ENZOSUM cabin backpack 45x36x20 cm

What to know

Some cabin bags are little more than a soft holdall, this ENZOSUM backpack takes a more organised approach, with a suitcase-style opening and separate spaces for travel essentials. It measures 45x36x20 cm and has a stated capacity of 30 litres, so it is aimed at short breaks where you want to keep everything in one bag and have your hands free.

The main compartment opens 180° and has internal straps to hold clothes in place. There is also a padded compartment for a 15.6-inch laptop, a front pocket for smaller items, a rear zip pocket for valuables and a side mesh pocket for a water bottle. Two padded handles give you the option of carrying it by hand, while the shoulder straps, chest buckle and padded back are designed for carrying it as a backpack.

It makes sense if you want one bag for a long weekend, with separate places for a laptop and smaller belongings. The trolley sleeve can also secure it to a suitcase handle when you are combining bags. Bear in mind that the stated dimensions are measured after filling: overpacking could make it too large for the space you intend to use, so leave room to close and compress it. The listing also describes the fabric as water-resistant for light rain, not as protection for heavy downpours.

How to use it

For a short trip, the clamshell-style opening should make it easier to lay clothes out flat while packing, rather than reaching down into a narrow top-loading bag. Use the internal straps to keep clothing in place, then put items you may need to remove at security in the separate laptop compartment. The front and rear pockets give you places to split up smaller essentials, though the listing does not specify their dimensions.

From the way it is set up, this is intended to work as both a personal travel bag and a compact carry-on. Its stated 30-litre capacity and suggested 3–4-day use give a useful guide, but how much fits will depend on what you pack. It might not be a great match if you need to carry bulky belongings for a longer trip.

Practical tips

Pack the main compartment before deciding whether to use the side compression straps, tightening them can help keep the bag compact, but it will not compensate for filling it beyond its stated dimensions. For a weekend away, you could place folded clothes in the main section, keep a laptop separate for screening and use the rear pocket for a phone or wallet. That layout also makes small items easier to find without unpacking the whole bag.

The two grab handles are useful when lifting the bag into a storage space or carrying it briefly through a station. For longer walks, the adjustable shoulder straps and chest buckle offer another way to distribute the load. The product information does not give a weight, so the bag’s own contribution to your carry-on load is unclear.

Before you decide

Will it fit under an EasyJet seat? The listing presents the 45x36x20 cm size as suitable for EasyJet cabin use, but it also warns that an overfilled bag can exceed its measurements. Allow for what you pack rather than relying on the empty-bag size alone.

Can it carry a laptop? Yes. It has a separate padded compartment specified for laptops up to 15.6 inches.

Is it suitable for a longer holiday? It is described as suitable for short trips of 3–4 days and day trips. The information says it is not intended for longer trips with a large amount of luggage.

Buying verdict

Choose this ENZOSUM if a structured opening, laptop separation and backpack-style carrying matter more than having a large, open holdall. Its pockets and trolley sleeve suit a journey where you want essentials within reach, and the compression straps offer some flexibility when packing. If your priority is maximum room for bulky or extended-trip luggage, a larger bag is the more sensible approach, this one is best considered for a compact, carefully packed break.