I own one of the uber-viral belt bags, and I’ll admit: it’s worth the hype. It holds just the right amount of stuff, can be worn as a crossbody or belt pack, and is perfect for walks, hikes, travel, and errands. (There’s a reason we gave it a POPSUGAR Fitness Award!) Unfortunately, it often sells out completely, and at $38, it may not fit into everyone’s athleisure budget.
Luckily, there are several near-replicas of the super-popular belt bag on Amazon, and one of the top-rated choices costs about three times less than the original. It’s the Telena Belt Bag ($11, originally $14), and it looks just like the real thing. It’s even a part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, so it’s more discounted than usual.
The bag has a lot of the same features, too. It has a main compartment and three mesh slots for holding valuables secure – including two that are about credit-card size and another that’s big enough for your smartphone. The material is water-resistant, and the adjustable straps and bucket allow you to wear it as both a crossbody and a belt bag/fanny pack. It’s available in 10 different colorways, from bright orange to trendy beige.
Nearly 3,000 Amazon reviewers have given it five stars, praising it for being “stylish and practical,” “high-quality,” and roomy. As one reviewer writes: “So much can fit inside of the pouch- it’s like a Mary Poppins bag and I’m always impressed with how much I can fit in it.” Customers report using it for theme park outings, hikes, travel, and in lieu of a purse.
One of the only downsides reviewers note is that the main zipper opens maybe a little too much. “My only very minor complaint is the zipper opens very wide so if you have something heavy like your phone in there just be careful when fully unzipping as something could fall out,” one customer writes.
It’s true that nothing will ever really compare to the pricier original – the quality is just unmatched! – but if you’re looking for a more affordable belt bag, this Amazon pick should do the trick. Grab one before it sells out, because it very well might.
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Lauren Mazzo was the senior fitness editor at POPSUGAR. She is a certified personal trainer and fitness nutrition specialist through the American Council on Exercise. Prior to joining POPSUGAR, she worked for six years as a writer and editor for Shape Magazine covering health, fitness, nutrition, mental health, sex and relationships, beauty, and astrology. She graduated from Ithaca College with a degree in Journalism and minors in Writing and Honors, with additional studies in gender, sex, and love.
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