Allett Daily Sling Bag Review

The Allett Daily Sling Bag is a versatile 7-liter everyday carry option that easily adapts to your needs. Whether you are commuting to work or traveling across the country, this lightweight and malleable design flexes to accommodate varying loads while maintaining a sleek profile. Made from recycled fabric with a weather-resistant finish, the sling offers reliable protection for everyday essentials.

Allett does an excellent job at incorporating an intuitive and thoughtful organization system. The internal organization offers quick access to your gear without the frustration of having to dig through a jumbled mess. In addition to the main compartment’s spacious capacity, there are several intuitively designed secondary compartments, each dedicated to specific items. This intentional design helps provide organization while keeping all your daily essentials within easy reach, no matter where your day takes you.

External Components

The Allett Daily Sling Bag is made from 100% recycled 420D high-density Oxford nylon that’s bluesign® certified. The sling’s material provides a flexible, lightweight feel that allows it to expand and compress based on your carry needs. All the zippers are YKK reverse coil and are designed to be ambidextrous. This helps ensure a smooth one-handed operation that enhances the sling’s accessibility. All of the zippers are incredibly smooth and glide with little to no resistance. For added weather protection, the exterior features a PFAS-free DWR coating that adds both durability and water resistance to help keep your gear protected from the elements.

The lack of dedicated grab handles is worth considering, given that this is a larger 7L sling, which can make holding somewhat challenging. The strap features soft nylon webbing with a magnetic buckle anchored to one side, allowing for easy removal or attachment even through clothing. The strap material is comfortable against the body and easily adjustable. Thanks to its flexible design, both sides of the bag’s strap naturally mold and conform to your body, adapting to your carry style, load, and preferred length.

The magnetic buckle system offers quick attachment and detachment functionality, though its fixed anchor point presents both pros and cons. While the anchored position ensures consistent placement and eliminates annoying front-facing buckles, it restricts the flexibility of how you can wear the bag. Generally, you will need to decide on your preferred orientation since the use of the magnetic buckle will vary based on the anchor point, and that determines which direction the bag can be worn.

Fit Notes

The Allett Daily Sling Bag has a sleek, minimalist aesthetic that works well for both casual and professional settings. Its flexible design allows it to conform naturally to different body types. The adjustable strap system and malleable construction ensure a comfortable fit regardless of your build or how you wear it. The clean lines and modern design make it an aesthetically pleasing choice for daily carry. At the same time, the practical features like the magnetic buckle and smooth YKK zippers contribute to its appearance and overall functionality. The overall aesthetic and design closely resemble the Bellroy Venture Sling 9L.

This all-black aesthetic is timeless and can fit in both casual and formal environments. This pack also comes in Blue Haze, Lunar Ash, and Sage Green, all of which provide a unique and colorful aesthetic, albeit at the expense of a certain degree of professionalism (depending on who you ask).

Inside The Sling

The interior of the Allett Daily Sling Bag is made with a high-visibility goldenrod Robic® 100D Dynatec ripstop nylon lining that makes it easy to spot the gear inside. A fairly discreet back zipper compartment provides secure storage for sensitive items like passports, travel documents, IDs, and cash. While this compartment offers plenty of space, taking up the full length and width of the sling, its slim profile makes it best suited for flatter items.

On the front of the sling, you will find a dedicated compartment for sensitive items like sunglasses with a soft felt lining to prevent scratches. This pocket, accessible via a vertical zipper, is ideal for sunglasses or a phone, although its front-facing position means contents could be vulnerable to impacts. The zipper placement of this compartment also influences how you might wear the sling, as the pocket can only be accessed from one side.

In the main compartment of the Allett Daily Sling Bag, a large dedicated sleeve is thoughtfully positioned against the back wall of the main compartment, spanning its entire length and width. While designed primarily for flatter items due to limited expandability, this structured pocket provides excellent protection for your devices. It can accommodate a variety of electronics, including a Kindle Paperwhite, a standard Nintendo Switch, portable power banks, and larger smartphones like the iPhone 15 Pro Max or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

The interior features two sets of organizational pockets on opposite sides. On one side, you’ll find stretchy slip pockets in large, medium, and small sizes that offer flexible storage for various items. The opposite wall mirrors this setup but with non-stretch slip pockets of the same size. While these pockets provide nice organization, it is worth noting that they lack any closure mechanism, which means loose items could potentially fall out. To keep track of your keys, there’s a built-in key ring at the top featuring a simple but effective plastic carabiner that makes finding and accessing your keys quick and intuitive.

The remaining space in the main compartment provides ample room for your daily essentials. This open area accommodates larger items like a small water bottle, a small camera, or other similarly sized gear while still maintaining easy access to the organized sections. The flexibility of this space allows you to maximize the sling’s 7-liter capacity based on your specific carry needs.

The Allett Daily Sling Bag is a versatile and spacious option for everyday carry. Its thoughtful organization, weather-resistant materials, and flexible capacity make it reliable for various use cases. The high-visibility interior, magnetic strap system, and dedicated compartments create a comfortable user experience.

While the strap’s fixed anchor point and lack of grab handles may limit some carrying options, these are minor trade-offs considering the overall functionality. The recycled materials and sustainable production methods add value for environmentally conscious consumers. This sling excels as a daily carry solution that adapts to varying loads while maintaining a sleek, professional appearance. Whether commuting to work or exploring a new city, the Allett Daily Sling Bag proves to be a capable and well-designed everyday companion.