Antler - Reviews and experiences

Honestly, this bag is my go-to — glad I picked it. Needed something after a rough move and a sore back, so lightweight straps and neat pockets won me over. Colours are nice, fits daily stuff, a tad snug sometimes.

Bought this because the pockets looked great. Feels sturdy and fits my stuff — water bottle slot is actually useful. Was skeptical about the light bottom fabric; sure enough it shows dirt fast. Wish that was in the description. Still, decent value on sale.

zippers, pockets and the look are spot on, and I was actually surprised by a clever hidden pocket. But the shoulder padding is thin, not enough for long walks with heavy loads, sadly.

it picked up scratches almost immediately, even from sitting in a car trunk and a move at the airport. I tried wiping it down. Scratches stayed. A bummer for something at this price. Still useful, still well designed, but the finish needs work. I'm a little disappointed.

boarding, gate change, tight overhead bin — it behaved. That’s the exact moment I felt okay about spending a bit more than usual.
Two quibbles: the metal zipper tabs are twisted and fiddly to grab when you're in a hurry; a rubber grip would fix that. The design is plain, though the teal colour makes it a bit fun.
Compared to past cheap bags that fell apart after a couple of flights, this already feels sturdier. Only time will tell on longevity, but for now I'm pleasantly surprised — mildly sceptical at first, turned satisfied. Customer service I haven't used yet, so no comment there. Would recommend if you want something lightweight and reliable for a few years, despite small zipper annoyance.