The PAJALA travel bag made a good impression in our test.
According to the manufacturer, the product was made by hand using only high-quality genuine leather. The product can be used for various weekend trips or for everyday use.
The product also makes a stylish gift for a partner. The manufacturer emphasises that the product should last a long time due to the high-quality materials and counteract the trend towards fast fashion. In addition to this positive effect, the product can also be combined well with different outfits thanks to its simple design.
Advantages
✅High-quality materials
✅Simple leather design
✅Functional
✅Long durability
Disadvantages
❌No instructions for use available
❌Contact information is missing
❌Labelling is missing
The first impression
The packaging and labelling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. Of course, adequate protection of the product must also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Unnecessary packaging waste was avoided, items were packaged compactly – but plastic was used | 85 points |
| Product labelling | No labelling of the material composition inside and no labelling of the choking hazard for the plastic bag available | 0 points |
| Total | 62 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The leather bag from PAJALA arrived in the typical Amazon box. The box was undamaged and easy to open by removing the adhesive strip.
Inside the box was the leather bag, which was wrapped in a large plastic bag . This guarantees that the bag will not be damaged during transport and storage . In this case, the product was fully protected and the leather bag was in good condition.
Unfortunately, the packaging of the leather bag is not recyclable and there was no labelling for children that there is a choking hazard due to the large opening of the plastic bag!
Furthermore, there was no recognisable labelling about the material composition of the bag. There was also no genuine leather symbol, as is usually the case with genuine leather bags.
The manufacturer still needs to take action here!
Nevertheless, the dispatch and product protection were very good.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the pack complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | Leather bag with carrying strap included | 87 points |
| Contact information | No contact options and no company name on carton/packaging and label | 0 points |
| Total | 44 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
After unpacking, there were two things on the dining table. Firstly, the leather bag and also a carrying strap, which is also made of leather.
Unfortunately, there were no instructions for use or a contact option on the packaging or in the bag.
What was also missing was the material composition and care instructions. The customer can only judge from experience how much weight the product can withstand or how to care for the product.
Such information would have been very nice, but unfortunately it was missing. At the moment, none of this information can be found on Amazon and we hope that the manufacturer will add this to Amazon and the product packaging.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Very nice, simple design – can be combined well with all common clothes | 100 points |
| Processing | the product has slight blemishes at the seams | 83 points |
| Stability | Leather bag can easily withstand a weight of 8 kilos – unfortunately no indication of the maximum weight it can carry | 97 points |
| Sustainability of the product | No information about sustainability – product appears to be of high quality and suggests that it is durable | 62 points |
| Total | 85 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Whether for a weekend trip, the gym or other occasions, the leather bag can be integrated into many activities as a fashion accessory thanks to its simple, elegant design.
The workmanship of the product is in good condition apart from a few small seams and minor material defects (which is normal for natural leather).
Unfortunately, it is not clear to the customer under which sustainability aspects the product was manufactured or the cows lived. Nevertheless, it is reasonable to assume that the product is sustainable due to its longevity.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Sufficient load capacity | The bag can easily withstand a weight of 8 kilos! | 100 points |
| Sufficient capacity | Whether on a short trip or at the gym, the bag offers enough space for different events | 98 points |
| Comfortable to wear with the shoulder strap | Very comfortable to wear, no cutting into the shoulder blade thanks to the leather strap | 97 points |
| Comfort without shoulder strap | very comfortable to wear, no cutting into the palm thanks to the leather strap | 97 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
In order to test the travel bag in practice, the bag was used for a visit to the gym. It is noticeable that the dimensions of the bag are more than sufficient for travelling or visits to the gym.
In addition to the towel, we packed sports shoes, shampoo, trousers and T-shirts. There is room for all of these in the travel bag.
It is even possible to stow individual necklaces, watches or keys in the three different side pockets.
As we don’t have any instructions for use, we had to estimate the minimum number of kilograms required. As most airlines have a restriction of 8 kilograms for hand luggage, we used this weight as a reference value. The travel bag can with stand this weight well and the leather strap makes it very comfortable to carry.
All in all, a great product that is very suitable for everyday use.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also analyse consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Good price/performance ratio | 93 points |
| Rating cut | 5.0 out of 5.0 on Amazon (too few reviews so far) | |
| Total | 93 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Prices of up to €339.99 are charged on the internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €38.34. With a price of €99.99, the Pajala travel bag is currently in the middle price segment. The price ratio is reasonable for the quality and scope of services offered.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labelling | 15% | 62 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 15% | 44 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 85 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 30% | 98 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer reviews | 20% | 93 points |
| Total | 81 points |
