'I ditched my tote for this backpack that's reduced my back pain– I get loads of compliments'

If you're looking to swap out your tote bag for a commuter-friendly backpack, OK!'s editorial commercial content director Michelle has found the perfect one - and it helps with back pain

In the current WFH era, we’re often carrying heavy laptops back and forth from the office to home and this can be really damaging to our shoulders and backs, especially if you use a tote bag. If you’re struggling with this issue, it might be time to make the switch from a shoulder bag to a more supportive backpack.

Our editorial commercial content director, Michelle, has recently done just that and swapped her tote for Roka’s Canfield B Avocado Backpack, £74.95 here. Made from triple-coated weather-resistant nylon with adjustable shoulder straps and wide-loop handles, this bag is perfect for everyday use from rainy commutes to weekends out.

The backpack is available in three different sizes from small to large depending on what you need. There is a large pocket on the outside of the bag for easy access to chargers, iPads or notepads, as well more pockets in the inside to ensure all your essentials are organised. The medium and large sizes also feature water bottle pockets on the outside.

After recently suffering from an uncomfortable neck and back, Michelle can’t rave about Roka’s backpack enough saying ‘'I ditched my tote for this backpack and it's stopped my back pain – I get so many compliments on it'’.

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Michelle is not the only fan of the Canfield backpack, with the bag already garnering hundreds of rave reviews. One happy customer wrote, “Love the large zip and the gold over with magnets. Great space for computers and books. Love the side pockets that I use for hand spray and shopping bags. Sturdy and LOVE the carry angles as an alternative to back straps”.

Another bonus of the bag that shoppers love is the recycled element of the backpacks. Roka is a certified B Corp brand that is making its products sustainably through the use of recycled materials. Another reviewer wrote, “Beautifully made with useful pockets. I love the colour (spoilt for choice!). Clincher was that it’s made in the UK with excellent recycling credentials. What’s not to love!”.

If you’re looking for a slightly larger backpack that can double up as an overnight bag or long weekend bag, Antler’s Discovery Backpack, £140 here, is a great option. This durable and lightweight bag has a large 28L packing capacity and features a rear compartment that’s a great protective pocket for laptops or tech.

Another great commuter-friendly backpack is the HASAGEI Vintage Unisex Backpack from Amazon, which is currently reduced in a limited-time deal from £22.98 to £17.42 here. This can hold up to 15-inch laptops and features padded straps to ensure comfortability all day long.