Ryanair compliant cabin bag with 'plenty of pockets' fits enough for a 4 night trip

Daily Record

29-05-2025

Get organised this summer with a bag which will keep everything in place and won't see you hammered with extra charges at check in
If you've ever had to have a frantic search of your hand luggage for your passport after lobbing it into the caverns of your bag, you'll know that a carry on bag with pockets is essential. It saves from those heart-stopping moments where you convince yourself you've lost the crucial travel document.
A bag with pockets for important documents and cash, one for snacks and one for phones and chargers mean your holiday can get off to a less stressful start. And Amazon have a great option which also adheres to Ryanair 's strict hand luggage sizing policy too so you can arrive at the airport in a calm state.
The nifty VANKEV Backpack, priced at £27.99, is an ideal choice when heading off on your summer holidays for several reasons.
It measures 40x20x25cm which means it will easily sit under the seat in front of you on a Ryanair flight or into one of their bag size checkers meaning you don't have to worry about extra charges being dealt out by the carrier.
The VANKEV Backpack, which has 20L of storage space inside, also has a range of quick-access pockets which mean you can lay your hands on your passport, phone and snacks whenever you need to. What's more, its dimensions mean it's also suitable for carrying onto EasyJet, Eurowings, British Airways, Wizz Air flights and more.
And impressed customers say you can pack enough for a four night trip into it.
Amazon are also offering another option of cabin bag which has been compared to 'a tardis' despite its compact dimensions. The £9.99 Narwey Cabin Bag went viral with over 14,000 reviews as shoppers praised its space.
If you are happy to splash out a bit more, Next has the Cabin Max Blue Metz 20L Underseat Bag. It's £30, comes in different colours and has been given a 4.7 out of 5 star rating.
Dunelm is selling a neat yet spacious hard-sided spinner suitcase that has also been designed with low-cost flights in mind. The £28 Elements Underseat Suitcase has been called "roomy" and "perfect for Ryanair" by the store's customers.
But shoppers are raving about the VANKEV Backpack, which comes in a range of different colours, and say it is the solution to staying organised while travelling.
Its suitcase-style main compartment also has a padded section for laptops up to 14 inches. A variety of additional pockets—including a waterproof pocket, mesh pocket, hidden pocket, side pocket and a quick-access front pocket, helps to keep everything within easy reach.
The backpack is made from anti-scratch polyester and durable metal zippers, the backpack has ergonomic S-curved shoulder straps with breathable mesh and a multi-layer sponge-padded back panel for extra support. Dual carry handles (top and side) provide flexible carrying options, while the TSA-compliant design unfolds 90–180 degrees for smooth airport security checks.
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A built-in luggage strap makes it easy to attach to a rolling suitcase handle, and a hidden anti-theft pocket keeps valuables secure. It also features a chest strap to help distribute weight evenly, reducing strain on the shoulders when the backpack is full to the brim, reports Bristol Live.
Those who have already snapped up the VANKEV backpack have given it a 4.5 out of 5 star rating on Amazon. One buyer said: "Brilliant for underseat. I packed loads into here for a 4 night trip and still didn't wear everything. Lots of compartments, can pack nice and tight and small."
Another added: "As described, beautiful colour, great design, very good quality and multi function pockets. Love the different ways to carry it. Very comfortable too. Highly recommend."
A third agreed, saying: " Excellent cabin bag. Perfect for a short break or even a week in the sun plenty of pockets."
Some buyers weren't quite so impressed with one expressing concerns about the quality.
They said: "The bag seemed promising but fell short in quality. The material feels flimsy, and the zippers don't glide smoothly, making me worry about its durability. While it fits under the seat and accommodates my 15.6-inch laptop, the lack of padding is concerning for protecting electronics."
Overall, buyers seemed impressed with the little backpack from Amazon. Another five-star review summed it up: "Best small rucksack I have ever bought! It's the perfect size and has lots of pockets to store stuff separately in.
"I was a bit worried about the colour and the material being more plastic and cheap-looking, but it looks really stylish. It's very light when it's on your back. It easily fits under the seat in front on the plane."
If you fancy one ahead of your summer holiday, you can grab it, here.