tomtoc Aviator-T37 Travel Crossbody Bag Review

The tomtoc Aviator-T37 Travel Crossbody Bag is designed with functionality and convenience in mind. This thoughtfully crafted crossbody bag provides a secure place for everyday essentials, whether catching a flight, heading to work, or exploring a new city. Its compact form is similar to a slightly oversized clutch, making it comfortable to hold one-handed when not worn across the body. Despite its slim profile, the bag offers impressive organization, including an RFID-protected pocket for securing sensitive items like credit or bank cards. The bag strikes an excellent balance between size and capacity, providing ample space for travel essentials without being bulky. The crossbody strap design is comfortable to wear throughout the day while allowing quick access to your essentials.

Known for its high-quality tech protection and organization solutions, tomtoc offers a range of products, including laptop bags, crossbody bags, and tech accessories. Their product line focuses on providing robust protection for electronics, with designs emphasizing functionality and a modern aesthetic. This makes them ideal for professionals and tech enthusiasts prioritizing safety and organization.

External Components

The tomtoc Aviator-T37 Travel Crossbody Bag is made from durable 400D polyester fabric with a ripstop grid-like pattern. This material feels smooth to the touch and pretty comfortable against the body when worn or carried by hand. The bag has smooth SAB zippers that glide effortlessly, even around the bag’s rounded corners. The main compartment’s zippers are also lockable and compatible with standard small locks.

You’ll find pull tabs around the bag, which provide leverage points for opening and closing pockets. While these tabs do not seem entirely necessary given how smoothly the zippers operate, they serve a dual purpose as attachment points for small accessories, depending on the size of your gear. Branding is minimal, with just tomtoc’s logo on the front and a small tab on the back.

A minimal grab handle on top is a nice additional feature, giving users an alternative carrying option beyond the crossbody style. This simple nylon webbing handle allows you to quickly grab it, whether inside another bag or you just need to pull it off.

The crossbody strap attaches to the bag via dedicated loops using triangular carabiner clips on the back. This design adds versatility, allowing you to detach the strap and use the bag as an organizational pouch within a larger backpack or travel bag. This feature proves especially useful when traveling, as you can quickly grab your essentials without digging through your main bag. The strap is made from a seatbelt-like material that’s wide enough to distribute weight comfortably across your shoulder without being bulky or uncomfortable. Since the strap is fully removable, you can adjust it before reattaching to ensure the plastic adjuster sits in an optimal position for your carrying preference.

Fit Notes

The tomtoc Aviator-T37 Travel Crossbody Bag keeps a slim, compact profile with a vertical orientation that creates a practical pouch-like design. With a spacious exterior pocket, added protection, and helpful interior organization, it firmly establishes itself in the “pocket-freeing” category of bags. This design allows you to comfortably carry all your daily essentials in one place rather than distributing them across multiple pockets. The bag sits comfortably against the body without feeling bulky, primarily due to its intentionally compact size. Available in all-black, the bag presents a modern, minimalist aesthetic that does not draw unnecessary attention, which can be a particularly valuable asset while traveling. For those looking for a lighter alternative, the Khaki Beige option offers a different option while maintaining the same sleek design with complementary black accents.

Inside The Sling

The front zippered pocket provides easy access with a clean, uncluttered design. While it lacks any kind of interior organization, this pocket is perfect for frequently accessed smaller items like lip balm, hand sanitizer, or gum. A dedicated key leash with robust metal hardware is anchored to the side of this pocket. It is secured with a fixed-length nylon tether that, while not elastic, offers a decent amount of reach so that you can use your keys while they remain attached to the bag. During testing, we had no issues unlocking doors while keeping the keys secured to the leash.

The bag also has a discreet rear slip pocket that sits flush against your body when worn, providing extra security for sensitive items like cash or travel documents. This pocket can accommodate most smartphones, though larger models may stick out slightly from the top. During our testing, we found that even partially exposed phones remained securely in place without falling out, regardless of movement or activity.

The main compartment on the tomtoc Aviator-T37 Travel Crossbody Bag features dual zippers that extend almost all the way down to the bottom of the bag, with convenient gussets on both sides to prevent items from falling out when fully unzipped. This compartment offers an impressive balance of organization and space. Along the back wall, you will find an expansive slip pocket that can accommodate up to six passports alongside an elastic mesh pocket that expands nicely to hold additional gear. A pen slot is attached to the side for writing utensils or a stylus.

The front wall continues the excellent organization with a dedicated RFID-blocking zippered pocket to protect sensitive items like credit cards, key fobs, and ID cards. This zippered section is spacious and accessible, making it ideal for frequently used items. Below this opening, there’s a mesh slip pocket with a minimal securing flap that keeps contents in place. During testing, we found this pocket particularly useful for storing wireless earbuds like AirPods, keeping them secure and easily accessible.

The rest of the main compartment provides ample space for larger or bulkier items such as a mini fan, small power bank, or even a compact camera. This versatility allows the bag to adapt to various scenarios, from daily commutes to international travel.

The tomtoc Aviator-T37 Travel Crossbody Bag offers an excellent carry solution for travelers and everyday users looking for a compact yet well-organized bag. Its thoughtful design balances security, accessibility, and comfort without compromising style. The RFID-blocking pocket provides peace of mind for travelers, while the intuitive organization ensures everything has its place. The ability to detach the strap and use the bag as an organizational pouch within a larger bag adds another layer of versatility that sets it apart from similar products. Whether navigating a busy airport, exploring a new city, or simply going about your daily routine, the tomtoc Aviator-T37 Travel Crossbody Bag keeps essentials organized and accessible while maintaining a sleek, minimalist aesthetic.