XD Design Bobby: Anti-Theft Backpacks for Urban Everyday Life
A backpack that reliably protects your valuables from pickpockets is at the heart of the XD Design Bobby series. The Dutch brand XD Design is regarded as a pioneer in anti-theft backpacks and became internationally known chiefly through the Bobby series. Overall, the brand positions itself in the functional lifestyle segment between design object and security product, geared strongly towards modern urban mobility, commuting and travel security. The series combines backpacks and roll-top backpacks designed to protect against unauthorised access through hidden zips and cut-resistant materials, whether on the commute, while travelling or out in the city. This makes XD Design Bobby appeal to anyone who sees their backpack not just as storage space but also as protective gear for a laptop, tablet and other personal items. The series thus stands for a combination of everyday practicality and a clear focus on security.
Features and security of the XD Design Bobby series
Inside, the backpacks in the XD Design Bobby series offer a well-organised layout with a padded laptop compartment and structured pockets for cables, chargers or headphones. The zips are hidden within the construction, making the main compartment hard to open from the outside without noticing. Certain models in the series also come with built-in USB charging ports and RFID-protected pockets that shield chip cards from unauthorised scanning. The roll-top variant can be adjusted in volume as needed, making it suitable for spontaneous shopping or extra clothing, while the classic backpack shape offers an even, compact capacity for daily use. This makes the models particularly suited to commuters, students and business travellers who want to safely carry electronics and personal items every day, whether on the way to the office or on longer train or plane journeys.
How XD Design Bobby combines security and sustainability
Visually, the XD Design Bobby series favours a pared-back, smooth-surfaced design with no conspicuous seams, so the hidden openings barely catch the eye, resulting in a clean, unassuming city look. The compact, ergonomic shape provides even weight distribution on the back and therefore more wearing comfort in urban everyday life. The backpacks are mostly made from robust, partly water-repellent polyester or recycled materials, with many models made from recycled polyester sourced from PET bottles, fitting the brand's growing sustainability efforts. In terms of colour, the series sticks to neutral tones such as black, grey and blue that blend discreetly into different everyday outfits. Security, urban design and sustainable materials come together in XD Design Bobby, rather than ruling each other out.