i love this bag and i’m horribly picky lol. i’ve gone through so many. i hate huge bulky bags, and try to pack minimally, but wanted something that better accommodated occasions where i needed a bit more! i wanted to be able to actually fit a baby blanket in my bag, alongside a couple of bottles, toys, and snacks. for awhile i was unable to imagine ever enjoying the full-unzip feature on the itzy ritzy bags, but now i love it! i thought everything would spill out, but i have it packed well enough (thanks to the organization) that it doesn’t cause any issues. i especially love that this comes in a color—bag and hardware included, that i liked. i prefer black bags, with silver or dark hardware, rather than gold. i was in between the black and silver mini plus, or this one, but i’m so happy i picked this colorway! the features are great. the bag is a bit larger than my previous mini backpack, but it’s mostly the storage that allows for a more roomy bag! it’s so perfect, and made well. it does get slightly heavy quickly, but once it’s on your back it doesn’t feel too full. i still plan on fitting a change of light clothes, and some sunscreen. i love that the bottle pockets look nice when being used. and i can fit more if i needed to inside! i love my previous, bag and the organization, plus decor i added onto it, but this one just has everything i’m looking for! it would be nice if the side pockets were insulated like some of the larger bags, but i just take 8 oz. hydroflasks with me instead. :) also loving the new front pocket design. i hate the older pockets, which is similar to a loungefly bag that i had. the new upgrade looks so much nicer, and fits more, as well as being way more accessible. also love the rings on the side of the bag to add stroller straps, or decorations, and the bottom of the bag having a platform to protect the material. this one (though i feel guilty) was absolutely worth the money!