Bobby Anti-theft Backpack by XD Design - real world review after 2 months
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After two months of use I've found a few pros and cons with the XD Design Bobby Anti-theft backpack. This is a quick look at some of the features; good and bad.
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Probably the most insightful of practical uses and limitations of the back, thank you.
Thank you for this review. I also liked that you used it for a reasonable amount of time before you made a review. I just bought one and this video showed me what to expect.
8:11 proof that USB plugs are statistic abnormalities: it has 2 sides but takes an average of 3 tries to plug them in.
@secretagent5209
5 жыл бұрын
ilold
@timewaster9943
5 жыл бұрын
It seems my charger reception doesn't work for some reason.Have you found out if it really works or needs something extra to make it work.?
@intuit13
5 жыл бұрын
that is SO fking true! lmao! Especially the ones that are out of sight, like on the backside of your PC. I swear it always takes me about 3 tries and each time
Good review mate. I’m a Melburnian too and bought this on your recommendation. Keep up the good work.
Great video! I have the Thule back pack too so this video was helpful. Thanks for posting.
Whats in my purse ::: Man edition
That's it, I'm buying this bag today...thanks for the video, it really convinced me
Hey there! nice review, i was wondering how wide (in inches) is the biggest front pocket? The one you're supposed to be able to fit a lap top in? Thank you!
Thanks for the great review.what was the brand of wireless memory sharing device.?
Great review but is that Travel Card slot in the shoulder strap safe ? It looks like it could easily just fall out ?
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Hervé Villechaize Been using it everyday with a Myki card which is a standard credit card sized one and it has never felt like it would fall out.
is this bag fit 15.6" laptop? my laptop is lenovo z50
May you share with us the cool tech stuff you have in your bag? (like a link to amazon or something)
What's the maximum laptop size that can fit in the laptop compartment?
Hi there, what was the messenger bag with the metro card holder that you found?
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Escaped Escaped It was a Thule messenger sling from memory. It was more of a little zip stash pocket than a card holder but I thought it could be used for it.
is the bobby backpack also good for school? Or is it to small to carry schoolbooks around?
Thanks for review. Do you think it would be a convenient thing to carry groceries on the way home in this backpack? And how does it feel when not so much stuff inside?
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Daniil Churikov I don't think it would be suitable as you can't really carry that much in it. I recently took a trip and had to use another backpack as this one wasn't suitable as a carry on for a multi day trip. It's really a work or school bag for one day if you only carry a laptop, tablet and lunch and maybe an umbrella - that sort of thing. It sits really well on the bag when full or mostly empty which is nice. You can pack it really full and it still sits well on the back but the issue is you can't carry a lot even when full.
Ha, I came here to learn about the Bobby, and I have the Thule that you videoed. Two years now, and looks near new with everyday use... crazy strong material. I think I'll pass on Bobby, but I do like the USB plugs :)
The Mark Ryder backpack is a bobby backpack and it is if not a better price than that one, it also has many more compartments, i super recommend it!
@reviewsandprojects
5 жыл бұрын
The mark Ryden is a rip off of the design for sure and under $100 but doesn’t have the anti theft features such as the slash proof layer. They claim anti theft only because of the hidden zipper. The USB port is also on the outside of the back and looks ugly IMHO. The bobby design is better.
I bought one off off vital gear is it the same?
I dont understand this whole charge pack thing. Non Apple people have the advantage that we can carry a comparitivly much smaller and lighter thing called a 'fully chaged spare battery'. Bam. I seriously dont get why people buy Apple when there are alternatives, light years ahead on features, configurability, specifications and much lower price. Nice bag. I like the anti-theft, anti-cut, waterproof, padded and storage compartments. Very well thought out design. I would however like a waist strap to shift weight and comfort whilst at convensions or on a packed train and zippers added to the strap/ card compartments, to limit loss of commuter cards. Nice review. Thank you.
so, a 15inch laptop would fit in there or not?
I've got a question, do you have to press your power bank for it to charge? Or just plug in and will open itself when an external device connects?
@reviewsandprojects
6 жыл бұрын
My power bank starts to charge the device as soon as I plug into it and it works the same when it’s plugged in to the USB extender in the bag.
Can it fit several books?
I just watched this and this a really great review..the only thing that gives me a second though is it rains here in the philippiness and i need to use my umbrella. I can take it out but when im done ofcourse its well, i dont wanna put it inside the bag if its wet. I think i gotta figure it out first before i buy this bag.
@reviewsandprojects
6 жыл бұрын
Donna Pobar That is a valid concern. The bag stand up OK to light rain but I doubt the interior will fair so well given its a nylon interior sitting above thin foam. I would want to let water get anywhere near the inside of the bag.
Will it fit my binder?
Is this the same bag as the one at FarSF? They look really similar.
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Herbert West they're different bags.
Cool, but where did you get that shirt?
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Kevin A Vintage Ben Sherman! :)
You should check out the cocoon organizers for your cables and you can slide that into your laptop slot or maybe your tablet one if you have a small one
That's comparing apples to oranges, a full-purpose backpack VS a anti-theft bag. I was previously using a NF Bandwith and now have a PacSafe. I chose the pac with the limitations in mind.
Hi can you make a video on packing cloths in anti-theft bag
Hey I didn't notice but does the laptop compartment have a false bottom?
@reviewsandprojects
4 жыл бұрын
Marcus Holbrook yes in the sense that it is fully contained in padded material and stops short of the bottom of the actual bag. Not a solid bottom but protects it from contacting the ground when you put the bag down.
Hi! Do you think this backpack can fit a 1.5 inch FiveStar Binder and a Surface Pro? I'm worried about the space
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
The surface pro would fit in the laptop part easily. The binder would fit but I think probably stretch the edges a bit. It's the width at the top inside which would be an issue.
@ffontecha
7 жыл бұрын
Onara Films Okay, that info should do it. I think I'm gonna buy another binder and that backpack, haha. Thank you! :)
Hey - don't know if you knew this already, but there are two additional zip pockets inside the main compartment that you didn't mention. One on each side, I think they hold the plastic protective sheets, but you could use those to store additional items to stop things floating about? :)
@reviewsandprojects
6 жыл бұрын
The Ongoing Wow I have seen these extra pockets on some video reviews but my version of the bag doesn’t actually have them. I think they might have only been on the kickstarter versions.
@loofychan
6 жыл бұрын
Onara Films Ah that’s a shame! Thanks :)
You compare an anti theft bag with a normal bag just for the size of the pocket inside?????
Great vid.
hey! was wondering how big a laptop fits inside? I am liking this backpack but will it fit a 15 inch macbook with a sleeve?
@reviewsandprojects
6 жыл бұрын
Rasmus Raarup not sure but I think it will be pretty tight. It fits a MacBook OK. It’s 10.63 inches or 27cm’s wide if that helps.
@Rraaup
6 жыл бұрын
thanks for the answer ill look into it :)
I am tooo late, but why everyone puts cabell in the main pocket when its more handy to put it in the side pocket
I have to put my backpack on a dirty floor quite a lot, do you think it would stand the test of time and not get dirty like the rest of my backpacks? I want it to last
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
It will get dirty and while the fabric on the sides would hold up well I think the darker coloured area would show scuffs and dirt. I think you might be better off with a more canvas style backpack. A darker canvas would hold up better and show the dirt less.
Where did you buy it from? which website? I know that there are a lot of knockoff products already .. I really want the original one.
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Jessica Helmi I was lucky to purchase it form a real store, not online. In Australia we can get it from a store called Culture Kings, either in store or from their online store (I didn’t get it from Culture Kings but have seen them on display. I understand there are a lot of fakes on sale so be careful. I’d advise buying from somewhere legit like amazon or paying via paypal so you can get a refund if it’s fake.
@JHI1608
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much! This is really helpful. Yes, I saw the bag at Culture Kings website and you're right they are not on display. Thanks again!
@stevenwb
6 жыл бұрын
Onara Films Wait, your're Aussie?
@mrcvry
6 жыл бұрын
The company page is: www.xd-design.com
is it big enough to turn this bag into travel bag for a weeks traveling? when you open it flat it feels so big and a have alot of big spaces for maybe 2 travel compression bag with clothes in it... but when you open it not flat in the beginning of the videos it just feel so cramped or it just some kind of eye illusion?
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Laurensius Tony It’s definitely cramped in there. I don’t think it would be possible to use this for anything more than an everyday carry to work. I have taken it travelling but always with another bag for clothes etc. It’s just too cramped inside for anything other than a days worth of things.
@laurensiustony622
7 жыл бұрын
oh okay thank you ahahaha
@mrcvry
6 жыл бұрын
Only space for about 13l.
maybe i should wait for their newbag
Does it include a weight balance and a raincover?
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
No that I believe was a kickstarter bonus but the retail versions don't come with those extras.
@damonf7422
5 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure Bobby is rain proof
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It carries enough load. I believe in a backpack aimed to be anti-theft, it ia actually good. If you need more than these items everyday, u better consider buying a truck
@hadeet6836
3 жыл бұрын
Lol
@VV-nw4cz
2 жыл бұрын
At that price point it would be good idea to have an anti-theft backpack wrap to carry bobby.
Hi, do you think it can hold a nikon p900 in there?
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
yes but I wouldn't use this as DSLR bag. The camera would sit on the bottom and get crunched by anything else you put in. I would use it with a smaller point and shoot but advise a different bag if you want to carry a DSLR.
That's the purpose of the bag for security
Hi, I just purchase one and Im curious how you could clean it?
@angelguilbe3984
7 жыл бұрын
Does it come with its own portable charger or you have to buy the power source your self
Nice cat man!
Can u pls make a comparison review between the original Bobby backpack and the Kalidi backpack (a copy one)
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Ej Isloco I would like to but I haven't been able to find anywhere to either contact for the Kali Di or to buy one. If you know of anywhere I can get one I would order it as I'm keen to see how a cheap version stacks up.
@ejisloco1051
7 жыл бұрын
Hi I actually got one from a KZread video... Just type in Kalidi Anti-Theft backpack and it's the first video that comes up. Click on the tab below of the video and it will show u the link to order one. 👍🏼
How is it now?
Is this the 13litre or the 17litres ? And which one is better in terms of capacity?
@reviewsandprojects
4 жыл бұрын
This is the original which i believe is 17 litre
I wanted that backpack!
Do you recommend this bag for the college?
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Luis Diaz I don't think it would carry enough for a student actually. You can easily carry a laptop plus tablet but if you want to also try to carry textbooks then you'd be pushing it to fit them. This really is a bag designed for style and someone who doesn't carry a lot of stuff.
Do u have to charge the backpack for the charger
@andrewsantos2927
7 жыл бұрын
Seldon Williams Jr No, u have to connect your own power bank inside of the bag
@gataitai
7 жыл бұрын
the backpack doesnt have batteries but just an usb output
Esta cool la mochila me encanto ya la tengo
Great review, first thing in noticed is indeed, all pockets are open and a bit lame padded. They need better securing for items. PS the bobby isnt for easy access, its ani theft ;) Like the bobby compact as well, but i guess wont take macbook pro 15"
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Rombout Versluijs I agree. They should have done something better with the pockets as if you throw the bag around a bit you end up with stuff everywhere inside it. I can’t believe they went smaller with the Bobby compact! It’s already a. Struggle to add things above and beyond basic daily carry and the Bobby compact is smaller. Maybe it’s targeted at girls? I think with the pastel selection of colours that may be the case. This Bobby hits it’s limit at a 15 inch and feel s a lot better with a 13 inch laptop.
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Rombout Versluijs I agree. They should have done something better with the pockets as if you throw the bag around a bit you end up with stuff everywhere inside it. I can’t believe they went smaller with the Bobby compact! It’s already a. Struggle to add things above and beyond basic daily carry and the Bobby compact is smaller. Maybe it’s targeted at girls? I think with the pastel selection of colours that may be the case. This Bobby hits it’s limit at a 15 inch and feel s a lot better with a 13 inch laptop.
Cat spotted at 3:00
Where did you get it from? I'm thinking of buying this from culture kings online. It's the only Aussie seller I found that I trust to be legit. I will use it for work, Taekwondo, as well as travelling. I'm also a concept artist and need my laptop and Wacom if I go anywhere. I assume it's best for that kind of thing. Not so much lots of clothes etc. So no water bottle holder, even inside?
@reviewsandprojects
6 жыл бұрын
Arien Van Stralen Yes I’d go with Culture Kings as you can be guaranteed it won’t be a fake. A friend just bought the black one from there and it’s a real one (actually quite nice in all black). Yes laptop and Wacom fine and maybe a jumper, not many clothes. There’s no external water bottle holder but you can fit a smaller sized bottle in one of the inner padded pockets.
Do you ever used this bag under the rain without umbrella? Thanks.
@comtragg7440
7 жыл бұрын
Moses Kurniawan - It's splashproof anyway :)
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Yes I've had it out in light to moderate rain and it did well. The material is quite water resistant. The strap insides and the back padding absorbs a bit but as it's against your back it's quite protected.
@WelcomeToMyDream
6 жыл бұрын
I've used mine in the rain.
It's made with good materials?
@bydoritosycheetos3768
5 жыл бұрын
Y tiene balance de peso
Is it actually cut resistant?
@reviewsandprojects
3 жыл бұрын
Yes absolutely. It's cut proof, it does leave a mark of you try with a knife but doesn't go through the fabric
Can i fit my 15.6" laptop in this backpack.
@reviewsandprojects
6 жыл бұрын
Yes, tight but can fit it
Is there a free raincoat in the bag?Thanks.
@reviewsandprojects
5 жыл бұрын
No, I believe only the Kickstarter ones cane with the rain cover
oooo so thats how you pronounce THULE. btw how wide is the laptop slot? can it fit 15.6' laptops? 38x27
@reviewsandprojects
5 жыл бұрын
it's more suited to 13 inch. A smaller 15 fit but it was stretching the sides of the laptop slot.
@hanoman78
5 жыл бұрын
@@reviewsandprojects yup, found it the hard way.. bought it online, seller said it fits, but nope.. well unless you stretch the zipper.. now its just sitting quietly in the corner..
Nice video, is it a 17inch version or the 15 inch?
@reviewsandprojects
3 жыл бұрын
15
Hey, 2 quick questions, is this bag waterproof and would it be a good one to go to school, you know the bag full of books etc?
@WAVtbl
5 жыл бұрын
I believe it is waterproof but you probably can’t fit over 3-5 inches worth of book (thickness) inside without having some issues closing I don’t own one but have been researching it as I am considering
Where do you put your house/car keys?
@reviewsandprojects
5 жыл бұрын
I usually put my keys in the small zip pocket at the base of the straps. There’s one each side and they are a little hidden but still accessible
how are u going to wash this? the plug and the cable could get wet
@reviewsandprojects
6 жыл бұрын
Best you can do is a light rub down with a wet cloth I think.
does the backpack come with a battery pack?
@Basinity
5 жыл бұрын
It does not
@halfdbsr3454
5 жыл бұрын
Basinity thanks that’s good to know in advance
*opens bag* outcome: WE BOOLIN XDDD
Can it fit a dslr inside?
@reviewsandprojects
7 жыл бұрын
Gean Avanzado Yes but it doesn’t offer a lot of protection so you would need to put the camera in another pack or bag. I wouldn’t recommend it as a camera bag as there’s a lot fo other options that would be better suited. Some of the Thule packs or even the everyday backpack or the wanted Prvke would be better.
Where i find it How can i buy it I really want it Em from pakistan What is the price of that bag
@insertnamehere8723
5 жыл бұрын
That was a weird Haiku
I will have that backpack.
I have this backpack aswell. There is not a lot of space. It's more like a day backpack then one to travel with
@cameronhaz6156
5 жыл бұрын
Where did you get it from?
@anonymousonyx9168
5 жыл бұрын
Marjan393 That all depends on how much you travel with. I backed the Bobby Compact backpack campaign on Indiegogo and I love using it to travel with. That’s what I bought it for. dhM Rose I suggest you buy it through the official site which is www.xd-design.com
@reviewsandprojects
5 жыл бұрын
I’d agree it’s more of a day pack. You might be able to squeeze one change of clothes in it but there’s no way I’d be using it for travel for more than one night.
5:29 was that an bomb XO ?
@Queen_Laureign
7 жыл бұрын
woah!
@aaronbueno1653
6 жыл бұрын
his neighboor is banging her wife.
The title says a review about Bobby but practically you re doing a review about Thule😂
its cool. im using bobby 17
amazon link
Where did i found it I want to buy it PlZ tell me the price Em from pakistan
@diyabasheer3875
5 жыл бұрын
U can buy it from amzon
@diyabasheer3875
5 жыл бұрын
I mean amazon
How to wash this backpack?
@adoptedmexican752
6 жыл бұрын
Probably water of some sort
great
Can you put the link in the description box😉 There's lots of fake webs selling these bags
@mrcvry
6 жыл бұрын
www.xd-design.com
how much did you pay for yours just asking i bought mine for 18.00 usd :)
@reviewsandprojects
5 жыл бұрын
Real one’s are still around the $100 mark but there’s a lot of fakes out there and I’ve seen them range from $20 to about $50. The fakes tend to be a bit lower quality and I wouldn’t trust the anti cutting layer on them either. You can usually spot a fake as the USB charging port is in a weird spot on the back or side and doesn’t look right with the design of the bag. Also they tend to be floppier and sag at the bag which leads me to think they don’t have the anti slash layer the real bobby does. Funny thing is I see lots of people walking around with NBN branded fake bags which cracks me up as over here NBN is spending/wasting millions of dollars trying to deliver fast internet (and failing :)) and yet they can’t even spring for a real bag for their staff.
@ShadowPuppet3001
4 жыл бұрын
@@reviewsandprojects haters going to hate so you cant hate on this :)
@robinenbernhard
4 жыл бұрын
@@ShadowPuppet3001 donno we need feel sorry for you and give hug or need think you are joke
@ShadowPuppet3001
4 жыл бұрын
@@robinenbernhard lol a hug right back :)
Are you still using it ?
@reviewsandprojects
6 жыл бұрын
Prince Returned for a full refund after the stitching came apart - see my fault video for details
Who needs a screen cleaning cloth when you have your tongue and sleeve? lol jk
Guys where i can order this bag i see lots of chips offers in amazon in ebay i think its fake .. if some one send me a link to a good trusted seller i will appricate that
@mithunekanandan1298
7 жыл бұрын
you can get the bag from this official website but shipping takes around 4 weeks chancecraft.com/products/anti-theft-travel-backpack
@masterrecon118
7 жыл бұрын
That isn't the official website. This is: www.xd-design.nl/bobby
8:15, USB rule number 1: you gotta flip it twice to work.
I want to buy original...please help me..i m from pakistan..
@wonderfulday4593
6 жыл бұрын
www.aliexpress.com/store/product/WIWU-Laptop-Backpack-15-6-15-4-14-inch-Multi-function-USB-Charging-Business-Laptop-Backpacks/1396389_32884315057.html?spm=2114.12010608.0.0.230718a56i7ikD
I have that!!
it's good publicity
can this be a school bag? pls reply thank you
@shamiyawhite7025
7 жыл бұрын
Maryjane Itliong um i was on the actual web site www.vulcanbag.com and they said it was for school/college but there doesn't look like there is alot of room
@shamiyawhite7025
7 жыл бұрын
www.vulcanbags.com
@maryjaneitliong3740
7 жыл бұрын
Shamiya White how about a high school bag?thanks for the response
@sultanalshamsi7629
7 жыл бұрын
Maryjane Itliong yeah it still works seeing that it's a backpack
@maryjaneitliong3740
7 жыл бұрын
Mr. Poopybuthole thanks
This sounds like James may from top gear🤔
What is the name of another bag 😟😟
i want this.......................
price ?
@reviewsandprojects
6 жыл бұрын
Ismail Fathallah $100AU
@tylerburk3313
6 жыл бұрын
95usd
I bought this since i be gonig to japan, and i wanted an backpack to carry around while i leave my bigger luggage at the hostel.
@wiktoriasupergirlnic9974
4 жыл бұрын
And how has it been ?
Is it worth over $350
@reviewsandprojects
5 жыл бұрын
No. $100 I’d say yes. If you can get away with it’s size limitations. The design is beautiful.
I bought one
Price in India and its availability in Pune City Maharashtra
Did any of you see a cat in the background?
@WelcomeToMyDream
6 жыл бұрын
Yes meow.