Bogg Bag vs. Owala, Away, Yeti and Simple Modern: Which brand has the most durable beach bag?

NBC Selected independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you click on or buy through our links, we earn a commission. Learn more.LifestyleWe tested the Bogg Bag against four competitor beach bags — even we were shocked by the resultsWe schlepped the bags to beaches, parks and through the rain to find out which was the strongest and most functional.Aug. 19, 2026, 10:50 AM EDTCory FernandezCommerce EditorSkip to table of contentsThe Bogg Bag is available in small, medium and large sizes and is customizable with many accessories.Daaiyah James / NBCIf you’re part of a family of beachgoers, major league sports fans or campers, then you likely have — or are looking for — an ultra-durable tote bag that’s stood the test of time. A great bag, whether for the beach or another outdoor adventure, has to be waterproof, easy to clean and able to hold items of all different shapes, sizes and weights. This is why the Bogg Bag is one of the most popular tote bags on the market right now — it’s available in several sizes and colors (including prints), it’s compatible with many attachable accessories and it’s made of a strong and flexible plastic material known as ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA). But since Bogg Bag first launched, other brands have released their own versions of the all-purpose tote, including Owala’s The Sun-Day Tote, Simple Modern’s Getaway Bag and Away’s Beach Tote. This summer, our staff, including senior editor and tote bag enthusiast Shalwah Evans, tested these competitors to see just how they compare to the beloved Bogg Bag. We looked at functionality, materials, features, accessories and more, and even examined the weaknesses of each option. We also included testimony from editors who have tried other options in the past, including Yeti’s popular Camino 35 Carryall Tote.Keep reading to find out which bag was our top pick, what it had that the others didn’t, plus which types of tasks and events each beach tote might be best for. Selected.Our top pic...