When it comes to diaper bags, I’m a cheapskate—I’ll admire the Dagne Dovers, Petunia Pickle Bottoms and Posh Peanuts of the world, but it’s hard for me to spend on a bag that stows my kids’ diapers—and will likely be used for two years or less.

While I’ve been committed to using the Huhu Diaper Backpack for long trips (its adjustable inner compartments, sturdy sides and easy-open top actually make TSA agents stop and compliment it), I needed something smaller day to day. I’d tried Skip Hop, Target, Kibou and Amazon finds over the years, but it turns out that the Béis Diaper Backpack has become my end-all, by-all bag.

And right now, it’s marked down to $74—from $148—so I felt like I needed to update this story and shout the news from the mountaintops while it’s so affordable.

Honestly, after two years of use, I’m so committed I actually want to use it well after my diaper-changing days are over. (And we’re nearly there!) Here’s why.

The Béis Diaper Backpack Pros:

1. It’s spacious without being bulky. This is really its greatest pro. It’s a bit wider than a typical backpack, and roughly the size of most diaper bags on the market, but I can fit SO MUCH MORE inside. Seriously. I can fit a full pack of wipes, three bottles, a formula dispenser, changing pad, four to five diapers, two changes of clothes, my wallet/cell phone/keys, a teether, a bag with pouches, reusable placemats, a bib and spoons, diaper cream, hand sanitizer—phew, are you tired of reading this yet?—a toy or two and a sun hat, without fighting to zip it closed.
2. The doctor’s bag opening makes it easy to rummage for what you need. The hinge at the zipper helps the bag stay open, and keeps it open wide, so I don’t have to fight for what I need. My husband doesn’t like this when he’s trying to close the bag one-handed (you really need two hands for it), but I love that feature.
3. The pockets are wide enough for larger bottles (like Tommee Tippee’s). I can’t tell you how many bags—Huhu included—that feature pockets too small to comfortably fit wide bottles, or squish the silicone ones so they leak. Béis features roomy, wide pockets, so you can easily stow bottles, wipes, diapers or your phone in a moment’s notice, without having to fight to get to that one pocket that fits your needs.
4. A pacifier bag is included—as is a silicone teether! There’s also a chain to hold your keys, so they don’t sink to the bottom of the backpack.
5. There’s a trolley pass-through, so it can easily hang onto the handle of a roller bag when you’re traveling, making it one less thing to worry about as you dash through the airport.
6. The odor-proof bag is great for holding a spare change of clothes—or holding the end result of a blowout diaper, should you need to. It looks like a chic, rubbery clutch too.
7. It’s comfortable. The straps are cushy and wide and don’t dig into my shoulders, even when the bag is fully loaded and bogged down.

The Bag’s Cons:

1. The included changing pad is a bit flimsy, which is often the case with diaper bags, but it gets the job done and doesn’t take up much space.
2. There’s an insulated pocket inside for bottles, but I wish that section was larger, so I could fit two or three bottles there at a time. Now that my son no longer uses bottles, it’s a fine storage pocket.
3. The doctor’s bag opening makes it hard to close one-handed while holding a baby. (It’s a blessing and a curse, I guess! But the blessing outweighs it for me.)

How Does It Compare to the Ultimate Diaper Backpack?

I also own the Beís Ultimate Diaper Backpack ($198), which is much larger. That makes it great for long weekend trips and flights, but much too bulky to take anywhere for day trips. It has a detachable crossbody that can hold a diaper or two and your wallet/cell phone/keys, along with a separate compartment for baby wipes. That’s nice for short trips while you’re on vacation, but I do find that the crossbody strap comes loose very easily, often falling off me as I chase after my toddler.

If you’re only investing in one bag, I’d vote for the Diaper Backpack Bag that I have, or splurging on the (very similar yet sleeker) new Everyday Diaper Bag ($158-$178, depending on whether you choose Nylon or Vegan Leather).

The Verdict: Is It Worth It?

Yes! It’s survived all kinds of spills, drops and potential snags without a scuff. It holds everything I need and then some, and aesthetically, I like its look. I’ve gotten so much use out of it—way more than the $100+ handbags I’ve bought, honestly—that I’d totally recommend the splurge.