Ideal for work commute
"I bought this for my daughters birthday and she wanted to use it daily on her commute to work. It holds her lap top and is easier to carry than a large case or handbag. It is also well styled for business use."
Overall rating: 4.284768 / 5 from 151 reviews.
The Herschel Survey Backpack is praised for its fashionable design, high-quality materials, and versatile style. Customers appreciate its perfect size for commuting and traveling, though opinions on the space and straps vary.
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"I bought this for my daughters birthday and she wanted to use it daily on her commute to work. It holds her lap top and is easier to carry than a large case or handbag. It is also well styled for business use."
"He asked for it. He loved it! Thank u!!"
"We received the backpack on December 19th. After only 4 weeks of use, the straps are wearing out quickly. We are not satisfied with the quality, considering the price. Is it possible to exchange or replace it ?"
"I loved the backpack. It looks grwat. The quality is amazing and has good storage space for everything. However, I would have preferred an additional pocket/sleeve inside the bag inside and I would have liked a zip on top of the bag."
"Going to Japan and was looking for a compact but versatile bag to secure traveling goods. The bag pattern is stylish, it has two cup holders, and it does not have an easy pouch for others to pickpocket. I am also a taller guy and the straps are comfortable I love it"
"Great backpack, but very unhappy with the team on Robson (Vancouver). The gentleman working clearly didnt want to help or be there. So I ordered this online."
"I ordered the green (for me) and the blue (my husband) Survey backpacks, and they are the most grown up and elegant backpacks that I have ever seen. I hate carrying purses, so I wanted to find a backpack that can replace them, without looking like a school girl. The bags seem to have a very sturdy quality, and lays flat against the back so it doesn’t look like the standard ugly humpback backpack. The storage space is adequate for what I need it for, not super big but still good enough for putting in the essential items. All in all I love the vintage aesthetic of this bag. Class."
"This backpack is incredibly roomy without feeling bulky, making it easy to carry everything I need for the day. It’s lightweight, which is a huge plus for long wear, and the secure design gives me peace of mind when carrying valuables. The straps are very comfortable and well-padded, so it doesn’t dig into my shoulders even when fully packed. I also love the waterproof material—it keeps everything inside dry and protected in any weather. Overall, it’s a reliable, comfortable, and practical backpack that I would definitely recommend."
"This is perfect for work, my laptop fits just right and I still have room for all the other things like a warm jacket or and umbrella. Even a spare pair of shoes. The material is the same as my old Herschel backpack, so I know it will be both durable and waterproof. I expect it will last just as long as my old one, 5 years and still going strong, only replaced for a newer style. Great product all round."
"My backpack was never delivered and I have not been refunded."