I've just turned 50 and was looking for an inexpensive backpack that doesn't make me look like I'm wearing a backpack made for a high school boy. I suspected it would hold but decided to risk it. I'm really glad I did! I've had it for a few months now and have taken it on various types of travel on planes, trains and cars and so far it's holding up great. We travel a lot (or we traveled when people travelled), often for work, and I need something permanent to slip under an airplane seat. It's a good size and fits everything from my MacBook Pro to my accessory kit (big padded side pocket with all sorts of charging cables) to my big notepad with all my notes. This is my first external charging port and I really like its convenience. The side pockets are big enough for a water bottle and I love the simplicity of the front zip pocket. This backpack is comfortable to carry and the small top handles make it easy to grab when I want to carry it that way. It stands on its own, is convenient while waiting to board a flight, and I want to set it up for a few minutes without the constant worry of it falling. All in all a great deal that I highly recommend.