Customer Reviews for L.L.Bean Stowaway Pack, 20L

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4.6 out of 5

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1349 Ratings

What customers say:

The LL Bean Stowaway Pack is a lightweight and comfortable daypack with ample storage space and organizational features. Customers report the pack is well-made and durable, lasting for years of reliable use. The pack is suitable for carrying essentials like water, snacks, and extra layers during day hikes, travel, and everyday use. While some users found the water bottle pockets shallow and the chest strap placement uncomfortable, the majority of customers are very satisfied with the pack's quality, functionality, and value.

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September 18, 2026

Small but roomy

I bought this for a trip to Alaska. Packing space was limited on the plane as well as on ship. I used the back pack instead of a purse, as well as to hold small items that would be

Debi

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September 16, 2026

Size Matters

I bought a month ago 0r so and hve used it only once and while I liked it, it needs a tad more roon. The weight is good and easy to carry

Response from L.L.Bean

September 18, 2026

By L.L.Bean Customer Service

Thanks for your feedback. We're glad you found it lightweight and easy to carry. We appreciate your suggestion for a little more room.

Papa Andy

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September 13, 2026

Light weight with good features.

Bought this for a few day time excursions from a cruise to Alaska. Large enough to accomodate clothing to be taken on or off in layers. Convenient handle to carry without using s

Peter P

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September 12, 2026

Did not rec my order

I placed a pick up order and when I went to check to see if it was ready , it said it was already picked up .

Response from L.L.Bean

September 14, 2026

By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We apologize for the issue you encountered. A member of our team will be in touch to help resolve this.

Disappointed

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September 4, 2026

Fits more than you think it will!

Used for: Travel

I bought this bag for my trip to Africa. It fits so much in it and is very comfortable and durable.

JanaN

Dallas, TX

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August 28, 2026

My favorite travel pack!

Love this pack! I traveled to England and Spain for three weeks in August 2026 and this pack was all I carried with me. I travel light - basically just two changes of clothes, and

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August 28, 2026

I like the style, the colors and the shape. But the pockets for water bottles are not enough tight.

Mary

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August 25, 2026

Perfect! So easy to use!

Used for: Casual or Every Day

I bought this for Ireland trip, I am older lady and needed something easy to take on and off, room enough for gifts and jacket, it was the perfect choice!

Golflady2523

Manahawkin, NJ

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August 21, 2026

Can't get it to stuff into stowaway pack

Used for: Travel

Just got the pack for a trip to Italy. Love that its light weight and can fit what I want for a day out and about. The big issue is the difficulty in getting it to fit into the sto

mjbnyc

New York, NY

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August 7, 2026

Nice, lightweight pack.

A bit stiff to stuff the first time, but I figured it out. Maybe a really clear video would have helped.

cj in NH

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August 6, 2026

Surprised by stiff "crunchy" fabric

Used for: Casual or Every Day

I have three Stowaway backpacks purchased at various times a while back; each serves a specific purpose so that I can "grab it and go," and they are comfortable to wear or just sli

RRN in Iowa

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July 31, 2026

Almost Perfect

Used for: Travel, Hiking

Perfect day pack size. Good organization. It doubles as my personal item on flights and hiking/sight seeing pack. Needs a simple trolley sleeve/strap. Although water bottles fall o

ClassicGal

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July 20, 2026

Fantastic day pack!

Loving my day pack, while on a European adventure! Perfect size, comfortable, and water resistant. Highly recommend!

Amac12

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July 19, 2026

Great pack for travel

Used for: Travel

Made a big advantage when buying this pack. worked great while traveling during the day. folds up very tight into the pocket but fits in suitcase snugly.

JNS67

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July 12, 2026

Three cheers

Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day

Lightweight, excellent design I would highly recommend. Perfect pockets. This traversed theme parks in Orlando with me and then folded down so small it easily fit in my luggage. Hi

Nahh

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July 9, 2026

Works great on my motorcycle. Comfortable and secure.

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June 20, 2026

replacement backpack

Used for: Travel, Hiking

This is a replacement for the same backpack I bought several years ago. Unfortunately on a trip my sunscreen leaked. I destroyed the backpack, eating into the fabric and weakening

Arizona

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June 17, 2026

Love these little packs, but...

Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day, Cross-Country Skiing, Hiking

This is the third time I have bought this pack.Have traveled all over the world with them. Great for travel, day hikes, XC skiing, walking around the city. Love the packability, po