos. Do NOT let the size of the Series 1 Medium fool you. I have been absolutely blown away at the quality of this company!! Not only was the packaging so carefully thought of, it arrived quickly, and for a backpack that looks so small, it fits soooo much and never ever looks bulky. When traveling, it slides very easily under the seat in front of you. Oftentimes, I grab the essentials from my purse or tote and toss them in my Knackpack to be completely hands-free. One thing I really appreciate (besides all the pockets and org) is that the pocket for the tumbler is hidden away. I HATE those backpacks that expose the water bottle or tumbler and it's just floppin around as you're frantically running to catch a connecting flight lol. I'm a forever customer as long the quality remains this way!!
Note to the company: You guys are doing some really great work - thank you for this gem. :)
I'm almost 2 years in my knack pack journey. After extensive research, I reluctantly purchased this bag for work travel. 30-40 trips a year. This bag needed to hold 2/3 days worth as well as all my work gear and supplies. Not only does it still look brand new, I have never needed anything on the road as it has a place for everything. It's so good, I use 2 compression cubes and have ditched my suitcase all together. You'll never need another bag.
Perfect
I've been holding back on a review to test this one properly, but after about 18 months I can conclusively say - this is the best backpack I ever owned, and in terms of frequency of use - probably the best piece of gear of any kind I've bought, ever. In these 18 months, I've used my medium-sized Knack Series 1 to..
- Carry my laptop + my gym gear (shoes and a change of clothes) + books on gym days. Sleek and comfortable and looks better than most backpacks.
- Carry my laptop, several books, a smoothie bottle, the Knack water bottle AND 60m of climbing rope AND harness AND shoes, AND goggles AND swimsuit on climbing + swimming days
- Travel to Iceland, Africa, Middle East, and the West Coast - on trips ranging from 4 days to two weeks - always using the Knack as my only bag, carrying everything I needed for hiking AND working AND formal occasions.
- Everyday use, from meetings to shopping - obviously.
Only quibbles:
- The little pockets in the front compartment are quite unnecessary - who would put their credit cards there?
- Would be great to be able to purchase a detachable waist belt as well as a chest strap - when overloaded to the max, the pack does tend to chafe on the lower back.
- A rain cover would do wonders too, although so far the bag has been pretty elements-proof.
- And last but not least - PLEASE start delivering to Europe! The bag is the envy of half my UK friends and they'd be lining up to buy it if it sold here.
I am a student and have loved using this bag. I bike everywhere and that includes the grocery store. Being able to go directly from classes to the store, expand my backpack to fit all of my groceries, and continue on with my day has been a considerable time saver and incredibly convenient. I will never buy a daily backpack that doesn't expand now and I plan to stay with Knack!
Series 2: Large Expandable Knack Pack Product Reviews from Verified Customers
I began traveling a lot for a new job and my wife bought me the large expandable pack. I can carry a laptop, charging cords, and 4 days' worth of clothes (including a spare pair of shoes). The construction of this pack is incredible, and the convenience of not having to carry an additional roller bag is a gamechanger for me. This is one of those instances where you get what you pay for. Definitely recommend this product.
Perfect product for gym and work. More than enough room for overnight stays
I bought two backpacks, one for my daughter (Series 2) and one for her boyfriend (Series 1) when they graduated from college. Both of them have used the bags as they have traveled. She took it to Europe and found it very easy to travel with as her carry on-it contained all of her essentials for the flight and even the first few days of traveling. Her boyfriend used his on a trip to DC, where he shared that it had plenty of room for the days he was there.
The bags are sturdy, attractive and way roomier than seems possible. These bags are well worth the price, I would recommend this product and will be buying them for future gifts.
Ok
Material and ease of use could be better
LOVE love love this backpack! It is exactly what I was looking for; something to stay small and streamlined so I am not lugging this massive empty backpack around daily but expands into a legit suitcase-like storage should I need it. It has already saved my butt during travel as carry-on overflow. So many storage pockets and zippers and places to put this for maximum organization and also looks sleek, stylish and 'businessy' for meetings.
Series 2: Medium Expandable Knack Pack Product Reviews from Verified Customers
I like it i don’t have any complaints does everything I wanted it to lifes good
I like the pockets and expandability, but the straps tend to be a wee bit uncomfortable. The upper parts doesn’t lay flat on the shoulders and the lower part constrains and digs into my armpits. I haven’t tried it yet on a trip but I like the fact that I can dump the checked bag and go one bag.
This backpack I purchased was such a great product in a few aspects.
Although it’s in backpack style, the large compartment open side way, just like a regular luggage. And zipper to expanded to a larger capacity. So many compartments to hold just may type of items: from clothes, documents, all the way to laptop. It even includes a water bottle slot for carrying a bottle.
It’s such a great designed product with great quality. I simply love my backpack. I have replaced my carryon with this backpack ever since I got this bag. Simply because it got flexibility and capacity.
Love it and highly recommending it!
Pros
+ Zippers very easy to use and flow good
+ Materials are slick with a good feel
+ Colour matches what I saw on the screen
+ Quality seems to be good
+ Very good customer service when I screwed up my order
- Cons
- No pocket for papers (i.e. flat, accessible separate pocket)
- Both outer compartments have poor organisation since there is an uncloseable bottom pocket that things may or may not fall into, meaning you don't know where that thing you threw in ended up. Also the pockets are prone to folding when you stuff items in.
- Would have wanted to be able to move the key holder to another place
- Handle attached to lighter part when packed, means middle compartment will open itself (unless fully closed) when lifting the backpack and makes it difficult to hold the backpack with one hand while searching contents using the other hand.
- No fair trade / environmental certifications
I love this bag. The organizational capabilities of this bag are phenomenal, it has high quality materials, it fits under the plane seat even when completely filled, and has more space than I could have ever thought it would. I started to buy the large, but I'm happy I bought the medium because it was perfect for my trip. I do wish it came in brighter colors or at least more colors. The blue one was out of stock when I needed it so I got black, but would have preferred a different, brighter color.
Series 1: Leather Expandable Knack Pack Product Reviews from Verified Customers
Would have been a perfect solution for ODC and one bag travel except there is no quick access pocket which makes travel difficult on the plane, bus, etc when out of the country. Having to pull out the bag to open the main compartment is too inconvenient. Add that and you will certainly have close to the perfect bag!
Wonderful bag. This duffel was highly recommended by my two sisters who each have one also. I’m using it for the first time on my vacation and very impressed with how much I can pack in all the convenient places. Perfect under the seat carry on with all you need readily available for your in flight trip.
Carefully planned and designed, this goes everywhere with me. Even fully expanded, it fits under the seat of every plane I've had it on. Love the "secret" zippered compartment! Carries quite comfortably in backpack mode and clamshell style makes for easy access to items. Proven durability too. For me, this was by far the best value out there.
Pros:
• the ability to switch from laptop duffel bag to everyday laptop backpack is amazing.
• I love that I don't look like a hiker. style of the bag is very streamlined.
• Expandable option keeps me from carrying another bag for souvenirs coming home.
Cons:
• I wish the inside pockets was oriented more like a messenger bag than a backpack
• the inside pocket divider should be secured where the buckles are located. it was not very convenient when I had to stuff more items when the middle divider is already secured.
• I would like to have more pockets in the front zipper flap for quick access to important items.