Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I have traveled to over 40 countries and I often am gone for 2-5 months. The smartest travelers go light, especially if they are traveling to multiple countries. Consequently, I rarely travel with luggage. Instead, I rely on a 38 liter JanSport Odyssey backpack and a day pack or sling bag. I was looking for a better sling bag than the Swiss Gear one I currently have. Not to knock it, because it is sturdily built. However, the problem is the size and number of compartments. Due to these issues, I decided to purchase the NeatPack Sling Bag. The NeatPack is larger by approximately 2 inchs in height and 3 inches in width. I do not know the liter differences, but I can easily say that the NeatPack holds significantly more stuff than the Swiss Gear sling bag. Regarding pockets, again, the NeatPack rules, i.e., the Swiss Gear only has 1 main compartment, with 3 tiny zippered "pockets" that can only be used for very small items, e.g., change, keys, smart phone, etc. It also, has a small zippered pocket on the strap, but it is too small to hold a smart phone a la the NeatPack pocket on the strap. Additionally, it has a drink holder, which is practically useless . . . unlike the one on the NeatPack, which actually looks like it will hold a water bottle. Conversely, the NeatPack has the following: 1. One large compartment and two smaller, albeit, generous compartments (all of which come with sleeves/other zippered interior pockets; 2. The RFID "hidden pocket" on the back of the pack to store valuables and prevent identity thieves; and, 3. the already alluded to smart phone pocket on the strap. In short, this is a killer sling bag, much like my Jansport Odyssey back pack - with maximum use of pockets and compartments. In conclusion, I am impressed with the bag. The NeatPack has efficiently utilized the space within the confines of a sling bag. Many manufacturers fail to do that. However, the proof is in the pudding. Specifically, I have not taken it on a trip yet. That will be remedied in a couple of days, when I am on the road for the next 2 months through April 6th, as I am traveling to the big island of Hawaii and then I will visit Vietnam. When I get back, I will indicate whether this sling bag is durable and well made.