AmazonBasics Black Soft Sided Pet Carrier Reviews Summary

Size & Fit

Pros:

• "Hi. I have a large cat (19-20 lbs). She is not only heavy in weight, but also big-boned. She fits in perfectly, and the carrier bottom holds her perfectly!"
• "It fits our 12lb maltipoo comfortably."
• "This Pet Carrier is comfortable for my 10 lb. cat. He has plenty of room to turn around in."
• "Size was perfect for my 12 lb cat."
• "Perfect carrier for our 11 pound cat. Good size, room to turn around without being so large she's rattling around."
• "It's perfect for my 10 pound cat."
• "This carrier is large enough for an adult cat or a small dog to fit in relative comfort."

Cons:

• "Just smaller than I thought, I know the measurements are on there I just thought it would be more sturdy."
• "Bought this for cat as in the description barely fits him way too small he can't even stand up in it."
• "The bag fit under the seat easy by height but did limit my foot space."
• "This is very small but the dimensions satisfy an international airline/flights to Asia via Korean Air cuz I wanted to take my cat in cabin which they allow."
• "Very small. I had to return. I have a Yorkie/maltese mix and it would barely fit him."
• "It is a bit snug for a 13 lb dog if it had to be in there for 6-7 hours straight."
• "It’s just about the right size for my 12 pound cat. She can turn around but really can’t stand up."

Material & Durability

Pros:

• "For a soft-sided carrier, it holds its structure well."
• "This soft carrier is very durable, attractive, and easy to carry while keeping Tenzin and everyone else safe."
• "This carrier looks well built."
• "Well-ventilated, well made, ample top and front entry with sturdy zippers, easy to clean."
• "Very well constructed, easy to quickly zip once the kittens are in, and feels sturdy to carry."
• "Very durable and high quality carrier."
• "This product it's lightweight well made and the cat doesn't seem to mind it as much as the hard-sided one I used to use."

Cons:

• "The carrier doesn't roll well. The wheels don't steer, so it ends up rolling and sliding."
• "Have had this for less than a year and now I have to buy a new one. Metal rod on top of carrier that holds the shape broke through the material and is very sharp!!"
• "The top two thin support rods were not connected but instead damaging the carrier."
• "This thing is garbage, made with the cheapest, minimal material as possible."
• "But, the zipper is coming apart after just a few uses."
• "A bit over a week after purchasing it, the metal pieces that keep the bag standing came out."
• "The metal bars that frame the bag began to puncture the plastic after a short use."

Comfort & Convenience

Pros:

• "The completely mesh design keeps the cat from overheating in warm temperatures."
• "Absolutely perfect for air travel. My cat is my ESA, so she has to travel with me."
• "Very comfortable. Would recommend if u are travelling by flight."
• "This carrier also has a nice shoulder strap and a clip inside to secure your pet."
• "Love that it holds its shape (does not collapse while traveling)."
• "The carrier can be carried by hand, over the shoulder, and even crossbody using the sturdy attached straps."
• "Love that it’s all see through so the kitten sees all around her and doesn’t feel trapped in and scared."

Cons:

• "I was disappointed with the hard bottom with a verrrrry thin cushion that he will be laying on."
• "The only issue was the fake Sherpa has Velcro’s to secure it down to the bottom of the bag."
• "The shoulder strap could’ve had better padding but that could also be due to the size of my cat."
• "The little pad it comes with is very thin so doesn’t provide much comfort."
• "It's a little flimsy, so when it's on your shoulder the bottom isn't flat and your cat is just up against you which could be an uncomfortable position for them."
• "The fleece pet bed is difficult keeping flat, and always crumpled."
• "The mat on the bottom doesn’t stay in place well either."