10. Pacsafe Venturesafe X40: Best Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack
Pacsafe got started in 1998 by a pair of globetrotters who had had a fair few brushes with danger along the road. There’s nothing that ruins a trip more than getting robbed.
Pacsafe knows that people enjoy their adventures more if they feel secure. Their whole brand is built around the idea that, with their travel backpacks, global travel becomes a little bit safer.
The Pacsafe Venturesafe X40 is LOADED with features, particularly on the security front. To be honest, this travel pack is almost overkill! I’ve been to some hairy places around the world and the only time I ever experienced danger was one block from my friend’s house in a gentrified suburb in Australia.
But, if you like to play it safe, that’s fair enough. The Pacsafe Venturesafe X40 might be the best anti-theft backpack for you.
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Its built-in steel wire mesh panels prevent thieves from slashing your bag. The interlocking zip sliders are also puncture-resistant, and the anti-theft anchor lock and cable allows you to lock down your zippers and straps to a secure fixture. There are two additional zippered mesh pockets, a key/wallet clip, and extra pouches in the front compartment.
On top of that, it’s comfy! This travel pack comes with padded, adjustable straps, and a sturdy waist belt and sternum strap. The external side compression straps and stowable straps keep this bag sleek and tidy.
Pros
- Super secure
- Good organization, especially in the front pocket
- Flap cover to disguise locking system
- Protective laptop sleeve
- compression straps to keep everything snug
Cons
- The outer zip pocket needs to open wider — it’s hard to access everything