Mountain Warehouse Merlin 23L Backpack

The Mountain Warehouse Merlin 23L Backpack is a daypack for commuting and day trips, with a padded compartment for a 13-inch laptop or tablet, a front pocket and external bungee cords. Its listed dimensions appear implausibly small for a backpack, so confirm the measurements if fit is important.

At a glance

Padded compartment is specified for a 13-inch laptop or tablet.
Raised, contoured padded airmesh back is described as soft and breathable.
Reflective detailing is intended to increase visibility in the dark.
Bungee cords can attach walking poles, ice axes, torches or bottles.

Price

£17.00Save 15%

Reference price: ~~£19.99~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

A 23-litre capacity and front access pocket suit everyday essentials and day outings.
The padded back and dedicated 13-inch device compartment address comfort and basic commuting needs.
External bungee cords provide a way to carry selected equipment outside the main compartment.

Technical specifications

4 specifications

Identity
Brand	Mountain Warehouse

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	1 x 1 x 1 cm

Capacity and storage
Capacity	Holds up to 23 litres
Padded laptop compartment	13"

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listed dimensions of 1 x 1 x 1 cm conflict with the described 23-litre backpack. Treat that measurement as unconfirmed and check the actual dimensions before purchase. The listing describes the back as padded airmesh and the capacity as up to 23 litres.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Commuters carrying a laptop or tablet up to the stated 13-inch compartment size.
Day-trippers who want a 23-litre pack with a front pocket and external bungee cords.
Buyers who value a padded airmesh back and reflective detailing.

Less suited to

People who need a confirmed set of external dimensions before choosing a bag.
People carrying a device larger than the listed 13-inch compartment.

Mountain Warehouse Merlin 23L Backpack · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 283 ratings

5 stars69%69%
4 stars20%20%
3 stars6%6%
2 stars1%1%
1 star4%4%

Customer feedback describes the backpack as comfortable and spacious, with positive comments about storage, quality, appearance and value. Durability opinions are mixed. Those impressions may matter for everyday commuting or day trips, but they do not resolve the conflicting listed dimensions or confirm how the 13-inch compartment fits a particular device.

Positive themes

Customers describe it as comfortable and spacious, and appreciate its storage and front-pocket organisation.
Feedback also praises perceived quality, appearance and value.

Mixed feedback

Opinions on durability are mixed.

Frequently asked questions

What is the stated capacity?

The listing says the backpack holds up to 23 litres.

What size laptop does the compartment fit?

The padded compartment is specified for a 13-inch laptop or tablet. Confirm fit against your device dimensions.

Are the listed backpack dimensions reliable?

The supplied dimensions are 1 x 1 x 1 cm, which conflict with the described backpack and its 23-litre capacity. Check the actual measurements before buying.