TL;DR : I like the build quality and it suits my use-case nicely. I believe it is sharply overpriced and I don't believe it will hold up as superior to other bags over the long term based on other experiences as well as company policies. Packaging Quality 2.5/5 I received this bag packaged in a nondescript ngclab.com box and inside was a really thin plastic bag. I would have likely damaged the bag itself had I opened the outer box with a knife. Not a good first impression for a backpack being sold for $145. Material Quality 4.5/5 The bag appears to be well made. Stitching looks good, material quality is on par with the kind of durability I expect and the YKK zippers and buckles all seem high quality. The internal pocket system appears good, and the mesh seems high quality. I love the thickness and comfort of the straps and for my 5'9 build this pack sits nicely on my back with little to no discomfort. Compartment Variety 4/5 I found it very easy to pack my gear inside. Inside the largest compartment (with the 270 degree zipper) I comfortably keep a Henry survival rifle, wool blanket and 10x12 tarp as well as cordage and some other smaller things. in the next compartment up I keep a poncho, my gloves and my emergency rations. in the front top compartment I am able to keep smaller items such as a ferro rod, signal mirror, Fresnel lens, compass and mylar blankets. I have my bottle/nesting cup as well as my water filter system in the front pocket alongside some kindling and a collapsible stove. On the outside I keep a lighter, my multitool, a first aid kit (MOLLE pack) and some gorilla tape. On the straps I keep a whistle, a flashlight, my radio and my Morakniv Companion. I have strapped to the bottom a camping cot. I keep some carabiners as well so that at any time I can attach things to the outside with little problem. The included water-bottle pockets are great for more than water bottles. I do keep a 40oz bottle in one pocket but the other I am carrying my folding saw, handaxe and my trowel. I find the 45L bag fits everything just perfectly and it is very comfortable to wear over long periods. My pack is quite heavy but the lightness of the bag is appreciated. Price 2/5 Now for the part that seems to be the deal killer for this bag: the price. I have a REEBOW gear 40L MOLLE bag that I've used as my primary work bag since 2021. It's been all over the country with me and out in a wide range of conditions. Over the years that bag has been used and abused. And to this day, it still zips, still straps, still does everything. The only thing not working on it were the belly straps which I broke accidentally while tossing the bag around. I purchased that bag for $39 and it appears to have the same material quality at least on the outside. Thinner straps, lower quality buckles and possibly less luxurious material seems to be the difference between these bags. Now, I purchased the Wolfpak bag on sale for $110 and at that price it feels comfortable. But I couldn't justify the price at $145, which is nearly 4x the price of the competing REEBOW bag. brand name, no name, it doesn't matter. Both are assembled cheaply in China, where assembly is adequate but doesn't appear to differ much. I found the included extras to be a nice touch, although I removed all the patches as I frankly find them cheesy. Good for gym-bros but probably not for me. Warranty/confidence 1/5 Warranty appears really weak with the following noted on the website: "We will absolutely switch out any backpack that has a manufacturing defect within 90 days of purchase. Unfortunately, we do not cover any cosmetic damage done or normal wear and tear. Should you have any concerns with our products please reach out right away as avoidance/delay in letting us know may void the warranty. Each claim is handled case by case." A 90-day warranty for manufacturing defects tells me the company doesn't have a lot of confidence in their own product and I would be wary of this going forward. That said, I will allow for failures based on my own errors but if a buckle snaps from being dropped, that will pose a huge issue. I will monitor the stitching quality over time as well as that appears to be a weak point for other buyers. Total score : 2.8/5 Do I recommend? Ehhhh.... no. I can't recommend this bag at this price. I will be keeping it as it will indeed serve my needs but if I were on a budget, there is nothing this bag provides that can't be found for half the cost or less. The big thing it has going for it are the straps as they are very comfortable. I have yet to see if it will repel rain but I imagine it will do that nicely.