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Bellroy Transit Backpack 28L vs Bellroy Tokyo Tote

Bellroy Transit Backpack 28L ($259) vs Bellroy Tokyo Tote ($139) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.

Bellroy Transit Backpack 28L
Bellroy
Transit Backpack 28L
$259
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Bellroy Tokyo Tote
Bellroy
Tokyo Tote
$139
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Spec-by-spec
SpecBellroy Transit Backpack 28LBellroy Tokyo Tote
Price$259$139
Weight980g650g
Volume28L—
Laptop16"—
OpeningClamshell—
TSA-FriendlyYes — lays flat—
Weight980g650g (Bellroy published)
MaterialRecycled FabricNova Nylon
Capacity—15L
Warranty—6 years
Pros & Cons

Bellroy Transit Backpack 28L

  • Clamshell + lay-flat for seamless TSA
  • Magnetic cord organizer is genuinely clever
  • 28L volume without looking large
  • $259 at the high end for non-tactical bags
  • Recycled fabric less abrasion resistant than Cordura
  • Side laptop access awkward for some

Bellroy Tokyo Tote

  • Padded 13 inch laptop sleeve
  • Redesigned pop pockets
  • Full-width zip
  • 650 g
  • $139
Bellroy Tokyo Tote is the better value at $139. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.
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