CHARMORE Women Travel Backpack Anti Theft Rucksack Nylon Waterproof Casual Daypacks Lightweight Backpack

I bought this Charmore bag in Black/Large. I’ve had it since October 2019 and feel I can give a fairly accurate review. I was looking for a backpack I can use for my everyday commute, one that has a hidden back compartment so my belongings aren’t easily accessible to thieves. Function is what’s important to me, but I also wanted it to look chic. I asked more fashionable friends and they all liked the black color best.I had bought these bags in Gray/Large, Brown&Black/Large, Khaki/Medium, Brown/Medium to compare. I included photos of them. Although the photos online make them look structured, they are not. The material is a thin nylon similar to that of Longchamp bags, and the colored straps are somewhat metallic and woven like a seat belt. The seat belt look is less apparent in the Black bag. Something to note, the zipper direction for the front pocket is different depending on the bag, no guarantee which you’ll get.Before Covid-19, I was using this bag almost everyday during my commute. I even used it twice for travel. It’s roomy enough to fit everything I need and more. I have used it in rain and snow, and all of my contents stayed dry. That being said, I don’t know if it’s completely waterproof because it wasn’t a heavy downpour. Below are my comments on each pocket and what I use it for. The names in quotes are what the company named the pockets, as shown in one of the product photos.Front zipper pocketSmall, frequently-used non-valuables like lip balm and gum.Side pocketsOne for my water bottle/umbrella and another for trash until I can find a trash receptacle/ (receipts, food packaging, napkins, etc).“Document pocket” (far back pocket inside main compartment)This is where I put feminine products and tissues.“Keys/Glasses pocket” (pockets in front of far back pocket)This isn’t a good pocket for keys. It’s deep and narrow, making it difficult to easily access a set of keys. I put my sunglasses and pens in here. Anything long and thin works, but smaller items might get stuck at the bottom of the pocket and thicker items just won’t fit.“Phone” pocketI sometimes put my phone here, but lately I’ve been keeping my face mask in here for easy access. I also keep bandaids and spare hair ties here. When at the airport going through TSA, I’ve put my passport and phone in here for quick access.“Zipper pocket”This is where I store valuables like my keys and wallet. I put these here because they are less likely to get stolen in case someone decides to slash my bag. I always keep it zipped, so in case my bag is open, my important belongings won’t fall out.Main compartmentEverything else. I keep my phone here when the risk of my bag being slashed from the bottom is low. It also fits my portable phone tripod. I’ve put my 13.3” laptop (about 13” x 9” x 1”) in here, and it works but is a bit of a squeeze. In the fall and spring, I keep a light shawl in here.Likes:- anti-theft main compartment- has many pockets- water resistant nylon- black looks chic- good priceDislikes:- the straps look like seatbelts (not noticeable on black)Summary: Highly recommended for anyone looking for a cute commuter/travel bag that keeps your belongings secure. That said, just know they don’t exactly look like how they do online.

This bag is great! I used it for a 2 week trip to Europe. It held up very well. It did rain several times and none of my stuff got wet, though I usually had it under an umbrella so I can't fully attest that it is "waterproof." Looks really nice and fashionable, I got the black with brown. I saw two other women carrying the exact same bag during my travels.I got the large size and was able to fit a cosmetic bag of essentials, travel umbrella, water bottle, hat, sunglasses, phone with wallet case, and a light sweater. The outer pockets are great for the umbrella and water bottle. For extra security, I used an S-biner clip to keep the zippers together. I also took the strap off the top and clipped it around my waist in crowded spaces and on buses/trains so nobody could run off with it. The strap is also useful for clipping it around chair or table legs at cafes.I used the inside zipper pocket for my phone and money, and the outside zipper pocket for things I needed quick access to like coins and hotel key card. I will say it is a little tricky getting into the bag in a hurry because of the way it is designed. I had to fumble with it to present it for bag checks at museums.The straps were pretty comfortable, but I always had several layers on. I think that if I used it in the summer, the buckles would be digging into my arms a bit. I do wish that the backpack straps were detachable or could be tucked into a pocket or something. I didn't carry the bag on my shoulder very much so I'm not sure how comfortable that would be for any length of time.Overall, can't be beat for feeling secure at a low price!

Ok, so I spent a ton of time looking for a bag that would be good for travel in areas with high rates of pickpocketing. I wanted something that I could wear as either a backpack or a shoulder bag, and this one fit the bill.The pros:-It's a good size and fits a lot-It's a pretty color-The main opening is against your back, which makes it a lot more secure-The main pocket has a double zipper, so I used a clip to connect the zippers to each other, which would make it a little tougher to pickpocket out of.-It has side pockets for a water bottle, umbrella, etcThe cons:-The opening is an awkward shape, like an arch. You can fit a lot in the bag, but you have to kind of maneuver things through the weird opening. It's tricky.-The shoulder strap is too short. I wanted to be able to wear something across my body, not just on one shoulder, since across the body is a lot more secure. Thankfully, the strap is removable, attached with metal clasps, so I ended up adding some keyrings to both sides to make the strap longer. Kind of an odd solution, but it works!-The material. This is just a personal preference thing, so not a huge deal, but I'm not a fan of the look and feel of the "pleather." I would love if it came in a different material.I haven't really field-tested it yet, so I can't speak to how well it holds up over time, but there you go. Stupidly long review but hopefully someone finds it helpful!

I bought this when I was taking my brother's kids to the city. I wanted something I could toss some granola bars in as snacks, have my wallet and phone and tickets and etc., and feel safe with it on my back.Definitely fit the bill. To that end, it's kind of a pain in the butt to have to unzip because you have to take it off and kind of fiddle with it, but the side pockets were great for easily accessed hand sanitizer, etc.It fit less than I expected. I was hoping for a bit more space, but at the end of the day, this works. For the price, it really can't be beat!Easy to spot clean.Recommended.