What Pacsafe does

Pacsafe is a Hong Kong-based, privately held consumer goods company founded in 1998 that designs and sells anti-theft travel gear, including backpacks, crossbody bags, slings, totes, wallets, and accessories. The company is structured around eight product collections — Pacsafe X, V, GO, LS, CX, W, ECO, and EXP — each targeting a distinct use case from urban commuting to adventure travel, all unified by a proprietary anti-theft technology stack that includes Exomesh® stainless steel wire mesh slashguards, RFIDsafe™ radio-frequency blocking materials (10MHz–3GHz), Roobar™ locking systems, Dyneema® cut-resistant straps, PopNLock and TurnNLock security clips, and puncture-resistant zippers. The company holds 11+ registered trademarks covering its technology and accessory brands, including Travelsafe®, Coversafe®, Cashsafe, Prosafe®, and Retractasafe, and is a certified Travel Sentry partner enabling its TSA-approved locks to be opened by US airport security without damage.

Pacsafe operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model through two dedicated regional storefronts — int.pacsafe.com for the Asia-Pacific market and pacsafe.com for the United States — with fulfillment shipped from Hong Kong within 2–5 business days. The brand targets four primary consumer segments: urban professionals who commute or explore in dense cities, domestic and international travelers, adventure travelers, and daily commuters, with pricing spanning approximately $49 for entry-level slings to $289.95 for premium carry-on travel packs. Its marketing is content-led via the Pacsafe Stories blog, SEO-optimized product collections, an email newsletter with a 10% first-order incentive, and organic social media, supported by a store locator for physical retail partner locations. The company is GDPR-compliant and has expanded into sustainability with an ECO line built on ECONYL® regenerated nylon and rPET recycled polyester.

The company operates with a small team of 11–50 employees, has reported 9,007+ customer reviews with an average 4.7 out of 5 rating, and is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, parent company, M&A activity, or public funding rounds. Distribution is supplemented through physical retail partners accessible via store locator, and the company maintains a strategic conservation relationship with the Turtle Fund alongside its core technology partnerships with Dyneema and ECONYL.

Name

Pacsafe

Legal name

Pacsafe

Website

https://int.pacsafe.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Pacsafe is a Hong Kong-based, privately held anti-theft travel gear company founded in 1998 that designs and sells slash-resistant, RFID-blocking backpacks, bags, wallets, and accessories via DTC e-commerce to travelers, commuters, and urban professionals worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Anti-Theft Travel Bags & Gear

NAICS

Luggage and Leather Goods Retailers (458320)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

Backpacks & Travel Bags (CRAAAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outdoor Navigation, Safety & Survival Gear Retail (CRAMAAAE), Outdoor Travel Gear (Duffels, Packs, Dry Bags) Retail (CRAMAAAI)

Keywords

• Anti-theft backpacks
• Travel security gear
• Slash-resistant bags
• RFID-blocking wallets
• TSA-approved luggage locks

Headquarters

HQ city

Central

HQ country

Hong Kong SAR China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Pacsafe generates revenue through direct sales of anti-theft travel gear including backpacks, crossbody bags, wallets, and accessories. Products are sold at various price points from approximately $50 to $290 depending on product type and features.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Pacsafe designs, manufactures, and sells anti-theft travel gear including backpacks, crossbody bags, slings, tote bags, RFID-blocking wallets, portable safes, and TSA-approved travel locks. Products integrate proprietary security features such as Exomesh slashguard mesh, RFIDsafe shielding, Roobar locking systems, and Dyneema-reinforced straps to protect consumers' valuables during travel and daily commutes.

Product overview

Pacsafe is a travel security company founded in 1998 that specializes in anti-theft bags and accessories. The product portfolio consists of eight main collections organized by use case and technology: Pacsafe X (Metrosafe X) for urban professionals, Pacsafe V (Vibe) for active urban adventures, Pacsafe GO for versatile everyday travel, Pacsafe LS (Metrosafe LS Classics) for classic everyday use, Pacsafe CX (Citysafe CX) for convertible sustainable options, Pacsafe W for women's designs, Pacsafe ECO for recycled sustainable materials, and Pacsafe EXP (Venturesafe EXP) for adventure travel. Each collection features Pacsafe's core anti-theft technologies including Exomesh slashguard stainless steel mesh barriers, RFIDsafe blocking materials (10MHz-3GHz frequency), Roobar locking systems, PopNLock and TurnNLock security clips, and Dyneema cut-resistant straps. The ecosystem also includes complementary security accessories such as RFIDsafe RFID-blocking wallets, Coversafe hidden security pouches, Travelsafe portable safes, and Prosafe TSA-approved locks. The collections span multiple product categories including backpacks, daypacks, carry-on bags, crossbody bags, slings, waist packs, and tote bags, with materials ranging from recycled ECONYL nylon to rPET polyester.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pacsafe X (Metrosafe X): Urban anti-theft collection featuring the Metrosafe X technology for city travel.
• Pacsafe V (Vibe)
• Pacsafe GO
• Pacsafe LS (Metrosafe LS)
• Pacsafe CX (Citysafe)
• Pacsafe W
• Pacsafe ECO
• Pacsafe EXP (Venturesafe)

Products and services

• Anti-Theft Backpacks Backpacks integrated with Exomesh slashguard, RFID-blocking pockets, lockable zippers, and cut-resistant straps; offered in multiple capacities for commuters, students, and travelers.
• Crossbody Bags Slash-resistant strap crossbody bags with RFID-blocking pockets for secure everyday carry in urban and travel environments.
• Slings and Waist Packs Compact, hands-free anti-theft slings and waist packs offering secure carry for urban exploration and daily commutes.
• Tote Bags Anti-theft tote bags combining stylish design with hidden slash-resistant barriers and RFID-blocking pockets.
• Carry-On Travel Backpacks Travel backpacks designed to fit major airline carry-on size limits (22 x 14 x 9 in / 56 x 36 x 23 cm), suitable for 3–5 day journeys.
• RFIDsafe RFID-Blocking Wallets Security wallets that shield passports and credit cards from unauthorized RFID scans within a 10MHz–3GHz frequency range.
• Travelsafe Portable Safes Anti-theft portable safes for securing valuables in hotel rooms, hostels, and other accommodations.
• Prosafe TSA-Approved Travel Locks Combination cable padlocks and combination padlocks approved by Travel Sentry for TSA inspection at US airports.
• Coversafe Security Pouches Hidden under-clothing security pouches for discreetly carrying passports, cards, and cash while traveling.
• Pacsafe V 24L Active Backpack 24L active lifestyle anti-theft backpack from the Pacsafe V (Vibe) collection, designed for urban adventures with integrated security features.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.7 out of 5 average customer rating from 9007 reviews

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Travel SentrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTravel Sentry is a leading luggage security company that approves locks for airport security screening. Pacsafe's Prosafe® locks are Travel Sentry® Approved, allowing TSA screeners to open and relock luggage without damaging the bag during security checks. This partnership provides significant utility for travelers passing through US airports.
• DyneemacoreTechnology or IntegrationDyneema is an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber known for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. Pacsafe integrates Dyneema in their cut-resistant straps, providing superior protection against cut-and-run theft while maintaining comfortable weight.
• Turtle FundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPacsafe supports the Turtle Fund, a conservation initiative. This partnership reflects Pacsafe's commitment to ocean conservation and environmental sustainability, with a portion of proceeds supporting marine turtle protection efforts.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Eagle Creek: Eagle Creek is an established travel gear brand covering duffels, packs, and organizers — overlapping Pacsafe's EXP adventure and carry-on travel packs in both use case and retail channel footprint.
• Samsonite: Samsonite is the dominant global luggage incumbent with anti-theft secured lines (e.g., Pro-DLX 5 with RFID) and vastly greater retail/wholesale reach; while not security-specialist, it competes for the same travel-bag wallet share and outspends Pacsafe on channel expansion.
• Away: Away is a high-scale DTC luggage brand with premium hard-shell carry-ons and an expanding soft-goods assortment; while not anti-theft focused, it competes for share-of-wallet among the same millennial/Gen-Z frequent flyers.
• Briggs & Riley: Briggs & Riley is a premium luggage maker with lifetime-guarantee carry-ons and backpacks priced in the same premium tier as Pacsafe's EXP and CX lines, competing for business and premium leisure travelers.
• Osprey Packs: Osprey is an established outdoor/travel backpack brand with comparable daypack, carry-on, and adventure categories to Pacsafe's V, GO, and EXP lines; though less security-focused, it competes for the same traveler and commuter buyer.

Direct peers

• Lo & Sons: Lo & Sons is a direct-to-consumer premium travel-bag brand with carry-ons, backpacks, and totes at similar price points, competing for the same frequent-traveler buyer Pacsafe targets.
• XD Design: XD Design's Bobby anti-theft backpack series competes head-to-head with Pacsafe's Metrosafe and Citysafe lines, featuring hidden zippers, cut-resistant materials, and integrated USB charging, with comparable direct-to-consumer and retail distribution.
• Timbuk2: Timbuk2 makes messenger, sling, and commuter bags with anti-theft options, overlapping Pacsafe's urban commuter and crossbody segments and competing in DTC channels.
• Travelon: Travelon is the most direct anti-theft travel gear competitor to Pacsafe, offering slash-resistant bags, RFID-blocking wallets, locking straps, and TSA-approved locks across backpacks, crossbody bags, and travel accessories with overlapping product and customer segments.

Emerging players

• Vaultz: Vaultz specializes in lockable cases and portable safes for electronics and valuables, overlapping Pacsafe's Travelsafe portable-safe and Prosafe lock categories with a narrower, security-only focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Pacsafe

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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