Stephen Joseph Quilted Backpacks

Bottom line

Reviewers say Stephen Joseph Quilted Backpacks will up the adorable quotient with 37 brightly colored designs for both boys and girls. Stephen Joseph backpacks have one large drawstring compartment with a magnetic closure to keep the top down, and a small zippered compartment. It's large enough to hold a small notebook and a change of clothes and snack. They also can be monogrammed.

Performance

Good size for toddlers. Stephen Joseph Quilted Backpacks are perfect for daycare or going on a play date. They have one large compartment, a small, zip compartment, and there is a magnetic closure to help keep the top flap in place.

Reviewers say this backpack is a perfect size for a toddler to carry their own diapers, wipes, a change of clothes and a snack. Some don't like that there is no separate, outside pocket for a drink. One expert reviewer says she experienced a few spill in the bottom of the bag from their sippy cup.

Comfort

Quilted for softness. Unlike some backpacks with their plastic construction, stiff zipper closure and thick straps, Stephen Joseph Quilted Backpacks are as soft as a favorite blanket. Several reviewers say their child fell asleep on the backpack and that it was as comfortable as a pillow.

Parents say they like the lightweight fabric construction, which won't overwhelm little ones. The straps are unstructured, and are easy for a toddler to put on and take off. They may need help with size adjustments, though.

Durability

Just toss in the washer. Parent rave about how simple it is to clean a Stephen Joseph Quilted Backpack -- just toss it in the washer and hang it to dry. Some reviewers say theirs lasted for years and was used by more than one child. There are a few scattered complaints about a strap or the zipper on the small pocket breaking. At least one parent warns against accidentally pulling the drawstring out when the knots on the end come undone. She recommends double-knotting the strings to avoid that.