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What customers say:
Customers overwhelmingly praise these backpacks for exceptional durability and thoughtful organization. Reviewers consistently describe them as reliable, well-built companions lasting multiple years through heavy daily use, with many repurchasing identical models. The intelligent layout features numerous compartments, padded shoulder straps, and mesh pockets that keep supplies organized and accessible. Customers commend the comfortable, supportive design and high-quality construction. A few note the mesh water bottle pockets fail to hold bottles securely and request brighter color options. Despite minor drawbacks, most consider these backpacks outstanding long-term investments.
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October 2, 2026
Water bottle pocket
Used for: Casual or Every Day
The bag is nice and roomy but the water bottle pocket is terrible. Bottle falls out every day when my son gets out of the car. Also falls out going up and down the steps in sc
Delaware
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October 1, 2026
Side mesh pockets are too short!
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I am very sad that I cannot fit a normal sized water bottle on these side pockets. It falls out 100% of the time because they are too short and do not support the height. Very poor
Virginia
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September 30, 2026
Updated backpack
We updated an old backpack to this one for traveling purposes and the water bottle pocket! It's spacious, sturdy and practical. Will get another if this one ever wears out.
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September 28, 2026
High quality and durability
Used for: Casual or Every Day
As usual, LL Bean delivers with this sturdy backpack. We needed to upgrade to a larger pack once my son entered high school, and this pack is perfect. It's made really well and I
San Jose, CA
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September 27, 2026
Great item except for drink holder
Product has great pockets. My kid loves all the storage.
Deducting one star as 1) the mesh drink holder side pockets are too short to hold a normal size water bottle, 2) the pocke
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September 27, 2026
Great book bag
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Used by a middle school student that has a lot of things to pack in it. Great quality ! So far has held up to holding a heavy load and being thrown on the floor.
Clarks Summit, Pa
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September 24, 2026
Always the best
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Always the best! Huge - enough room for all the school things and then some. And iit will last forever. So happy with it!
NC
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September 24, 2026
Durable & holds a lot
Fantastic durable backpack holds a lot! Great for private school
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September 24, 2026
Good size
Massive volume makes it perfect for high schoolers. Sturdy construction and stain resistant materials. The only complaint is that dude mash pocket is too shallow for normal size wa
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September 22, 2026
Awesome Backback
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Plenty of room (fits Chromebook, lunch box, binders), durable, works great for my high schooler
North Carolina
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September 22, 2026
Horrible Water Bottle Pockets
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Backpack is large and fits all school items. I like the felt pocket for the phone. However, the water bottle pockets are horribly designed. Please correct this in new versions of t
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September 20, 2026
better than expected
I got this backpack for both of my teenagers, and they agree that this pack holds everything they need. It is big enough, but not too big and looks "pretty cool, better than expec
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September 19, 2026
Overall nice
I bought this backpack for my 4th grader in expectation it will be with him for several years. Overall the bag is nice and has plenty of space but the water bottle holder is so sha
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September 23, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
We're sorry the water bottle pocket hasn't met your expectations. A member from our team will reach out shortly.
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September 19, 2026
Not a bad backpack but side mesh pockets are bad
Used for: Casual or Every Day
For the most part our Super Deluxe Book Pack, 41L is a good backpack.
However, we have had issues with the side mesh pockets holding our water bottles. We have had this backpack
South Carolina
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September 18, 2026
Needs bigger side pockets
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I bought this a little over a month ago for my son. We love the inside features and the size overall. It fits his books, laptop and lunch perfectly. Unfortunately, the side pockets
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September 22, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
We appreciate your feedback about the side pockets. A member from our team will reach out to you shortly.
United States
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September 16, 2026
Adequate Backpack
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I honestly have loved LLBean backpacks since when I was a student, but I think LLBean needs to think about a redesign for today's student needs. The fabric is great. The compartmen
Maine
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September 15, 2026
Water bottle pockets need fixing
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I like the bookbag size and its durability. But we cannot get a water bottle to stay in the side
Pockets. My older daughter has an LL Bean backpack and we have never had that probl
Response from L.L.Bean
September 17, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. Your feedback is essential to us so we can improve the product and customer experience. We have submitted a customer comment on your behalf. Our product development team does review every comment that we receive and sometimes they do result in business changes, so thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts.
NC
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September 15, 2026
It has a lot of storing pockets
I bought this back pack a month ago 38 L a new design cause the old one is out of stock ? The back pack is a weird shape it looks way to big and bulky and not as comfortable as the
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September 15, 2026
Great except for side pocket
The backpack is great. Love the large size and that it fits all of the school essentials EXCEPT for he side mesh pockets are too small and do not hold a water bottle. Just a littl
Poughkeepsie, NY
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September 12, 2026
For travel and fits under the airline seat!
Used for: Travel, Hiking
I have this same style pack in red for many years and it’s still in great shape, but I got tired of the color. I love this new updated color so much! It’s gorgeous. I needed the up
West Virginia
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