Rank #5 in Best Hiking Backpacks 2026: 10 Ranked, and Only Two Match Their Litres
Bseash 40L Hiking Backpack with Rain Cover, 800 g
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Bseash 40L is the pack at number five in this guide: a £28.99 lightweight daypack with a rain cover, a 4.5-star average from 1,753 ratings and, in the listing's own words, 2 pockets and 5 compartments. It is aimed at travel, hiking, cycling and camping rather than at anything technical, and it is the sort of bag bought for a first trip or a long weekend rather than a season of mountain walking.
The litre figure in its name does not survive its own listing. The bullet that reads "CAPACITY: 40L" gives the size in the same breath as 53 x 33 x 20 cm, and multiplying those three numbers out gives 34.98 litres — roughly 12.5% below the figure on the label. That is a far smaller gap than the worst packs in this guide, but it is still a gap, and because a soft bag bulges once it is packed, read 34.98 as the floor rather than a hard ceiling. Everything on this page comes from the Bseash's Amazon listing, not from any testing we have carried out.
How those 1,753 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.5 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £28.99 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5 out of 5 from 1,753 ratings |
| Listed capacity | 40 litres |
| Dimensions as listed | 53 x 33 x 20 cm (20.9 x 13 x 7.9 in) |
| Capacity from those dimensions | 34.98 litres, about 12.5% below the 40L in the name |
| Weight as listed | 800 g / 1.76 lb |
| Material (as listed) | Polyester in one bullet, nylon in another |
| Pockets and compartments (as listed) | 2 pockets, 5 compartments |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“I love this backpack! It has the potential to be massive (I did 4 days in Paris with it)... but also straps can also be tightened to make it seem smaller for days out. The various loops make with excellent for attaching things to... it very versatile! I really like the colour.The inside pocket came away from the elastic too seem but some canvas tape fixed it a treat. I love it and take it on all adventures!”
Verified purchase“Great bag. Just returned from 3 months of backpacking and this was perfect. Very good quality. I really stretched this poor bag to what I could only describe as breaking point and safe to say it has not broken or threaded. Has great compartments, very spacious and all in all something that looks stylish and not too. Bulky”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Hiking Backpacks 2026: 10 Ranked, and Only Two Match Their Litres.
Questions people ask
Is the Bseash 40L actually 40 litres?
The listing names it 40L and, in the same bullet, gives the size as 53 x 33 x 20 cm. Multiply those three numbers and you get 34.98 litres, about 12.5% less than the name suggests.
How much does the Bseash 40L weigh?
The listing gives 800 g in one place and 1.76 lb in another. Those two figures agree with each other.
Is the Bseash 40L waterproof?
The listing says water resistant rather than waterproof, and includes an extra rain cover in a pouch at the bottom. One reviewer who took it on a cycling trip said the cover came in handy.
What is the Bseash 40L made of?
The listing is not consistent. One bullet says high-quality rip-stop polyester, another says nylon fabric, and the specifications list polyester with a nylon outer and a nylon lining. It is listed as machine washable.
Will the Bseash 40L meet airline cabin bag rules?
The listing says it meets size requirements for most airlines, but it does not state a specific cabin size limit to check against.
How many compartments does the Bseash 40L have?
The listing says 2 pockets and 5 compartments, 5 of them zippered, plus an interior pouch for a water bladder. The bullets advertise "multiple pockets", which does not match the 2 given in the specifications.
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