The Best Backpacks with Yoga Mat Storage
Updated How we research
If yoga happens between work and home, a dedicated mat bag can feel like one bag too many. Yoga backpacks fix this with external mat straps or sleeves alongside normal compartments for a laptop, clothes, and a water bottle. The mat attachment is the make-or-break feature: some hold a mat vertically, some horizontally, and some barely fit anything thicker than a travel mat. We weighed mat attachment security, laptop protection, ventilation for sweaty clothes, and overall comfort with a full load. Commuter-style packs suit people heading from office to studio, larger gym-oriented bags work for anyone carrying shoes and a full change of clothes, and lighter packs fit weekend practice and travel. Check that the straps handle your mat's rolled diameter, especially if you use a thick or extra-cushioned mat.
The short version
We compared 7 picks. Our scores range from 5.6 to 8.2 out of 10.
- Best overall:GOBUROS Yoga Mat Carrier Backpack with Mat Holder, Charging Port and Padded Straps. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.2/10.
- Also great value:Y.U.M.C. Yoga Gym Backpack for Women with Shoe Compartment and Yoga Mat Holder Straps. Value score of 8/10, overall 8.2/10.
- Solid build:WARRIOR2 Yoga Mat Bag Carrier Backpack with Large Pockets and Water Bottle Holders. Build and materials score of 7/10, overall 7.9/10.
- Feature-rich:Gaiam Holds Everything Yoga Mat Bag Backpack with Yoga Mat Carrier Sleeve. Features score of 7/10, overall 7.9/10.
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GOBUROS Yoga Mat Carrier Backpack with Mat Holder, Charging Port and Padded Straps
GOBUROS' yoga mat carrier backpack with mat holder, charging port and padded straps for commuters.
Y.U.M.C. Yoga Gym Backpack for Women with Shoe Compartment and Yoga Mat Holder Straps
Y.U.M.C.'s women's yoga gym backpack with a shoe compartment and yoga mat holder straps.
- 1.GOBUROS Yoga Mat Carrier Backpack with Mat Holder, Charging Port and Padded Straps8.2/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 2.Y.U.M.C. Yoga Gym Backpack for Women with Shoe Compartment and Yoga Mat Holder Straps8.2/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 3.WARRIOR2 Yoga Mat Bag Carrier Backpack with Large Pockets and Water Bottle Holders7.9/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 4.Gaiam Holds Everything Yoga Mat Bag Backpack with Yoga Mat Carrier Sleeve7.9/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 5.Ignotas Apparel Multi Purpose Backpack for Yoga, Travel and the Gym6.0/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 6.YHNNH Vinyl Records Yoga Mat Bag Yoga Backpack Multi Pocket Mat Carrier5.6/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 7.FekiLoot Colorful Octopus Yoga Mat Bag Yoga Backpack Multi Pocket Storage Bag5.6/10See on AmazonCheck price
GOBUROS' yoga mat carrier backpack with mat holder, charging port and padded straps for commuters.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Charging port lets you top up a phone from a power bank inside
- + Padded straps spread weight on longer walks to class
- + Mat holder frees up the main compartment for clothes
- - Charging port needs your own power bank to work
- - External mat holder leaves the mat exposed to rain
Y.U.M.C.'s women's yoga gym backpack with a shoe compartment and yoga mat holder straps.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Shoe compartment keeps dirty sneakers away from clean clothes
- + Mat holder straps secure a rolled mat to the outside
- + Works as a daily gym, office commute and yoga class bag
- - Straps hold the mat outside, so it can pick up dirt
- - Women-focused styling may not appeal to everyone
WARRIOR2's yoga mat bag carrier backpack with large pockets and water bottle holders.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Water bottle holders keep hydration within easy reach
- + Large pockets swallow a change of clothes and a towel
- + Yoga-specific brand designs the bag around mat carrying
- - Check the bag fits your specific mat's thickness and width
- - Multiple pockets can make finding small items slower
Gaiam's Holds Everything yoga mat bag backpack with a dedicated mat carrier sleeve.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Mat carrier sleeve protects the mat from dirt and scuffs
- + Holds Everything design aims to fit clothes, bottle and extras
- + Gaiam's broad retail presence makes it an easy pick
- - Sleeve may not fit very thick or extra-wide mats
- - Full packs can feel heavy with a mat on the back
Ignotas Apparel's multi purpose backpack for yoga, travel and the gym, an all-rounder daypack.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 5/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 7/10
- + Multi purpose design covers commuting, travel and studio visits
- + Backpack carry is easier on the shoulders than a sling
- + Plain style works for people who dislike obvious yoga branding
- - Check whether a dedicated mat strap is included before buying
- - Small brand with limited detail on materials
YHNNH's vinyl records print yoga mat backpack with multi pocket storage, a novelty design bag.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 5/10 · Build and materials 5/10 · Value 6/10
- + Vinyl records print suits music lovers wanting a fun bag
- + Multi pocket layout keeps small items sorted
- + Mat carrier design keeps hands free on the way to class
- - Novelty print may look less polished than solid color bags
- - Unknown brand with no material or size details listed
FekiLoot's colorful octopus print yoga mat backpack, a playful multi pocket storage bag.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 5/10 · Build and materials 5/10 · Value 6/10
- + Bold octopus design stands out in a studio cubby
- + Multi pocket storage separates essentials from the mat
- + Fun gift idea for kids or teens starting yoga
- - Novelty print will not suit a minimalist style
- - Check the strap padding and size before buying
Before you buy: trade-offs we flagged
No pick is perfect. These are the main compromises we noted for the top products in this guide, so you can check they will not matter for you.
- Charging port needs your own power bank to work (GOBUROS Yoga Mat Carrier Backpack with Mat...)
- Straps hold the mat outside, so it can pick up dirt (Y.U.M.C. Yoga Gym Backpack for Women with...)
- Check the bag fits your specific mat's thickness and width (WARRIOR2 Yoga Mat Bag Carrier Backpack with...)
- Sleeve may not fit very thick or extra-wide mats (Gaiam Holds Everything Yoga Mat Bag Backpack...)
- Check whether a dedicated mat strap is included before buying (Ignotas Apparel Multi Purpose Backpack for...)
- Novelty print may look less polished than solid color bags (YHNNH Vinyl Records Yoga Mat Bag Yoga...)
Frequently asked questions
›What is the best choice among the best backpacks with yoga mat storage?
GOBUROS Yoga Mat Carrier Backpack with Mat Holder, Charging Port and Padded Straps is our top overall pick. GOBUROS' yoga mat carrier backpack with mat holder, charging port and padded straps for commuters. It earns our score of 8.2/10, based on fit for the job, features, build and value.
›What is a good budget option?
Y.U.M.C. Yoga Gym Backpack for Women with Shoe Compartment and Yoga Mat Holder Straps is the strongest low-cost pick in this guide. Y.U.M.C.'s women's yoga gym backpack with a shoe compartment and yoga mat holder straps.
›How much should I expect to spend?
Picks in this guide span See on Amazon price bands (roughly: $ = under $30, $$ = $30 to $100, $$$ = over $100). We never display exact prices because they change constantly, so the buttons above always show Amazon's current price.
›How were these products chosen?
We shortlist products that fit the job this guide solves and compare their published specifications, such as size, capacity, materials and what is included. Each pick gets an editorial score out of 10 for fit, features, build and value, and we write the pros and cons from those details. Our score is not an Amazon customer rating. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, which never affects the ranking.
Yoga Studio Nest independently selects every product; we may earn a commission from links above.
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