If you’re thinking about upgrading to a proper pickleball bag for open play, you’re in the right place.

I used to show up to the courts juggling everything—paddle, balls, water bottle, even my purse—and more often than not, something (usually my phone) ended up on the ground before I made it from the parking lot to the court. Not ideal.

A good pickleball bag changes all of that. It keeps your gear organized and makes it easy to carry everything you need—paddles, balls, a hat, water bottle, towel, and even your electrolytes—without the hassle.

Here are some of the best pickleball bags and backpacks to consider. And if you shop using this link, you’ll automatically get the best discount applied to everything in your cart.

ProKennex Sports Series Tour pickleball bag for $99

This bag comes at a great price and it’s a perfect place to start for the new and intermediate players looking to level up their gear. The reviews are excellent with plenty of space to hold everything, as well as a separate compartment to hold your shoes. That’s a winning bag. 

Six Zero Pickleball performance backpack for $110

The Six Zero bag is another great option for a quality pickleball bag. It comes in four different colors including black, red, pink, and a rich purple. This is a more compact design if you’re looking for a smaller bag that still has plenty of room to carry the necessities.

Ame & Lulu pickleball backpack for $112

I’ve given this bag as a gift to my women’s dubs partner, and she loved it. This backpack is such a cute pickleball bag with its quilted fabric and separate paddle pocket. Offered in both pink and navy, this bag is a staple for the pickleball court. 

Selkirk Core Series Tour pickleball backpack for $129

Want to look like a legit pickleball player? The Selkirk pickleball bag is undoubtedly one of the most popular bags at my court. These are a best seller for a reason, thanks to their spacious design, insulated snack compartment, vented compartment for court shoes, and a laptop sleeve? This bag is truly everything in one. 

JOOLA Tour Elite Pro backpack for $139

Want to look like Ben Johns when you pull up to the court? Then invest in a JOOLA pickleball bag. JOOLA bags are used by the top players in the game, so if they’re good enough for the best, then they’re certainly good enough for you. A standout element with these bags is the wipeable interior for easy cleanup after long tournament days and the convertible backpack-to-duffle design for travel.  

Six Zero Pro Pickleball Tour bag for $149

This is the official bag of the Carvana PPA Tour, and it might be my personal favorite on the list. I love the black and pink colorway for the girls, and the black and red for the guys. This bag keeps up to six paddles protected in thermal-lined pockets so you can truly carry whatever you need. A major win. 

Anna Leigh Waters’ Franklin Pickleball Pro Series bag for $199

If you want to look as professional as Anna Leigh Waters does when she pulls up to compete on Championship Court, then this bag is where you should start. All white and branded with her ALW logo, it's made for legends and has all the space you need for everything.

Selkirk Labs Project Prestige backpack for $221

Looking for a unique design? Then check out this Selkirk bag. This is so different compared to the other sportier pickleball bags, and I love the design. It’ll make you positively stand out on the court and still have the ability to carry all the necessities of your game. 

OKTO Pro Elite sport backpack for $225

This pickleball bag has the best reviews so far, and it truly seems like a top-tier bag. It features all the bells and whistles from the previous bags, with so many unique additions. For example, this is TSA-approved size with a trolley strap, tuck-away fence hooks, and waterproof material. And pockets for literally everything.

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