Bugatti Henry Backpack Review

Bugatti Henry Backpack: A Modern Backpack Built for Work, Travel, and Everything in Between

 

Finding a backpack that balances style, function, and durability can be a challenge. Some are too casual for the office, while others look great but don’t actually carry much. Enter the Bugatti Henry Backpack, a sleek vegan leather backpack designed to handle your daily needs and your weekend travel plans. I’ve used mine consistently for the last 6 months, and I’ll let you know what I like and what could use some work. To add a little perspective, I’ve used this backpack to carry around a laptop and other daily necessities for the office and for both domestic and international travel. I’ll cover how the Henry backpack works for all this situations and hopefully help you on your backpack journey.

 

TL;DR: QUICK SCORE SUMMARY

Overall Score: 4.6/5

Category Breakdown:

• Construction and Materials: 5/5
• Design and Functionality: 4/5
• Comfort and Fit: 4.5/5
• Durability: 5/5
• Style: 5/5

Pros:

• Premium water-resistant (it’s kept my stuff dry) vegan leather
• Dedicated padded laptop compartment
• Multiple pockets for organized storage
• Professional, modern look
• Comfortable straps with adjustable fit
• Works for daily commutes and travel
• Luggage sleeve for easy attachment to your carry-on
• Price ($109.99)

Cons:

• Heavier than some minimalist backpacks (closer to 3 lbs than 2 lbs)
• Not fully waterproof
• Limited defined internal pockets

Best For:

• Professionals who want a backpack that looks at home in the office
• Travelers needing a personal item for flights
• Students or commuters carrying tech and daily essentials

 

About the Bugatti Henry Backpack

Bugatti has been around for decades, known for making quality luggage and accessories that combine modern design with long-lasting construction. The Henry Backpack is part of their collection of sleek, everyday bags that are both functional and stylish. The design is timeless, and the construction is top-notch.

The Henry features a water-resistant vegan leather exterior with an eye-catching profile, making it perfect for anyone who wants a professional-looking backpack without going bulky. Can I just say that the vegan leather used on this backpack is buttery and soft. It truly is a luxurious material at a fraction of the price when comparing to a traditional leather bag. Inside, you’ll find a padded laptop compartment, another slip style large pocket, a zippered pocket great for small accessories, and plenty of space for work gear or travel essentials. Available in black pebbled vegan leather, it’s priced affordably for the quality you get.

 

Construction and Materials

The first thing you notice about the Henry Backpack is the pebbled vegan leather exterior. It has a soft, premium feel while being tough enough to handle daily wear. The water-resistant nature of a vegan keeps your essentials safe in light rain, and it cleans up easily if it gets dirty. The material really makes this bag feel like it punches way above its price point.

The main compartment pulls closed with some hefty pulls and a slider that keeps those straps in place. Covering that is a flap with two magnets that close with a very satisfying snap. They’re strong enough to keep the main compartment closed at all times, but be easily accessible when needed. The two exterior side pockets use the same magnets, only smaller. Their click when closing is just as satisfying. Inside, the padded lining keeps your laptop safe, and the stitching throughout the bag is clean and consistent. For a backpack in this price range, the build-quality is impressive.

Score: 5/5

 

Design and Functionality

The Henry Backpack is all about making your life easier without overcomplicating things.

Key features include:

• Dedicated laptop compartment that fits most 15.6” laptops securely.
• Main compartment with plenty of room for notebooks, chargers, and extras.
• Internal zippered pocket for quick-access items like your phone or passport.
• Side magnetic flap pockets for water bottles or umbrellas.
• Padded straps that adjust for a comfortable fit throughout the day.
• Metal hardware for that premium feel
• Luggage strap

For commuting or travel, the layout works really well. Everything has a place, and the backpack maintains its sleek silhouette even when packed full. I have had no problem fitting the Henry backpack under an airline seat, making it a great personal item. I had mine packed with a pair of shoes along with phone chargers and other small stuff and still had it fit under the seat. It’s an impressive bag.

If I have some issues with this backpack it comes with the fact that the main flap magnets aren’t always the easiest to get closed. Sometimes they snap right together and I’m good to go, but I’ve found sometimes the leather folds in certain ways and they need a little help to close. Is it a dealbreaker? Absolutely not. I do also think some more internal pockets could be beneficial. Just a slip pocket or two to accompany the laptop sleeve and zippered pocket. All in all, the bag is great, and it will perform when you need it.

Score: 4/5

 

Comfort and Fit

The straps on the Henry are padded and adjustable, making it comfortable enough for daily use. It sits nicely on your back without sagging, even when carrying a laptop. That said, it’s not the lightest backpack out there, if you prefer ultralight bags, this one may feel a bit heavier. The Bugatti Henry backpack comes in at around 3lbs where some other bags are closer to the 2lb mark.

There is no chest strap on this, but it isn’t designed to be an over-packed overland type bag or anything like that. I feel it still distributes the weight nicely on your shoulders and is a comfortable fit. The back panel of the bag is vegan leather, so it does not have any moisture-wicker or cooling material. In a backpack like this those aren’t common features, so you’re not necessarily missing out there. Again, this is a function forward backpack for commuting and travel, not a hiking bag.

Score: 4.5/5

 

Durability

Bugatti built this backpack to last. Between the strong stitching, reinforced straps, and vegan leather exterior, it can handle both everyday use and travel abuse. From commuting to tossing it under an airplane seat, the Henry holds up well. The water resistance is a lifesaver in light rain, and the structure keeps its shape over time. I have had no issues with 6+ months of consistent use. This means being thrown in the car, slung over my shoulders, shoved under an airplane seat, and being attached to my carry-on for those airport runs.

Score: 5/5

 

Style

Where the Henry really shines is in its style. It doesn’t scream “backpack” the way many others do, it looks polished enough for office meetings yet casual enough for weekend trips. The classic design, subtle Bugatti branding, and vegan leather finish give it a timeless appeal.

Whether you’re in a suit, business casual, or jeans and a tee, it just works.

Score: 5/5

 

Final Verdict

The Bugatti Henry Backpack is one of those rare bags that can go from the office to the airport without skipping a beat. It’s durable, stylish, and thoughtfully designed with the right balance of compartments and carrying comfort.

It might be a touch heavier than some ultra-minimalist bags, but the quality and professional look more than make up for it. At its price point, and with our exclusive extended guarantee coverage, it’s one of the best everyday backpacks you can buy.

I have loved using this backpack and wanted to share my honest opinion with you. I'll keep putting my favorite bags to the test so you can find our perfect bag.

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