When it comes to diaper bags, I’m a cheapskate—I’ll admire the Dagne Dovers, Petunia Pickle Bottoms and Posh Peanuts of the world, but it’s hard for me to spend on a bag that stows my kids’ diapers—and will likely be used for two years or less. (In my mind, it’s much easier to justify spending on a purse, which I convince myself I’ll use for years and years…though after two years, I’m usually jonesing for something new. The logic doesn’t check out.)

While I’ve been committed to using the Huhu Diaper Backpack for long trips (its adjustable inner compartments, sturdy sides and easy-open top actually make TSA agents stop and compliment it), I needed something smaller day to day. I’d tried Skip Hop, Target and Kibou when my daughter was little, but when my son arrived, those were too beat-up (or had been sold online). I was given the Béis Diaper Backpack, and I honestly didn’t expect to love it as much as I do. I never expected to write a post here about it, but I actually want to use it after my diaper-changing days are over. Here’s why.

The Béis Diaper Backpack Pros:

1. It’s spacious without being bulky. I can fit a full pack of wipes, three bottles, a formula dispenser, changing pad, four to five diapers, two changes of clothes, my wallet/cell phone/keys, a teether, a bag with pouches, reusable placemats, a bib and spoons, diaper cream, hand sanitizer—phew, are you tired of reading this yet?—a toy or two and a sun hat, without fighting to zip it closed.
2. The pockets are wide enough for larger bottles (like Tommee Tippee’s). I can’t tell you how many bags—Huhu included—that feature pockets too small to comfortably fit wide bottles, or squish the silicone ones so they leak. Béis features roomy, wide pockets, so you can easily stow bottles, wipes, diapers or your phone in a moment’s notice, without having to fight to get to that one pocket that fits your needs.
3. A pacifier bag is included—as is a silicone teether! There’s also a chain to hold your keys, so they don’t sink to the bottom of the backpack.
4. There’s a trolley pass-through, so it can easily hang onto the handle of a roller bag when you’re traveling, making it one less thing to worry about as you dash through the airport.
5. The odor-proof bag is great for holding a spare change of clothes—or holding the end result of a blowout diaper, should you need to. It looks like a chic, rubbery clutch too.
6. It’s comfortable. The straps are cushy and wide and don’t dig into my shoulders, even when the bag is fully loaded and bogged down.

The Bag’s Cons:

1. The included changing pad is a bit flimsy, which is often the case with diaper bags. I typically use Dock-a-Tot’s diaper clutch anyway, which fits nicely inside.
2. There’s an insulated pocket inside for bottles, but I wish that section was larger, so I could fit two or three bottles there at a time.

The Verdict: Is It Worth It?

Yes! It’s survived all kinds of spills, drops and potential snags without a scuff. It holds everything I need and then some, and aesthetically, I like its look. It’s actually convinced me to take a closer look at Béis’s other products. Right now, though, I love this bag so much I can see myself using it long after my diaper-toting days have ended.