Kånken Tote Backpack

I like the versatility of this bag, but there’s one big flaw. The side pockets are way too narrow! On a bag this size, those pockets should be able to hold a regular sized water bottle or an umbrella. These pockets are deep and narrow and I really can’t think of a thing you can put in them...totally useless. Otherwise, I like the bag. Don’t know if I’ll keep it or not.

I bought the mini version of "Kanken Tote Backpack" in black. I liked the idea of convertible. It's a cute weekend bag, but a few flaws. I'm unable to wear as a backpack. I've extended straps but still sits too high on the back. I'm 5 feet, normal build for reference. The side pockets are too narrow for water bottle. As a tote, it's fine. Probably going to return bc of the 2 functions I mention are useless.

TL;DR : Make the backpack straps adjustable and you have a 10-star bag. I had the mini totepack and found it too small for this over-packer, so I thought this would be perfect. Unfortunately, the straps are just too long; all of them. I could deal with the tote straps being a bit too long, but the backpack straps are too long for me also, which makes the bag pull away and down from my body, pulling my shoulders back (and also looking a little funny). I am not a large person, but I am not petite, either. I'm 5'3, ~140lbs, about 34C, and I have the shoulders of a small linebacker. If you're slightly larger than I am, this will be PERFECT. If you're smaller or a lot larger, I don't think you'll be too comfy if you load it up. The Rowan Red color (same as my mini - I really did LOVE that bag) is more of a tomato red or blood orange color, and it works surprisingly well with a lot of colors! Perfect 3-season color, IMO. I'm going to try to make this work for me (creative packing? IDK.) bevause I really do like this bag a lot. Fjallraven, PLEASE ADD ADJUSTERS TO THE BACK STRAP. BTW I love Kanken bags. I find the backpacks very comfortable, even when full, and they hold up well, though they DO show dirt a bit more than, say, material like a Jansport. They're stylish enough to not look like you're an overgrown child, but they're not too dressy for a sporting event or the zoo. You really can't go wrong with their Kanken line.

I bought this bag to use as a diaper tote especially since it zips at the top, the grey color is wonderful, the fabric seems water resistant and durable and is a great size. I absolutely fell in love the idea of tote to backpack conversion but unfortunately it sits very high and tight on both my husband and I. Maybe this conversion method would be great if you were on the very slim side it wouldn't be high or tight. If only they added an adjustable plastic glide buckle on the backpack strap with extra material i think it'd be the ticket. Side pockets are pretty narrow and long. Will only fit a regular 16.9 oz plastic water bottle. Will likely return.

I bought this tote bag because the viral ikea tote bag was sold out everywhere and let me tell you I think I dodged a bullet! This tote is very well made and spacious! I love the fact that I can turn it into a backpack if need be and it fits my laptop and iPad perfectly! I can this tote lastly me for many years! I would highly recommend getting one.

This is my second bag from this brand. I needed an everyday carry and I loved the idea of it being an actual tote but also with the backpack capability. It's perfect. it's the perfect size for me to carry my entire life in. But the it's also like so easy to change it from a tote to a backpack. The yellow color is GORGEOUS, its like carrying literal sunshine. I get so many compliments on this bag. definitely worth the price. huge huge fan.

I've always been a fan of Kånken bags. I have the backpack and two mini ones, and I love them all. I wasn't surprised to find that I'd love this tote as well! I find the versatility of this bag is very cool, and I do enjoy using it! The size is perfect -- it fits my 13" Macbook Pro along with my 12.9" iPad Pro and their chargers, and it could still fit a lot more items! I got this in the pink color, and it's quite a bright pink in my opinion. A very fun and eye-catching color, but I don't know if this is the right color choice for me personally. Either way, I'm still keeping it because I absolutely love this bag. I do think the straps could be a little longer when converted into a backpack, for it does feel a little tight sometimes and falls quite awkward on my back. But besides that, I don't regret my purchase and I definitely recommend!

Before purchasing, I searched all over the internet for reviews. Based on my findings from TikTok and YouTube, I found that it would be smaller than I expected- but I still went ahead and purchased it myself to give it a shot. I love the idea of it being able to transform from a backpack to a tote for my college life. But it is not just small, but extremely small for myself who is curvy and 5’10. I can’t wear it as a backpack because it is so tight and sits up on the back of my neck! The color (Navy) is pretty but not very extravagant. I can fit my 13in laptop but the bag opening is very small so getting it in and out is difficult. I would not buy again. I am going to use mine for traveling with a couple of books or so but it is in no way good for a college student with lots of necessities.

This tote backpack convertible is beautiful but it has one major flaw, the straps of the backpack are not adjustable and therefore unless you are very short and super skinny the backpack runs way to high making it uncomfortable. For reference I’m 5”5 and 188 I unfortunately will have to return it.

This bag is super easy to convert from tote to backpack. It is large enough to carry everything I need. Two things that could maybe be improved, the inside is not at all organized and so finding my stuff is difficult in the dark black interior. The straps are always flopping around and getting caught on things. I don't think there's a great fix for this because it is part of the reason why the bag is so easy to convert to backpack. I have found that a standard S'well bottle will fit in the side pockets. Larger water bottles will not, but the medium size S'wells do.

I have 2 backpacks a mini & a larger 1 I love this brand and the quality of their products so when I saw they had this tote I really wanted to see it in person it was way bigger and roomier than I expected I am VERY EXCITED about this bag can’t wait to have this for a very long time I got the black and the black is a true black! This bag is beautiful! <3

I just returned from a European vacation and used this bag as my carry-on because of its versatility. I was able to convert it as I needed -and it held two compact boosters for my toddler and older son as well as an umbrella and water bottle in the side pockets. There was still room to add a few small items like hand wipes, tissue/napkins, etc. When I didn’t need to haul my boosters, I would use it as my day bag as we did some sightseeing. It was fantastic and I can’t recommend it enough!