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score 38 · Answer 1

Tortuga Travel Backpack

Top Pro

Extremely durable

This pack can be taken on year-long trips around the world. It can face an unimaginable number of different environments and take a huge amount of abuse. After all that, it can still be used actively and works just as well as a new bag. See More

Top Con

Not great for shorter people

The torso fit for the Tortuga is 18"+, there is currently no version available for those with a shorter torso. See More

Top Pro

Lockable zippers for security

The zippers on the main compartment are lockable to help keep your belongings safe. See More

Top Con

Unattractive design

The Tortuga is only available in one color and has a boxy shape that some people find unattractive. See More

Top Pro

Front pockets for quick access

There are two zippered pockets on the hip belt for easy access to money, tickets, etc.. See More

Top Pro

Can handle larger laptops

The separate laptop compartment fits up to a 17" laptop. See More

Top Pro

Easily fits under seats

The boxy design of the Tortuga means it can be easily stored under train or bus seats while traveling. See More

Top Pro

Two carry handles for navigating busy areas

There are two padded carry handles, one at the top and another at the side. This makes it easy to carry the pack when you're navigating a tight place, like cramped aisles or busy subways. See More

Specs

Weight:3.65 lbs

Dimensions:2 x 14 x 9 in

Capacity:44L

Torso Fit:18+ in.

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score 13 · Answer 2

Minaal Carry-on 2.0 Bag

Top Pro

Includes raincover

A raincover comes with the pack. See More

Top Con

Hip belt sold separately

There is a hipbelt available for the Minaal, but it will be sold separately. See More

Top Pro

Lockable zippers for security

There are locking zippers on both the main compartment and laptop compartment. The zippers are close enough together that you can use the same lock for both. See More

Top Pro

Straps can be stowed away

The straps can be zipped away, giving the bag a slimmer profile (more suitcase-like), and protects the straps from damage. See More

Top Pro

Three-dimensional zippered pockets for organization

Two pockets inside the main compartment are three dimensional, acting as built-in packing cubes. See More

Specs

Weight:?

Dimensions:21.7 x 13.8 x 7.9 in

Capacity:35L

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score 10 · Answer 3

Osprey Porter 30

Top Con

Only one external pocket

The only external pocket is the front panel organizational compartment for papers, tablets and a laptop. There are no pockets for food or anything else you may want quick access to. See More

Top Pro

Padded carry handles

There are two padded grab handles, one at the top and the other at the side. See More

Top Con

Minimal support makes it uncomfortable to wear for long periods

The padding on both the shoulder straps and hip belt is quite light. Especially when heavy, the straps can dig into your shoulders and become uncomfortable. See More

Top Pro

Attachments for a daypack

Reinforced loops allow you to attach a daypack to the front of the Porter (designed specifically for the Daylite Pack). See More

Top Con

No internal compression straps

There are no straps in the main compartment to help secure your belongings, so they may shift while traveling. See More

Top Pro

Stowaway harness

They quickly hide away in a zippered pouch to protect that harness when stowed, or to keep them out of the way when navigating tight places. See More

Specs

Weight:2.49 lbs

Dimensions:21 x 15 x 11 in

Capacity:30L

Torso fit:?

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score 6 · Answer 4

The North Face Router Backpack

Top Pro

Nice looking pack

It's not always easy to find a travel backpack that also looks nice. The Router has a nice style and comes in 5 different colors. See More

Top Con

Laptop compartment isn't protective

The padding in the separate laptop compartment is fairly light, providing limited protection to your laptop. See More

Top Pro

Fits larger laptops

The laptop compartment fits up to a 17" laptop. See More

Top Con

Lack of support due to minimal hipbelt

The hip belt is just a nylon strap, it doesn't provide any padding. See More

Specs

Weight:3 lbs 4.91 oz

Dimensions:21 x 13.75 x 8 in

Capacity:35L

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score 2 · Answer 5

Osprey Comet

Top Con

Laptop sleeve doesn't protect your laptop

The laptop sleeve offers very little padding, with no way to strap down your laptop to keep it from shifting around. See More

Top Pro

Long-lasting pack

The pack is high quality and very durable. See More

Top Con

Waist strap offers very little support

It's only a fairly thin strap, so it doesn't offer much support/help redistribute the weight. See More

Top Pro

Waist strap can be removed

The waist strap is detachable, so you can quickly get it out of the way when you don't need it. See More

Specs

Weight:1.92 lbs

Dimensions:20 x 13 x 12 in

Capacity:30L

Torso fit:?

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score 15 · Answer 6

Kelty Women's Redwing 40

Top Pro

Beautiful design

Travel backpacks aren't exactly known for their beauty. However, appearance was a consideration when the Redwing was designed, and it shows. See More

Top Con

No laptop compartment

There is no compartment specifically designed for a laptop, so the only option is putting it in the main compartment. See More

Top Pro

Lots of external storage

The Redwing 40 has loops at the front for hanging things off of, and mesh pockets for holding anything that may need to dry out. It has large pockets on both sides for water bottles, and a compartment at the front with lots of internal pockets for organizing. See More

Top Con

Carry strap isn't padded

There is only one carry strap, located at the top of the pack. It's a fairly thin strip of material and quickly becomes uncomfortable to hold, especially when the pack is heavy. See More

Top Pro

Front or top loading

You can either use this pack as a top-load, or a front load. See More

Top Con

Better suited for use with packing cubes/bags

There are no internal straps in the main apartment to keep clothes from moving around. And due to the fact the top of the pack zips away, you are left with the main compartment having 3 walls instead of 4 when unzipped. Combined, it's hard to keep your clothes and other belongings where you want them if not using bags or packing cubes. See More

Top Pro

Hydration compatible

Top Pro

Very comfortable

Specs

Weight:2 lbs 10 oz

Dimensions:23 x 14 x 12 in

Capacity:40L

Torso fit:14.5 - 18.5 in

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score 10 · Answer 7

REI Trail 40 Pack

Top Pro

Women-specific version available

There is a women-specific version of the REI Trail 40 available, which has a slightly smaller torso fit range. See More

Top Con

Pocket for hydration reservoir is difficult to access

The pocket for the hydration reservoir is external, located right behind the back panel. There is very little room, making it hard to access and can only fit a small amount of water (around 1.5L). See More

Top Pro

Pockets on the hip belt for easy access

The hip belt has two zippered pockets which lets you store things for easy access (such as papers, money or snacks). See More

Top Con

Internal bungee compression system can get in the way

The internal compression straps are a bungee system, which does not unclip the way most do. When your pack is full, this can make it a very tight squeeze if you want to access something in the back. See More

Top Pro

Four zipper access to easily get to your belongings

The pack is front load with four zipper access, allowing you to unzip from either the top or bottom. This is great if you want to grab something from the bottom of your pack without opening it completely. See More

Top Pro

Includes raincover

The pack comes with a rain cover that stows away in it's own zip pocket. See More

Specs

Weight:2 lbs. 14 oz.

Dimensions:21.625 x 13.125 x 10.5 in

Capacity:40L

Torso fit:M = 17 - 19 in; L = 18 - 20 in

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score 5 · Answer 8

Pacsafe Venturesafe 45L

Top Pro

Both compartments can be locked with the same lock

The Roobar design allows the zippers of both compartments to be locked with a single cable lock. See More

Top Con

Laptop compartment is at the front of the pack

Heavy items should be closest to your back. However with the laptop compartment located at the front of the pack, the weight can throw off your balance and make the bag feel heavier. See More

Top Pro

Anti-theft fabric

A stainless steel wire mesh is embedded in the fabric, making the pack much more difficult to cut open. See More

Top Con

Laptop compartment only unzips on one side

The laptop compartment only unzips on a single side, making it hard to access. See More

Top Pro

Stowaway straps

The shoulder straps and hip belt can be tucked behind the back panel. See More

Specs

Weight:3 lbs 7.4 oz

Dimensions:22 x 14 x 9.1 in

Capacity:45L

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score 4 · Answer 9

Patagonia Paxat 32L

Top Pro

Clamshell laptop compartment

The laptop compartment opens completely flat and is TSA compatible. See More

Top Con

Minimal hipbelt

The hip belt is a single strap with no padding. It doesn't help support the weight of the backpack. See More

Top Pro

Sits flat

The back has a wide flat bottom so that it sits up without falling over. See More

Specs

Weight:2lbs

Dimensions:22 x 15.5 x 10 in

Capacity:32L

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score 3 · Answer 10

Gregory J38

Top Pro

Women-specific fit

The suspension system and harness is designed specifically for women. The torso fit has a range suitable for shorter backpackers as well. See More

Top Con

Not specifically designed for travel

The J38 is a versatile pack, but not specifically designed for travel. It has some features you may not have a use for (such a pole loops) and is lacking in features you may find helpful (like a laptop sleeve). The shape is not ideal for storage (under seats, or in the overhead). See More

Top Pro

Integrated rain cover

The pack includes a color-matched, quick-attach rain cover. See More

Top Con

Expensive

Compared to other packs around this size, the price tag on the Gregory is a bit higher. See More

Top Pro

Very well built

Gregory is known for their very durable and well designed bags. See More

Specs

Weight:S = 2 lbs 12 oz M = 2 lbs 15 oz

Capacity:S = 38L M = 40L

Torso fit:S = 16 - 18 in M = 18 - 20 in

Torso Fit:S = 16 - 18 in M = 18 - 20 in

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score 7 · Answer 11

REI Trail 40 Pack - Women's

Top Pro

Includes raincover

The pack comes with a rain cover that stows away in it's own zip pocket. See More

Top Con

Pocket for hydration reservoir is difficult to access

The pocket for the hydration reservoir is external, located right behind the back panel. There is very little room, making it hard to access and can only fit a small amount of water (around 1.5L). See More

Top Pro

Four zipper access to easily get to your belongings

The pack is front load with four zipper access, allowing you to unzip from either the top or bottom. This is great if you want to grab something from the bottom of your pack without opening it completely. See More

Top Con

Internal bungee compression system can get in the way

The internal compression straps are a bungee system, which does not unclip the way most do. When your pack is full, this can make it a very tight squeeze if you want to access something in the back. See More

Top Pro

Pockets on the hip belt for easy access

The hip belt has two zippered pockets which lets you store things for easy access (such as papers, money or snacks). See More

Specs

Weight:2 lbs. 13 oz.

Dimensions:S = 20.25 x 13.125 x 10.5 in M = 21.6 x 13 x 10.5 in

Capacity:40L

Torso Fit:S = 16 - 18 in M = 17 - 19 in

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score 4 · Answer 12

TLS Mother Lode Weekender Convertible

Top Pro

Fits in all but the smallest of Air shuttle planes.

Top Con

Not water resistant

The material is not water resistant, so even a small amount of rain can get to your belongings. See More

Top Pro

Lots of pockets

It's very easy to keep the pack organized thanks to all the pockets on both the inside and outside. See More

Top Con

Minimal waist strap

The waist strap is only a single strap with no padding, so it doesn't offer much support. See More

Top Pro

Stowaway shoulder straps

The shoulder straps quickly zip into their own compartment, keeping them out of the way when storing or using as a duffle bag. See More

Top Pro

Variety of colors available

There is more choice than is usually available with travel packs. The TLS Mother Lode Weekender is available in 6 colors currently. See More

Top Pro

Can be carried as a duffle

It's a convertible pack, so you're not limited to wearing it only as a backpack. The bag includes a shoulder strap so can be carried as a duffle or a suitcase. See More

Top Pro

Lifetime Warranty

The bag has a lifetime warranty. See More

Specs

Weight:3 lbs 15 oz

Dimensions:22 x 14 x 9 in

Capacity:54L

Torso fit:?

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score 7 · Answer 13

L.L.Bean Quickload Travel Pack

Top Pro

Suitable as a carry on

The pack is carry on sized for most airlines. See More

Top Con

Shoulder straps can slip

When worn as a backpack, the shoulder straps can slip off your shoulders because there is no sternum strap. See More

Top Pro

Stowaway pack straps

The backpack shoulder straps tuck into their own pockets to keep them out of the way when not in use. See More

Top Con

Can be uncomfortable as a backpack when heavy

There is no sternum strap or hip belt to help you carry the weight. It can get uncomfortable when worn as a backpack for long periods, especially when heavy. See More

Specs

Weight:2 lbs 2 oz

Dimensions:22 x 14 x 7 in

Capacity:48L

Torso fit:?

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score 4 · Answer 14

Eagle Creek Gear Hauler

Top Con

Uncomfortable to carry for long periods

Not a great option if you're looking for a pack you can wear while exploring the city. There is no hip belt or hip strap, so all the weight of the pack will be on your shoulders. The shoulder strap padding is fairly minimal, causing them to dig in. See More

Top Pro

Very lightweight

With a high capacity of 48L, it is still very lightweight at 2lbs 10 ounces. See More

Top Pro

High capacity for a carry on

Capacity of 48L, a fair bit higher than the capacity of most carry on packs. See More

Specs

Weight:2 lbs 10 oz

Dimensions:22.1 x 9.4 x 14.2 in

Capacity:48L

Torso fit:?

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score 0 · Answer 15

Everki Titan

Top Pro

Checkpoint friendly

Folds all the way open to quickly allow visual inspection. See More

Top Con

Large

This bag is large, it might be too big for some smaller people. See More

Top Pro

Large

Up to 40L capacity. See More

Specs

Weight:4.52 lbs

Capacity:40 L

External Dimensions:14.96 x 8.27 x 21.26 in

Laptop Compartment Dimensions:12.99 x 1.97 x 20.47 in

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score 0 · Answer 16

Patagonia Headway MLC 45L

Top Pro

Plenty of pockets for organization

There are many pockets on both the inside and out to help you stay organized. See More

Top Con

Straps have very little padding

The shoulder straps are only lightly padded, which can be uncomfortable if the bag is worn for long periods. See More

Top Pro

Can be used as a duffel

This is a convertible pack that can also be worn/used as a duffel bag. See More

Specs

Weight:3 lbs. 2.3 oz.

Dimensions:22 x 16 x 9 in

Capacity:45L

Torso fit:?

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