Petunia Pickle Bottom Boxy Backpack Review

Our verdict

The Petunia Pickle Bottom Boxy Backpack in brief. Who it's for: the Petunia Pickle Bottom Boxy Backpack is right if: you want a structured, minimalist-styled backpack, prioritize the magnetic flap's quick access for top item.

What You Are Buying

It includes a built-in changing station with a removable pad and dedicated pockets for diapers and wipes, plus a magnetic front flap closure with extra security snaps.

It can be carried as a backpack or converted to crossbody carry, and includes stroller straps for hanging from a handlebar.

Performance

Daily capacity: A day's diapers, wipes, and one outfit change fit into the built-in changing station and ma in compartment, with two exterior pockets handling bottles.

Access speed: The magnetic front flap opened quickly for items stored near the top, but the narrow zippered opening on the ma in compartment slowed access to anything packed at the bottom.

Weight: At roughly 3 pounds empty, it's noticeably heavier than the streamlined pocket count suggests, a byproduct of the structured build.

What It Does Well

The magnetic front flap closure is a genuinely faster way to grab frequently used items than fumbling with a zipper, especially one-handed at a changing table.

The built-in changing station keeps diapers, wipes, and the pad organized without needing extra pouches, a nice built-in feature at this price.

The structured leatherette shape holds its form well and looks more like a standard structured backpack than a diaper bag, appealing for parents who want low-key styling.

What Falls Short

The narrow ma in compartment opening is the biggest practical drawback.

Compared to a full zip-top or wide-mouth bag, reaching items at the bottom takes longer and requires more digging.

Price relative to pocket count is a fair critique.

offer more total organization for a similar spend.

Who Should Buy It

The Petunia Pickle Bottom Boxy Backpack is right if: you want a structured, minimalist-styled backpack, prioritize the magnetic flap's quick access for top items, and don't mind a smaller total pocket count.

Consider alternatives if: you want more insulated bottle storage at a lower price (Itzy Ritzy Boss Backpack), or need multiple carry modes and higher bottle capacity for twins (Ju-Ju-Be B.F.F.).