Our tips for choosing a backpack for school

Every year, you set out in search of the perfect backpack for school. What should be an easy choice always presents a few delicate problems. And let's be honest, 2020 hasn't made things easy.

Add to that the tough conditions a school backpack is exposed to daily and the many uses young people make of their backpack.

That's why the choice of a good school backpack should not be taken lightly.

Here's a little guide to help you find the right backpack for school.

Adjustable Straps

A school bag should adapt to your child's morphology, so it's essential that it has adjustable straps.

Make sure to buy a good quality backpack with well-functioning adjustment systems.

Cheap backpacks often fall short in this area. They slip and change length on their own as soon as there is weight in the backpack.

Straps of a good backpack "remember" the right length. This means that over time, the strap will have a small curve. This way, you can change the length and easily find the one that suits you best.

Choose a practical school backpack

School is no longer limited to books. Many institutions have adopted tablets, laptops, and other smart items in the classroom.

Consider what you or your child need to carry daily and buy accordingly.

It may seem obvious, but if you're buying a backpack for your child, make sure to discuss their needs with them.

In any case, you want a school backpack that keeps your items safe and organized. The internal organization of the backpack will be key.

Price

Price is a determining factor for any purchase. But when choosing a school backpack, we recommend paying attention to other things first.

Your child's health is at stake, and it's much more precious than saving €30.

Follow this rule of thumb to get a general idea of backpack pricing:
- Backpacks that cost less than €20 will not last more than a year.
- Backpacks between €20 and €40 have an average lifespan of 2 to 4 years.
- Backpacks between €40 and €50 can last up to 10 years.
- Backpacks over €100 are of superior quality, designed to withstand several years of intensive use. Although some brands like Eastpak backpacks offer excellent durability for less than €100.

Resistance

School is a place of study and entertainment. Students have other things on their minds than keeping their backpack clean and tidy.

So, make sure that the backpack you choose is made of durable fabric.

Style and Trends

Although we have put this point quite low on our list, you or your child may think differently. And that's normal.

A backpack is an important part of our lives and covers a large part of our body. It is natural to consider its style.

On this side, everything will depend on personal tastes. Plain or patterned, the choice is vast.

Choose a backpack with multiple compartments for high school and higher education

With multiple compartments come multiple possibilities. School supplies are not the same in high school or university.

Having a backpack divided into different parts is simply a bonus.

Finally, multiple compartments and internal pockets make it easier to distribute the weight evenly in the backpack, and therefore on your shoulders.