Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Convertible Sling Backpack review

The Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Convertible Sling Backpack suits travelers who prefer a small backpack to a purse. It carries the same 5-point system as the Classic Crossbody: locking zippers, slash-resistant mesh body panels, dual cut-resistant strap cables, RFID-blocking slots and drop pockets, and a lockdown strap. Travelon lists it at 9 x 14 x 4.5 in., 8 liters and 1.10 lbs. The main compartment has a padded sleeve for an 11 in. tablet, a zippered pocket, a large drop pocket and a tethered key clip, and outside there is a hidden rear pocket, a stretch side bottle pocket and two front zippered pockets. It wears as a sling or a backpack. At $88 it is the cheapest backpack-style bag here, and Travelon's two-year warranty applies. It will not take a laptop, and the 30 in. to 38 in. strap range is narrower than on the crossbodies. We compared documented features and published prices.

Who it is for

travelers who want a small backpack or sling for under $100

Price

$88 on Travelon's US store as of November 2026.

5-Point Anti-Theft security system built in. $88.00
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• Locking zippers, slash-resistant mesh body panels and dual cut-resistant strap cables
• RFID-blocking slots and drop pockets
• Lockdown strap
• Padded sleeve for an 11 in. tablet in the main compartment
• Hidden rear pocket, side water bottle pocket and two front zippered pockets

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: $88 for a convertible sling and backpack
• Strength: Weighs 1.10 lbs
• Strength: Two-year Travelon warranty on anti-theft bags in the US and Canada
• Weakness: 8 liters, too small for a laptop
• Weakness: Strap adjusts only from 30 in. to 38 in.
• Weakness: Polyester body with a plain style

Key facts

• Price: $88
• Capacity: 8 liters
• Dimensions: 9 x 14 x 4.5 in.
• Weight: 1.10 lbs
• Tablet: Up to 11 in.

Where it ranks

Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Convertible Sling Backpack is No. 6 in our Best Anti-Theft Travel Bags verdict.