Looking for a more sustainable option? We've ranked the highest-scoring ethical alternatives to Matadorin the same categories — backed by independent certifications and verified retailers.
TL;DR
The top ethical alternative to Matador is Pakt One Duffle by Pakt (94/100). Runners-up: Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Adventure Pack (Cotopaxi), The Carry-On (Pakt), Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack (Cotopaxi).

Pakt
The Pakt One Duffle is a premium, animal-free carry-on and is great value for organized travelers who want suitcase-like visibility in a bag.

The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Adventure Pack is a rugged, TPU-coated polyester travel bag that is best for organized travelers seeking a durable, carry-on compliant backpack.

Pakt
A meticulously designed, gear-focused travel bag created by minimalist travelers with a heavy focus on plastic-free packaging and transparent supply chains.

Cotopaxi
The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Travel Pack is the best for adventurous travelers looking for a durable, vegan, carry-on compatible backpack with organized compartments.

Pakt
The Pakt One is a premium 35L vegan travel bag designed for organized carry-on enthusiasts, making it a great value for travelers seeking a durable leather alternative.

Matador
The Matador SEG28 Backpack is the ultimate organized travel companion and is worth it for minimalist travelers seeking a durable, vegan, and high-performance carry-on.
Pakt One Duffle by Pakt tops our ranking with an QuickRatey score of 94/100.
Shoppers seek alternatives for stronger third-party certifications, cleaner ingredients, more transparent supply chains, less packaging or better labor practices than the original brand offers.
Many carry Vegan and Leaping Bunny certifications. Each listing displays its exact verified certifications.