The kids go back to school next week and among the items on that school supply list is probably a new backpack. There are so many to choose from, but which ones are the best? Here are the top five.

  • Most Rugged – North Face Hot Shot

    This backpack survived being tossed, stepped on, beaten up, and watered down. It boasts a host of smart designs including bungee secured water bottle holders and it’s great for organizing books, notebooks, pens, pencils and whatever else your kid needs to carry. It’s best for ages 13-18, comes in five colors and retails for $89.

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  • Most Stuffable – L.L. Bean Turbo Transit

    If your kid can’t cram all their crap in this backpack, you need to do some major decluttering. It has two large sections for textbooks and notebooks, and a front stretch pocket for lunch sacks and water bottles. There’s even a place for tennis shoes! It’s best for ages 13-18, comes in seven colors and retails for $70.

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  • Most Simple – High Sierra Loop

    Simple doesn’t mean they skipped the details. There are three sections in this one to keep the subjects separated, and a lot of specialized features like a hook for cleats. It doesn’t have a lot of padding on the shoulder straps, so it could make long days less comfortable. It’s best for ages 13-18, comes in 11 colors and retails for $35.

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  • Most Organization Friendly – Pottery Barn Kids Large Mackenzie

    This backpack has tons of organizational space and lots of compartments. There’s even space for electronics. It’s made of durable polyester and survived torture tests like being dropped, abraded and spilled on. It’s best for ages 8-12, comes in 19 patterns and retails for $45.

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  • Most Budget Friendly – Ful Superstition

    It’s made of some pretty tough fabric, has one large compartment and one smaller pouch. It can easily handle 10 pounds of books, notepads, file folders, food, sneakers, art supplies, pens, markers and pencils. It’s best for ages 8-12, comes in 10 colors and patterns and retails for $30.

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