Patagonia Black Hole 25L vs 32L (an easy choice)

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In this backpack comparison, we get hands on with the Patagonia Black Hole 25L backpack and the larger Black Hole 32L to find out what the real differences are. We also reveal 7 small details that could make choosing between the two a no-brainer.

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Video Chapters
0:00 Intro - Patagonia Black Hole 25L vs 32L
0:23 Size and Fit Differences
1:06 Pockets and Compartments
2:37 Laptop Sleeves - 32L Surprise
3:23 What fits inside the Patagonia Black Hole 32L vs 25L?
4:27 Small Details that Make a Big Difference
5:36 How to Choose (it's easy)

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[ablast]

Probably one of the best product comparison videos I’ve seen on YouTube. Structured, professionally filmed, easy to understand, and you compare each feature one by one simultaneously. Keep it up, the hard work and time put into your content does not go unnoticed :)

[Qorvus]

5:21 The way it falls is just too funny for some reason 😂

[Andrew-CZ]

Great comparison! Very useful. Thank you.

[friasrod]

Great review indeed! Super clear and useful information.

[comaneg]

yes I was going to sat, very comprehensive comparison (now I wish I had seen it prior to purchasing the 25 liters lol). thank you for this info in any case.

[G-Mulaa]

The old black hole 32L used to have a compartment for the laptop with a secure strap so it wouldn't slide around. It looks like this does not have that

[paulkhanna]

A quality review that didn't waste my time. Appreciate it.

[hikingwithsaabath]

excellent review, better than other reviews

[ExposedRoot]

I have the 40 liter which they stopped making. Perfect carry-on. Even has side compression straps. I leave for Scandinavia in 2 weeks and my 40 liter will be with me. Opens wider and has more pockets. I cannot imagine why Patagonia stop making the 40 liter backpack. It is perfect. Type it in your Google search to find it and if you can get your hands on a used one go for it. The extra space and the wide opening make it hands down patagonia's best backpack for travel. Not great for backpacking but definitely travel. They need to bring that back

[jannelytina]

Yes the color of the kislux is beautiful and it is a great decision, maybe one day they will add feet and straps. It would be nice to have a bigger bag during the colder months when we have to store gloves, beanies, scarves, etc…

[JF-ohie]

Amazing video. Thanks so much for this.

[dutchbachelor]

The bigger bag fits more items. Got it. 😜 Also: if you bring shoes on a 1-2 day trip you're doing something wrong.

[JackMoney]

Whats the camera cube you used for demonstrating the 32l? Thabks for the helpful review, its hard to compare from just photos online.

[aderz]

Great review! One question, what’s the height of the person modeling the backpack?

[Julesssbean]

Is the 25L unisex? They used to make a women’s black hole that is 23L for the older model, but doesn’t seem like there’s a women’s fit for the newer version.

[Miguel_anitez]

Great review! One question, I’m debating between getting one of these or the North Face Recon backpack for college. I need it to fit my 13 inch iPad Air, 13 inch MacBook Air, a few notebooks/textbook/folders, and have a compartment to hold a calculator, pens, AirPods, and other little things. Price isn’t really a factor for me, so do you have any suggestions? I want to get the black hole but I’m worried about the lack of internal organization, and that it might be too big and bulky for class (if I get the 32l one). I’m a 6 foot male btw, in case that impacts sizing or whatnot. Thanks!

[GoetheCronshaw]

HEY kislux !! I have been watching you for years and im so proud of where you have made it! I love you so much! Also thanks for making my day <3

[twinrixone]

the 32l looks huge on that model, how tall is she?

[FunZone]

Can you review the Nike Brasilia Extra Large Backpack? Please.

[GillesBattlefield]

What fleece are you wearing in this video?