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The best daypacks (under 35l), reviewed and curated by the Trailspace community. The latest review was added on May 28, 2023. Stores' prices and availability are updated daily.

user rating: 5 of 5 (5)
Osprey Talon 11
$100 - $140
user rating: 5 of 5 (5)
Deuter Futura 32
$175
user rating: 5 of 5 (4)
Patagonia Atom Sling 8L
$59 - $65
user rating: 5 of 5 (3)
Deuter Trans Alpine 30
$130 - $145
user rating: 5 of 5 (3)
Gregory Miwok 18
$70 - $109
user rating: 5 of 5 (3)
Osprey Sirrus 24
$140 - $180
user rating: 5 of 5 (3)
Mountainsmith Scream 25
$48 - $79
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (16)
Osprey Talon 22
$120 - $160
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (13)
REI Flash 18
$18 - $39
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (10)
Mountainsmith Bugaboo
$80
user rating: 5 of 5 (2)
Marmot Kompressor
$60
user rating: 5 of 5 (2)
Osprey Tempest 30
$140 - $190
user rating: 5 of 5 (2)
GoLite VO24
$39
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (6)
REI Flash 22
$60
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (4)
REI Trail 25
$80
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (4)
The North Face Recon
$69 - $109
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (3)
Mountainsmith Grand Tour
$100
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (2)
Matador Daylite16
$50
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (2)
Black Diamond Bbee 11
$45 - $59
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (2)
Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Day Pack
$34 - $44
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Cotopaxi Luzon 18L Del Dia
$55 - $60
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Osprey Axis
$54 - $90
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
DaKine Cosmo 6.5L
$17 - $39
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Mystery Ranch 3 Way Expandable Briefcase
$185 - $199
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Osprey Ultralight Stuff Pack
$30 - $45
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Osprey Hikelite 26
$88 - $130
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Osprey Nebula
$120
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
USWE Pow 16 Winter Pack / Daypack
$200
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Mystery Ranch Coulee 25
$123 - $188
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Exped Cloudburst 25 Dry Pack / Daypack
$60 - $79
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Black Diamond Magnum 16 Pack
$52 - $69
user rating: 5 of 5 (1)
Osprey Radial
$195
user rating: 4 of 5 (17)
Osprey Stratos 24
$140 - $180
user rating: 4 of 5 (17)
Osprey Daylite
$29 - $65
user rating: 4 of 5 (7)
Black Diamond Speed 30
$139 - $184
user rating: 4 of 5 (4)
Deuter Futura 30 SL
$175
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Deuter Speed Lite 20
$75
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Mystery Ranch Urban Assault 21
$84 - $139
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Mystery Ranch 2 Day Assault
$142 - $229
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Gregory Juno 30 H2O
$135 - $179
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
3V Gear Outlaw Gear Slinger
$46
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Mountainsmith Descent Small
$55 - $99
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Cotopaxi Inca 26
$125 - $130
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Gregory Jade 28
$127 - $169
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Patagonia Black Hole Pack 25
$35 - $419
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Gregory Zulu 30
$120 - $169
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
Osprey Talon Pro 20
$200
user rating: 4.5 of 5 (1)
L.L.Bean Approach Travel Pack 30L
$129
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Recent Daypack (under 35L) Reviews

rated 5 of 5 stars
Osprey Hikelite 26

Best daypack I have ever owned. Lightweight, roomy, durable, and comfortable. I have been using the Osprey Hikelite 26 every day for about three years (about 6000 km) and it is definitely the best all-round daypack I have ever owned (and I have owned lots). I have used it for commutes, hiking, and international travel and it is has been great for all of these. Fit and Comfort This pack is super comfortable even with a resonable load (say 8 kg). Put it on and the load disappears. It has a minimalist… Full review

rated 4 of 5 stars
Klattermusen Delling 30L

An interesting full featured pack with some unique features, weighing 28.8 ounces.         Straps allow for cinching tight and compression, and assist with waterproofing Pix came out unable to read: I love this tag! Reads: “ Adventure is the tightrope between danger and safety. Adventure is necessary for life and nature is life itself. This is why we make equipment that maximize your safety and minimize your ecological footprint.”    Too small and mesh allows for wetting Ability to attach… Full review

rated 4 of 5 stars
K9 Sport Sack Plus 2

Robust, well-constructed backpack for those of us who want to include our furry friends in our outdoor activities.  Like many of us I’d like to include my dog when I hike, however she is limited with the amount she can do, both because of her size and she is starting to get older. The K9 Sport Sack Plus 2 lets you bring your furry friend along for the experience and also carry a few essentials such as water and snacks with a detachable pouch. Now don’t get me wrong, carrying Fido plus said… Full review

rated 5 of 5 stars
Mystery Ranch 3 Way Expandable Briefcase

For the outdoor professional who is compelled to appear as, and travel like, a professional, this "briefcase" is the perfect shoulder bag for meetings. The terminology: The "3 way" aspect of this bag is that it has storable shoulder straps, allowing it to be worn as a backpack, like a kid on their first day of school, grab handles for when you want to carry it like a briefcase, like a grifter about to make the exchange, and a shoulder strap for when it is worn on a shoulder or across the body, like… Full review

rated 3.5 of 5 stars
Hikpro 002 33L

This is a budget foldable daypack that is spacious and organized. It is best for urban travelers who don't care about suitcase weight, but do care about suitcase size (ex. most air travelers). Fit: The pack is essentially a sack, so fit doesn't matter. Comfort: Not comfortable with heavy loads, but otherwise adequate. This pack is comfortable when used properly. It has non-padded shoulder straps that tend to twist under heavy loads. Additionally, the back panel is unpadded, so you need to pack… Full review

rated 4.5 of 5 stars
Gregory Zulu 30

A high-quality, supportive, and organized daypack. It is loaded with extremely well designed features, such as an adjustable backpanel, secure and easy to reach bottle pockets, and a rain cover pocket. It is best for day hikers that pack a lot of gear and prioritize comfort and features.  Fit: Fits slender males well. The pack fit my 30-inch waist well. The back would fit most people well, with several inches of adjustability. Comfort: This pack is breathable and supportive,  contributing to great… Full review

rated 5 of 5 stars
USWE Pow 16

The Pow 16 is a specialized winter alpine pack for skiers/snowboarders. It is designed to hold avalanche gear, skis/board and features a CE-Certified full back protector. The pack uses the magic of Swedish engineering to keep your drinking tube thawed in sub-zero temps. The USWE POW makes bold claims and lives up to them all. Your new best ski partner. I'll save you the reading and say this; buy this pack. Do you ski or snowboard in front or side country? Need to carry your plank(s) uphill occasionally? Full review

rated 4 of 5 stars
REI Trail 25

Great basic daypack, large enough to carry all the essentials plus lunch. Would buy again. Hiking with this pack over the last year it has been through quite a bit. It has slid down rock slabs and knocked off a couple ledges and shows no real signs of wear (the spilled soy latte stain is the most noticeable wear).  The included rainfly has been used on numerous occasions and is sized very well for the pack, kept all my gear dry every time. Side bottle pockets can hold a 1 liter Nalgene so plenty… Full review

rated 5 of 5 stars
Mystery Ranch Coulee 25

Indestructible, adjustable, and crazy comfortable daypack that falls under Buy Once - Cry Once. I'd heard of Mystery Ranch packs, which are manufactured in Bozeman, Montana, but always thought they were way too heavy for backpacking and maybe a little more geared to the hunting/survivalist/outdoors work market. But I wanted a daypack that would handle heavier loads for winter, some lash options, and could maybe work for a super light overnight with minimal  gear. In doing a search I ran across… Full review