The Lewis N. Clark Travel Pouch is an excellent choice for functionality and protection against travel security threats. The waist belt has an ultra-slim design that fits discreetly underneath your clothing and is constructed with RFID-blocking technology and durable rip-stop nylon. It’s even got self-repairing zippers. The multiple compartments keep your currency, electronics, passports, travel documents and more organized and ready for easy access when needed.

THIS CROSSBODY BAG HAS A SLEEK, STREAMLINED SHAPE perfect for smart-casual, modern, dressing. The main locking zippered compartment holds room for an iPad and has a zippered wall pocket. The front organizer has a drop pocket, 5 RFID protected card slots, a RFID protected Passport pocket, a tethered key clip with LED light and a locking zipper for added security. A front zippered pocket perfect for a smartphone or other quick-grab items and a rear slash pocket ideal for frequently needed items.

At a higher price point than the Sling Pack, the Pacsafe Vibe 100 Anti-Theft Pack comes with all the same anti-theft features plus some, like a Roobar locking system. It can hold more, too, such as a 7-inch tablet along with the usual suspects — keys, phone, wallet. Keep your valuables safe while on the go with lockable zips and cut-resistant materials all made in a hip pack made from recycled PET for optimal sustainability.

“As an avid beachgoer, I absolutely love the Aqua Vault Flexsafe anti-theft bags,” says travel blogger and consultant Marla Cimini. “It’s really a portable safe that offers peace of mind. You can fit a lot of things in this small bag that attaches to your beach chair or umbrella (or a fixed object), and it has a combination lock that you set yourself.”

Expect to fit all of the usual suspects you might want to bring on a beach day: phone, keys, wallet and any other small valuables. “It also features mesh pockets on the outside and a sturdy belt loop and a handle on top so you can carry it with you and use it as a purse or a bike bag if you need to,” Cimini says. “The material is tough, splash-proof, anti-theft and features RFID-blocking material. I highly recommend this bag for travel and especially peace of mind at the beach!”

“Pacsafe has been a leader in the field for years,” Coffey says. “They’re one of the ones that probably, in my personal view, really invented and took the category to where it is today.”

The Pacsafe Go Anti-Theft Sling Pack is one of the safest sling bags on the market. With its dual-release security clip and Carrysafe slashguard strap made with Dyneema fabric, it’s the perfect solution for traveling far or near — on a run or ride, backpacking through Europe or heading to your local music festival. The pockets are also RFID-safe, which shields you from electronic pickpocketing and identity theft, giving you peace of mind even when you’re not keeping both eyes on the bag.

This 15-liter Peak Design Everyday Tote really lives up to its name. It’s great for an adventure or your photo equipment, but it also works for everyday trips because it combines sleek aesthetics with functionality that protects, organizes and gives quick access to your gear. The extra-wide opening has a weatherproof UltraZip, seals with a magnetic clasp and folds over to provide extra pickpocketing protection.

“I really love my Baggallini,” says travel journalist Elizabeth Heath. “It has RFID-blocking [technology] and a detachable strap, and for its modest size, it really does fit a lot.” You’ll find plenty of compartments and pockets inside to store all of your smaller items.

We also love the options on offer, with more than 30 colors and designs available. “I bought the bag in a neutral/unisex color so that my spouse can carry it, too. That way, we can get by with one ‘purse’ when we travel, and I’m not left holding the bag and the phones, wallets, tickets, et cetera!”

“If [a thief] is not getting into the purse or bag, they’re physically stealing it,” says Coffey. “How many times have you seen someone put their purse on the back of the chair when they’re in a restaurant, right? Someone can just come by and steal that or put a jacket over a purse when someone’s not paying attention. So, you’ll want to able to detach one of the straps to secure it through some type of hole or the chair itself, so it can’t be easily removed.”

The Travelon Anti-Theft Essential Messenger Bag offers this protection. Its five-point anti-theft security system includes slash-resistant mesh inner lining throughout all panels, a slash-resistant strap, locking compartments and an RFID-blocking organizer.

With the same five-point anti-theft security system, including a lockdown strap, the Travelon Urban Anti-Theft Messenger Bag updates the Essential Messenger Bag with a sleek, squared design and a main compartment with two padded sleeves that can hold up to a 14-inch laptop along with an iPad or tablet. Buckles secure the flap over the main compartment, while front and rear pockets have zippers, offering excellent security. It can be worn as a crossbody or over the shoulder.

The Pacsafe StyleSafe Anti-Theft Crossbody Bag is a stalwart in the industry. It comes with a zipper security system that lets you can secure the zipper through a small loop — something Coffey says is an excellent and straightforward choice for added zipper security. The bag itself is made out of slash-resistant materials, including an anchor strap with a turn-and-lock security hook that secures around any fixed object. It might look small, but this crossbody bag fits an 11-inch screen and includes hidden pockets and an internal attachment to secure keys.

The Pacsafe CitySafe Convertible Backpack is a great design with a two-in-one option — it can be worn as a travel backpack or folded down as a handbag or crossbody bag. Any way you wear it, you’ll get all the anti-theft features standard for Pacsafe bags. There’s smart zipper security, cut-resistant fabric and a cut-resistant anchor strap that stores away neatly or secures to a fixed object, along with RFID-blocking pockets.

“Being professional photographers, anti-theft features in backpacks are incredibly important to us, as we often travel with huge amounts of expensive equipment in unusual locations,” says Jarryd Salem, one half of adventure duo Nomadasaurus. “We tend to carry our camera gear in backpacks, and our go-to now are the Everyday Backpack and Travel Backpack from Peak Design.

Travelon’s Signature Anti-Theft Backpack is a great choice for travelers looking for anti-theft features alongside a clean and functional design. The main compartment has an RFID-blocking slot that holds credit cards and passports. There’s also an inner zippered wall pocket with an attached key clip with an LED light. The hidden anti-slash pocket under the flap is perfect for your cell or sunglasses.

The Lewis N. Clark Locking Day Pack provides a roll-down main compartment with a three-digit combination lock that’s simple to set and protects your valuables at all travel points — it’s also large enough to accommodate a laptop. Perfect for everyday use or while on your latest adventure, the backpack also has an external zip pocket for quick access to specific items. However, there are no lock features on this section, so don’t put your valuables in there.