I used this for about a month during my commute to work. There are no noticeable scratches or stains. It was convenient to put a drink bottle in the side pocket and easily take it in and out. The front pocket with a zipper was also nice. The main compartment has a drawstring closure and one inner pocket. It can hold a lot of things, such as a folding wallet, a towel, a PET bottle, a cosmetic pouch, and a book.