Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Zip Top Boat and Tote Large

I got the L but probably could've gone with the M size. It's kind of heavy but it can easily hold all my stuff so it's worth it to me. I went long strap but for a smaller bag I maybe would've got the short strap. All depends how you want to hold it!

I actually returned this one. My large, open-top, long-handled bag changed my life for the better but this one did not. I think it might be the zip top - too clumsy. I'll likely get another one without the zip for smaller errands and such. The bags are the best, though, as we all know.

Love the bag! Only reason I do not give it 5 stars is that the straps do not stay on my shoulders very well. I have a bag with long and another with short straps. I purchased the short strap first. It is a little difficult to get your arm through and up on your shoulder (especially with a coat on) so I ordered the longer strap on the second one.

Construction was exactly as expected: high quality and durable. Recipient was pleased. But the spacing on the personalized embroidery wasn't "kerned" to make the words look more natural. Every letter was spaced exactly the same, which meant the space around an "i" was the same as around a "w," which makes the "i" look like it has far too much space around it. I know it's all computer-generated spacing, but if a human were to intervene and adjust, it would look so much better.

Quality bag as usual. Would have preferred the embroidery to be larger.

Really cute. Fast shipping. Some loose threads

First of all, this is a Christmas gift so I didn't rate the stars very high. It looked very nice, sturdy and the monogram was perfect. I'm sure the recipient will enjoy it.

I'm giving this a 4 star review because the Monogram was not done right.

You can't go wrong with a classic. I love the added feature of the zipper. Great w a monogram.

Love traveling with this bag! Fits so much and I love the minimalistic look of it!

Larger than I thought it would be. Zipper is hard to close unless the bag is full or almost full.

This bag is a little stiff and wasn't expecting this but other than that this is great sized and perfect for the beach or other type of excursions. One thing about this bag is that I love that it does zip and it's not just open like most tote bags.

Love! I only wish it came with a little padding at the bottom to protect the items inside.

I love this. LL Bean continues to produce reliable quality in an economy where most are using cheap materials. The only thing I wish were different in this cell phone and keyless fob age is an outside pocket, and an inner pocket. The lack is noticeable.

Very difficult to get zipper started. Your back-order issues are atrocious.

Very sturdy, strong zipper, love the design Wish I had ordered a bigger size Overall a very nice bag

Dry well made and love the long handles. A bit smaller than I anticipated but that's my fault for not looking up the dimensions. Great over the shoulder bag. Use it as a purse with the zip closure

Wish the pocket version came in XL. It's great - holds a ton, perfect length shoulder straps. Used frequently for the park and other outdoor things with two small kids. Would love a pocket for my phone/keys or other misc small things. But this will be used all the time.

Well made. But monogrammed initials were in wrong order. However the recipient of bag liked the layout of initials.

This tote is very well made. It's tough and probably will last for years. I'm currently using it as a "pocket book" which will change soon. The material is so strong/rough that it's truly more for "toting" than for a personal bag. The price is right.

Great overall. A little bigger than I expected despite looking at the dimensions.

Bag is perfect, as always. The monogram is not the most clean stitching (there were two loose threads).

I love the classic LL Bean totes. I bought this one in Extra Large which was HUGE. It would be a good travel suitcase but a bit too big for more practical every day uses. I exchanged it for the Large size which is perfect!

It's really big! Very good-looking! It ended up being too big for my particular use, so I'm keeping it to use as an overnighter.

It's very well made. A classic. The monogram so personalizes it.