Product of the North XO Elkin Backpack
A version of the Elkin diaper backpack in the maker's water-resistant XO fabric, with insulated front pocket, laptop sleeve and changing pad.
- $125List price
How the XO Elkin Backpack stacks up
Against the 111 diaper bag backpacks we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.
Within the typical range for diaper bag backpacks ($78.99 to $189).
What sets the XO Elkin Backpack apart
Measured against the 111 diaper bag backpacks we compare, from each maker's published specs.
- No stroller strapsunlike most: 54 of 63 diaper bag backpacks have it
Next to its closest matches
- Tactical Baby Gear Mini Daypack + MatNext to it, the XO Elkin Backpack is no stroller straps (the Mini Daypack + Mat has it); has laptop sleeve (the Mini Daypack + Mat doesn't).
- Petunia Pickle Bottom District BackpackNext to it, the XO Elkin Backpack is no stroller straps (the District Backpack has it).
Does the XO Elkin Backpack fit a personal-item size?
As listed, the XO Elkin Backpack measures 11.5 × 7.5 × 16.5 in. It is within every listed personal-item size below on all three sides.
| Airline | Listed size | Longest side | Middle side | Shortest side |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American, Spirit, Frontier, Allegiant | 18 × 14 × 8 in | 16.5 in: within 18 | 11.5 in: within 14 | 7.5 in: within 8 |
| JetBlue | 17 × 13 × 8 in | 16.5 in: within 17 | 11.5 in: within 13 | 7.5 in: within 8 |
Each side is checked against the matching side of the airline's published personal-item size, in inches as published. A soft bag can squeeze; a packed one may not.
What airlines say about diaper bags:
- American: “Diaper bags (1 per child)” Source
- Delta: “1 purse, briefcase, small backpack, belt bag, fanny pack, camera bag or diaper bag” Source
- JetBlue: “One diaper bag for lap infants” Source
- Frontier: “Adults with lap infants may bring a second personal item, like a diaper bag, at no charge” Source
- Allegiant: “Each fare-paying passenger traveling with an infant/child may travel with a diaper bag at no charge.” Source
- Breeze: “one (1) Infant bag per Infant, when traveling with an Infant;” Source
Quoted from each airline's page as of 2026-11-02.
XO Elkin Backpack: organization checklist
| Per Product of the North | Diaper bag backpacks that list it | |
|---|---|---|
| Ways to carry | Backpack | |
| Changing pad | Yes | 87 of 91 |
| Insulated pocket | Yes | 60 of 61 |
| Wipes pocket | Yes | 42 of 45 |
| Laptop sleeve | Yes | 64 of 70 |
| Stroller straps | No | 58 of 68 |
| Water-resistant | Yes | 55 of 55 |
Counts are of diaper bag backpacks whose maker says yes, out of those that say either way.
Listed features
- 100% water-resistant, wipeable XO body
- Insulated front pocket with mesh organizer
- 15-inch laptop sleeve
- Removable changing pad
Worth checking
- Stroller straps sold separately
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Full specs
| Product of the North XO Elkin Backpack | |
|---|---|
| Type | Backpack |
| List price | $125 |
| Size | 11.5 × 7.5 × 16.5 in |
| Insulated bottle pockets | 1 |
| Ways to carry | Backpack |
| Changing pad included | Yes |
| Stroller straps | No |
| Wipes pocket | Yes |
| Laptop sleeve | Yes |
| Water-resistant or wipe-clean | Yes |
| Material | XO Fabric (recycled polyester exoskeleton, bluesign certified) |
| Colors | 2 |
Compare the XO Elkin Backpack with
How each closest rival differs from the XO Elkin Backpack, from the makers' specs.
- Tactical Baby GearMini Daypack + Mat1.7 lb$129$129
- $4 more
- Petunia Pickle BottomDistrict Backpack2 lb$129$129
- $4 more
- Product of the NorthAvalon Diaper Bag Backpack$119$119.99
- $5 less
- ColugoParent Diaper Backpack$11920 L$119
- $6 less
XO Elkin Backpack: questions answered
From Product of the North's published specs, last checked 2026-11-10.
How big is the Product of the North XO Elkin Backpack?
About 11.5 × 7.5 × 16.5 in (width × depth × height). A typical day bag holds 4 to 6 diapers, a travel pack of wipes, a changing pad, one spare outfit, a bottle or snack, and a small wet bag for messes.
Does the Product of the North XO Elkin Backpack come with a changing pad?
Yes, the maker includes a changing pad.
Can the Product of the North XO Elkin Backpack hang on a stroller?
The maker does not list stroller straps. Universal stroller clips work with most bag handles.
How do you clean the Product of the North XO Elkin Backpack?
The outside is water-resistant or wipe-clean per the maker. Follow the care label.
What's the difference between the Product of the North XO Elkin Backpack and the Tactical Baby Gear Mini Diaper Bag Backpack?
By the maker specs, the XO Elkin Backpack lists for $4 less. See them side by side.
Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.
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Where these specs come from
Last checked 2026-11-10. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.