Pacsafe X 25L Anti-Theft Backpack review

The Pacsafe X 25L is the strongest backpack on this list for a laptop carrier. Pacsafe lists lockable zips with its Roobar Sport locking system and a secure zip tab, a Carrysafe slashguard strap with Dyneema eXomesh, RFIDsafe blocking pockets and material, a PopNLock security clip, cut-resistant materials and an anchor strap that secures around a fixed object. The padded sleeves fit most 16 in. laptops and 11 in. tablets, and there is a hidden storage pocket, a luggage slip for a roller bag handle, side bottle pockets and internal attachment points for keys and a wallet. It measures 18.9 x 12.2 x 7.1 in., weighs 2.2 lbs and is made from 750D recycled polyester. Pacsafe calls it carry-on compliant and lists a limited 5 year warranty. The trade-off is price: $179.95 is the most on this list. We compared documented features and published prices.

Who it is for

travelers who carry a laptop through busy stations and airports

Price

$179.95 on Pacsafe's North America store as of November 2026.

Pacsafe® X 25L anti-theft backpack $179.95 USD
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• Roobar Sport locking system and secure zip tab
• Carrysafe slashguard strap with Dyneema eXomesh slashguard
• RFIDsafe blocking pockets and material
• Padded sleeves for most 16 in. laptops and 11 in. tablets
• Hidden storage pocket, luggage slip and cut-resistant anchor strap

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Pacsafe describes it as carry-on compliant
• Strength: 750D recycled polyester rated water resistant to 1,000mm
• Strength: Limited 5 year warranty on bags
• Weakness: $179.95, the most expensive bag on this list
• Weakness: 2.2 lbs empty
• Weakness: Some colors showed a back-in-stock notice when we checked

Key facts

• Price: $179.95
• Capacity: 25L
• Dimensions: 18.9 x 12.2 x 7.1 in.
• Weight: 2.2 lbs
• Laptop: Up to 16 in.

Where it ranks

Pacsafe X 25L Anti-Theft Backpack is No. 5 in our Best Anti-Theft Travel Bags verdict.