I am reviewing this bag because of the negative reviews. This bag has worked very well. It has a covered pocket for pens and highlighters. I can carry my textbook, Nook, Tab, writing paper, and whatall with no problem. The small flap snaps shut; the major flat clips shut. It is very plain, which means it does not attract unwanted attention. The fabric is strong, and the bag is unstructured, with no extra weight. There is a small pad on the strip. The exact bag I need for a class in school, or to carry along. There is no reason I can see to downrate this bag at all. Quality, and very inexpensive.