These toddler backpacks are sturdy, affordable and too cute for words

Genevieve Mellberg

Genevieve Mellberg

Vee is a former American college student working in Australia this summer. Though they donโ€™t have any kids of their own, theyโ€™ve enjoyed teaching at preschools and kidsโ€™ dance schools these past few years. You can usually find them making music, painting, or hanging around any nearby animals.
Updated on Mar 27, 2025 ยท 3 mins read
These toddler backpacks are sturdy, affordable and too cute for words

Toddlersย are finally at that age where itโ€™s time to start carrying their own stuff and going off on their own. Well, maybe not fully on their own, but theyโ€™re a bit moreย independentย than before. With that independence comes a new necessity: backpacks!


The trickiest thing about finding a backpack for yourย toddlerย is making sure theyโ€™re durable, comfortable, and small enough for your little one to comfortably carry. At the same time, they have to be cute andย uniqueย just like your child is.

Weโ€™ve searched high and low, and ultimately have come up with this list of 10 backpacks that fit all our criteria. Whether you want to spend $90 on a backpack or $15, or somewhere in between, weโ€™ve got it all for you.

Pottery Barn Backpack โ€“ Rainbow Sun, Rocket


$32

Made fromย recycled plastic bottlesย and water-resistant polyester, we absolutely love these backpacks. Theyโ€™re super durable, sustainably made, and oh-so-cute.

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Rainbow Sun Backpack


Kip&Con Forever Floral Backpack


$69.00

This super adorable floral explosion of colour is made from canvas material and has so many pockets for little adventurers to enjoy. The brand, Kip&Co, is carbon-neutral and female-founded!

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Skip Hop Zoo Little Kid Backpack


$30

Now your kid can take a scaly friend with them to school,ย daycare, playdates, and more! This cute backpack carries everything a toddler could need for the day. Plus, we love the fish zipper details!

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Skip Hop Zoo Little Kid Backpack

Cath Kidston Dragon Novelty Backpack Kids


$32.45ย 

This unique backpack has a drawstring closure rather than a zipper, then itโ€™s closed with the adorable dragon face flap. The simplistic design is great for kids who need something a bit different.

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Cath Kidston Dragon Novelty Backpack Kids

Walkabout by Daisy in Dots Mini Backpack


$54.95ย 

Where most brands only carry one or two backpack sizes, this brand has a whole array! If you need to size up or down at all, theyโ€™ve got you. It all comes in this adorable print: is the perfect middle ground between busy prints and simple colours.

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Walkabout by Daisy in Dots Mini Backpack

Soll the Label Corduroy Backpack โ€“ Dark Sage


$49.95ย 

With this pick, youโ€™ve got the option to make it extra special by embroidering your childโ€™s name on the front! Itโ€™s also designed to be machine washable and waterproof inside for easy cleaning.

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Soll the Label Corduroy Backpack - Dark Sage

Fresh Honey Jolie Backpack โ€“ Peach Fizz


$89

Coming in 5 colours, the Jolie backpack is machine-washable, compact, high-quality, vegan, and padded all around. What more could you possibly ask for!

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Fresh Honey Jolie Backpack - Peach Fizz

The Somewhere Co Mini Adventure Backpack โ€“ Posy Skies, Surfโ€™s Up


$54.40

We cannot believe how gorgeous these backpacks are โ€“ but the cool features donโ€™t end there. The outside is made from recycled plastic bottles, plus itโ€™s super roomy inside and has tons of pockets. Your kid will have no trouble bringing everything they want with them, everywhere they go!

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The Somewhere Co Mini Adventure Backpack - Posy Skies, Surf's Up

Zara Baby Insect Backpack


$55.95ย 

Our favourite feature on this simple insect-themed bag is the unique zipper placement. Designed to be easy for little hands to open, your toddler will quickly fall in love with this backpack.

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Zara Baby Insect Backpack

Generic Toddler Bag with Dinosaur


$14.69

If youโ€™re on a tight budget, check out this dinosaur bag. Weโ€™re shocked with how well-made and cute this bag managed to be without the hefty price tag. The belly of the dinosaur is even an extra pocket!

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Generic Toddler Bag with Dinosaur

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