Daily

So well made, good quality, stylish

This review may be a bit bias, as I am a huge fan of MinaaI, The Daily was the first backpack I purchased many years ago and it the only travel backpack I use now. I do my fair share of traveling and the Daily goes with me on all my trips. It's a great backpack that fits everything. The material and design is by far top if its class, from the rain cover the the whistle on the buckle, Jimmy and his teams thought of everything. If you are looking for a Daily backpack or travel backpack, buy the Daily!

I'm a full time student in college and also work part time. So, I don't normally have loads of time to travel so what I was looking for was a bag that would be easy to throw around, be able to carry my laptop and books, be durable, all while being able to look clean and sophisticated while going to classes at a good price. This bag without a doubt checks all of those boxes and more. Firstly, the bag is a tad bit smaller than most average bags, but holds just as much if not more. I have been able to fit a sweater, my books, my laptop, my water bottle, pens and pencils, headphones, in the bag and although it puffs out it still is small and easy to carry, my one complaint here is that I wish the back padding was just a touch more comfortable. Secondly, I've had this bag for a year now and this bag is an actual tank. I go through the rain, snow, dry heat all within a year and this thing just doesn't scratch. The bag still looks brand new and I still haven't even needed to use the water cover that's attached to the bag because the bag itself is stupid durable and keeps water out like a charm. Lastly, this bag is simply beautiful. Anytime I want to say minimal I almost always end up saying Minaal because of how sleek yet stunning this bag is. The clean exterior to the ability to organize and hold everything you need on the interior blows me away everytime I grab the strap and put it on my back. I am a college student so I wanted a bag that could last a long time and take a beating all while being able to carry all of my daily school supplies in a simple yet stunning bag at a premium price, the Minaal Daily Carry 2.0 easily my favorite bag I have ever owned and I can guarantee anyone who ends up owning this bag will feel the same because you can recognize the love and care that went into designing this bag the moment you put it on your back.

I finally pulled the trigger on the Daily after some months of heavy consideration, I was glad I finally did!
Just the right size for an EDC with thoughtful features and reliable quality materials.
It is my daily driver now and I couldn't be happier.

Cheers to the Minaal Team and looking forward to your future products :)

I have become a huge fan of Minaal products. This bag recently replaced the bag I take with me on planes and to coffee shops to work. I highly recommend it!

I purchased both the Daily and Carry On 2.0 about 7 years ago.
The Carry On 2.0 is a fantastic bag that I use for longer trips, or weekend trips if I don't want to bring a roller bag. It is incredibly spacious, very well designed and thought out. The pockets and organization are everything I need.
I use the Daily more often because it is smaller but still has the capacity I need when travelling. It has the same excellent organization and detail as the Carry On 2.0. The Daily easily fits beneath the seat in front of me on any airplane. In almost every respect, the bag has held up great and is as good as new.
I am writing this review now because the zipper on my Daily broke in half last month while travelling. It was not a big deal because the other zipper allowed me to open and close that compartment. I contacted Minaal and they directed me to a local store to try and repair the zipper. When I contacted Minaal to let them know the zipper couldn't be repaired in my city they offered to send me a new bag, which arrived in less than 2 weeks. I have never experienced such dedicated, thoughtful and hassle-free service from any company. If I ever need another travel bag, Minaal will be my first choice.

I bought my daily (and a carry-on 2.0) back in 2015, when it was still a Kickstarter campaign. Originally purchased for travel purposes, but over the years, it has become my EDC. I work in architecture, and I like the clean look of it. Overall both bags have held up beautifully over the years, and I love the rain cover (has saved me multiple times when caught in a sudden downpour). My complaints (after 8+ years) are: (1) the fabric endlessly collects lint from my carpet (I have the grey color, not sure if the black is any better), (2) the interior water bottle holder is useless (would rather it removeable or not at all), (3) the little elastic bands to keep the straps from dangling are a PITA to reset anytime you adjust the straps, and aren't great at keeping the straps in place to begin with (and I think it originally had a chest strap one...? If so, it's long gone), (4) the chest strap needs to slide up higher to properly fit on my chest (I'm a small frame person), and (5) I have never used any of the little compartments inside the back part (would rather just have that part solid to reduce bulk--though, admittedly, I have rarely used it in the landscape/briefcase configuration, so YMMV).
I think those are minor things I can live with though, so I'll rate it a solid 4/5.

We travel with two dogs and two preteens. Lugging around luggage is not always possible. So, everyone has a Minaal backpack travel bag. The daily travel bag is the perfect size for kids. It frees up our hands to hold dog leashes and other necessary items, and to open doors. I was an original Kickstarter backer, and have travelled exclusively with Minaal bags ever since. I’ll never go back to luggage.

I received my bag after the first was stolen from being set out in front of my garage. Anyway after unpacking it and looking it over I was impressed by the overall construction. I immediately packed it to see that it would hold all of the items I needed. It was perfect I love all of the different pockets to help keep me both organized and able to separate my personal items I can not wait to jet off on my vacation. Thank you again to the representative who helped me with the issue of having first package stolen and getting me the bag delivered the second package to me in time for my vacation.
Thank you
Garry

I've had this bag since the Kickstarter. I **STILL** use it daily. It's amazing. I literally just found out it had a rain cover :facepalm: (I needed that a few times). Fantastic quality that will last you years.

The quality is not the best. Its more a hyped product. I thought its a high quality product. In reality, it was shipped from Hongkong.

Came from Hongkong and I had to pay nearly 50% extra for tariffs. They recommended me to declare a minimum price to avoid tariffs. Of course, I did not intend to be jaled because of a backpack. So, I pad the extra of 100-150 USD.

It’s so good and durable, that I don’t need to buy another from minaal...

I’ve taken my Minaal daily on multiple trips interstate and overseas as my only luggage and it has been useful. The bag is well designed and comfortable. Perfect for carrying a laptop to work.

Good bad but hope the design more fashionable

Durable material and compact.

This bag is the perfect size for daily life and casual business. Looks great, super durable, and functional/versatile/organized while being minimal. It is my daily go bag for the tech startup life or roaming around the city/woods.

Why do I love and use these products? They are FUN! Clever and innovative design. Great workmanship and materials. Be sure to watch videos to be sure you are aware of ALL the cool features. Review from time to time since new needs arise depending on travel circumstances AND you will likely be surprised how Minaal’s clever design will probably accommodate those new uses. This bag gets the most use of all their products. Everything from “personal item” carry-on, to the bag with all the valuable stuff, to business use.

I've had the Daily for a few years and love it. I use it as my daily carry and for short 2-day travel trips. After a few years of good use, I had a small issue with the bag. I let the Minaal team know and they offered to replace the bag immediately. If you're on the fence, you cannot go wrong with Minaal or their Daily Bag.

I bought the carry-on 2, which was a good investment, but after a year, I decided to buy the daily despite the price. Very well designed too and it has a lot of space. I use it when I visit my parents and when I go on a longer trip with my Minaal carry-on. I thought it would be less heavy, but for a 20 liters it is still a very good bag that will last very long. You won't regret your purchase.

The bag size is very suitable for any purpose on road, small travel or even business. Just load the things you need then you are in good position to start, plus the bag are very strong. I only need clean it, the robust bag would like new one, I simply love this bag so much.

Perfect for short-term travel, since it'll fit under just about any airplane seat (including the so-called CRJ "Satan's Chariots") and can easily hold a week's worth of clothes as long as shoes are excluded. Well thought out for business trips, with the separate compartments to split out work stuff (laptop and notebook) from living stuff (clothes and toiletries). You can even repurpose one of the velcro laptop straps to hold your electronics pouch if it's minimalist enough.

Main drawback is the straps are a compromise between packability and comfort, and can get uncomfortable with heavier loads.

I use this bag a lot for casual workdays in the city. It's the perfect companion for a day at the coworking space. The laptop storage is really nice, great pockets everywhere. I even sometimes use this as my carry-on, if I am checking a piece of luggage.

I have been using it a lot the past couple years and can really recommend it.

Only thing: the shoulder straps could be more substantial-feeling ... they get stressed a bit when there is a heavy load in the bag. Looking forward to version 2.0!

My entire team travels for work as consultants and this is our bag … literally: when you join my team you get a Minaal Daily Bag with our logo. At first, I thought it was just some swag they were giving out, but over the months I realized this was something special. After nearly two years of 50% travel, I can now tell you why I love this bag.

I travel Monday–Thursday, and I like to keep things minimal with carry-on only. The thing is, if you don't have status with an airline, this can be very stressful (you'll be fighting for overhead bin space with everyone else trying to do the same thing). Not so with this bag … it fits beneath any airline seat. During the warmer months I pack a whole week of travel in the Daily:
- Minaal Toolcase
+ BatPower MacBook Pro Charger (makes it easier to plug into a crowded power strip and includes a couple of USB-C ports)
+ Amazon Fire TV Stick (works well on hotel Wi-Fi, provides privacy against logins, and prevents logging in every week)
+ USB-C to USB-A adaptors (they’re tiny)
+ Multi-type charging cable (for Lightning, USB-C, and micro USB)
+ Another lightning cable
+ Apple Watch charger
+ Remote PowerPoint pointer/clicker
+ Spare AAA batteries
- Minaal packing cubes (I usually only need 2/3 of these for summer trips
- Spare pants
- Shirts
- Socks & underwear
- Toiletry bag
- Dry sack for dirty laundry (Osprey has a handle for easy emptying)
- MacBook Pro 15"
- Ipad Pro 12.9"
- Portable charger battery
- Water bottle
- Snacks
- Noise-canceling headphones (Bose QuietControl would be the largest I can fit, but AirPods Pro save even more space)

There's actually room to squeeze maybe one more thing if I need, or strap it on the side. When it gets colder and my clothes get bulkier I have liked either the Minaal Carry-On 2.0 or a wheelie bag with magnetic self-aligning wheels.

Pro Tips:
- Keep the straps tight and close the sternum strap for good fit
- It looks better on the full side
- Con...

Currently using as my everyday bag for work. Size is perfect for a laptop, packed lunch, water bottle, light jacket. Interior pocket does well for my over-ear headphones, computer charger and an external hard drive. During travel I insert the Daily into the 2.0 in the same compartment as my laptop - no real issues and helps keep me at 1 bag which is handy for train travel overseas. Better used with straps hidden and carried by the handle, in my opinion.

I tend to take this bag along with the Minaal 2.0 for travel and it fits its purpose well so I am not carrying such a large backpack at any point. I am able to fit enough for daily use and use it as a bag to put anything I buy when travelling.

I have used my Daily Bag everyday for the last two years as a commuter, travel and even light hiking bag. It is perfect. Thoughtfully designed, cool looking and great materials. When I contacted Minaal about a small issue with a zipper on the bag, I had a response within a minute and they took care of it. Can't recommend this bag enough and hope to also buy the carry-on 2.0!