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What customers say:
Customers overwhelmingly praise the backpack for its roomy design, multiple compartments, and sturdy construction with padded straps and quality zippers. Many highlight excellent organization for school books, laptops, and daily essentials, describing it as ideal for students and commuters. Long-term users appreciate the durability and reliable build quality. However, some customers report the top strap and handle failing prematurely, with concerns about narrow strap construction under moderate weight. A few mention minor design limitations like a narrow main compartment opening. Despite these issues, most customers consider it a dependable choice.
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September 16, 2026
GREAT FEATURES
I BOUGHT THIS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT SHE LOVES IT JUST THE RIGHT SIZE FOR ALL HER SHCOOL SUPPLIES.
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September 13, 2026
Love,Love,Love It!!!
Used for: Casual or Every Day
My son loves his Backpack!!! He loves how roomy and stylish it is!!! I will be purchasing me a backpack as well!!!
Chattanooga, Tennessee
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September 9, 2026
Poor quality for the price
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I really love LL Bean products but this pack is just not up to the standard I associate with their brand. Just like other commenters, the top strap broke within a few days and I ne
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September 4, 2026
Perfect size
Purchased this for my daughter’s freshman year in college —Perfect for college kids & younger kids alike!
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September 4, 2026
Poor construction
The top strap has broken already we would like a replacement
Response from L.L.Bean
September 8, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We apologize for the issue you encountered. A member of our team will be in touch to help resolve this.
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August 28, 2026
I bought this for my Granddaughter. She picked it out and the color is just what she wanted. Also roomie enough for all her supplies for school. I know it will last several years a
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August 13, 2026
Great backpack
Bought for school. Has many compartments. Great bag.
NC
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August 12, 2026
Broken Loop
Used for: Casual or Every Day
My daughter used this for a week and the stitching has come apart in the top loop. L.L Bean used to be one of the most durable backpack brands. I'm disappointed.
Ridge Spring, SC
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July 10, 2026
Not Accurate Color
Used for: Casual or Every Day
The actual backpack color does not match the color shown on the in the listing, and it’s not about my computer screen settings because I ordered another product that is true to the
Chattanooga, Tennessee
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June 27, 2026
Hanging loop ripped off after first time ise
Used for: Travel
I bought this pack to use as an airplane carry-on, and after my first trip, the handle ripped completely loose on one side, and frayed on the other. It wasn’t overloaded, I had 2 n
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May 8, 2026
Top strap ripped after month of use
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Believe the other reviewers. The shoddy top-strap construction is not an anomoly, ours ripped after a month of normal use. We have had L.L. Bean backpacks that have lasted for year
Response from L.L.Bean
May 12, 2026
By L.L. Bean Customer Service Team
We are sorry to hear the top strap ripped. If you're dissatisfied with an item, you can return or exchange it within 1 year with proof of purchase in most cases. A member of our Customer Service Team will reach out to you.
Los Angeles, CA
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May 6, 2026
Very Disappointing
Used for: Travel
The stitching on a shoulder strap and the seams of the straps were poorly constructed. Day one of trip and the tearing began by the time I reached my destination the strap foam cus
Buffalo, NY
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May 3, 2026
All Good Except for the Top Strap
I purchased this as a grocery shopping bag. It holds a massive amount of groceries & leaves my hands free to carry other bags. The only downside is that the top strap is quite narr
Budd Lake, NJ
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May 3, 2026
Love it!
Love the color and holds drinks well. Like the big si3!
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April 17, 2026
Top strap ripped off within two months
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I was disappointed that the top strap ripped off so quickly. We will be returning and buying a different brand because I don’t have confidence this problem won’t happen again with
Alexandria VA
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April 15, 2026
All round good bag
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day
It’s a great backpack for on the go! Have been using it as my work backpack and I love it so far, it’s super sturdy and has so many pockets!!
Florida
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April 4, 2026
Strap at the top tore out.
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I bought this for my grandson to use for school. It has lots of great features! He really likes it. Unfortunately, the first day he used it, the strap at the top tore off on one si
Stockton NJ
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April 2, 2026
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I use the backpack daily. Fits everything from my lunch pack to laptop. It’s great!
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March 18, 2026
cheap
Used for: Casual or Every Day
It arrived with bad stitching on a shoulder strap and the carry handle ripped a week later.
I understand that this is a low-end pack but, for LL Bean, they need to get rid of this
Response from L.L.Bean
March 20, 2026
By L.L. Bean Customer Service
We're so sorry this happened. You can return items to us within one year. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you soon.
Houston,TX
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March 16, 2026
32 liter backpack
Used for: Travel
Works as advertised. Zippers could be made more ruggedized. Inside pouches should be widened a bit. For the price, a good choice.
Virginia
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