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# Osprey Nebula

by [Osprey](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Osprey)

Discontinued — limited availability

Capacity 34 L

Weight 1 kg 2.1 lbs

Dimensions 49×31×29 cm 19.3×12.2×11.4 in

Airline fit 13 % of airlines

![Front facing view of the Osprey Nebula](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1601224005/carryons/ospreynebula_amojoe.webp)

**Deeper stats**



<table class="table table-sm table-borderless" id="carryon-details-table"><tbody><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Litres of capacity per unit of pack weight — higher means you carry more for less.">Capacity-to-weight</span></td><td><span class="metric-value">34 L/kg</span> <span class="imperial-value">16.2 L/lb</span></td><td><span class="badge badge-success">High</span></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Total interior volume implied by the outer dimensions.">Cubic space</span></td><td><span class="metric-value">44.1 L</span> <span class="imperial-value">2684 in³</span></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Gap between the bag's outer volume and its rated capacity — lower packs more efficiently.">Rated vs. shell</span></td><td><span class="metric-value">10 L</span><span class="imperial-value">10 L</span></td><td><span class="badge badge-danger">High</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

**Airline Compatibility**

✈️ 13% (25/189)

This bag is within the published carry-on limit of 13% of the 189 airlines that publish one.

[Link to Manufacturer](https://www.osprey.com/us/en/product/nebula-NEBULAF19.html)

## Our verdict

### Reasons to buy

-   The TSA-approved strap is really convenient when traveling. It also makes pulling and keeping your laptop fast.
-   Well-thought pockets and features good organization.
-   Good padding at the back panel which makes it comfortable to use.
-   The compression straps can offer a variety of functions.

### Things to consider

-   The front pocket can be hard to use if the whole bag is fully packed.
-   It is not waterproof but it is water-resistant. Drizzle won't ruin your day with this pack.
-   The chest strap nor the hip belt isn't padded.

## What reviewers said

-   "I bought this looking for a general-purpose daypack and for occasional overnight trips. The capacity is advertised as 30L and it feels pretty close to that. Osprey avoided lots of stupid extraneous pockets that eat into interior cargo space, fortunately. This also gives it a cleaner aesthetic."
-   "Love Osprey quality and thoughtful designs. Purchased for international travel, used for carry-on items then for 3 days of mountain hiking - lodge to lodge. Very good protection for 15" laptop and accessories when back at work. I like it and recommend it."

## Reviews from around the web

**Osprey Nebula 34 Backpack Review**
[expertworldtravel.com](https://expertworldtravel.com/osprey-nebula-34-backpack-review/)

> The Osprey Nebula 34 backpack covers all the bases for anyone who likes things well organized and easy to get to. Although this pack could be taken hiking, it is ideal for people carrying lots of different things like a laptop, tablet, cables, pens, books etc. It really excels at finding a place for everything.

**The Verdict – Is the Nebula Worth it?**
[alloutdoorsguide.com](https://alloutdoorsguide.com/osprey-nebula-daypack-review/)

> The Osprey Nebula Daypack is a great all-around everyday use backpack. If you’re a frequent flyer, whether for business or pleasure and prefer a backpack the Nebula is a no-brainer.

**Osprey Nebula 2019 Backpack Review**
[rmkoutdoors.com](https://rmkoutdoors.com/rmk-blog/2019/9/2/osprey-nebula-2019-backpack-review)

> t has amazing features and attention to detail. Every pocket on the Nebula is there for a reason and gives tons of options for the user.

## Features

<table class="table table-sm  table-borderless" id="carryon-details-table"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Storage</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a way to compress the contents to make them smaller?">Compression</span></td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="If this carry-on expands, how much does it expand by?">Expanded Capacity</span></td><td><span>None</span></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="The type of opening does this carry-on travel backpack have in degrees.">Opening</span></td><td>Clamshell</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a dedicated passport holder?">Passport</span></td><td>Top</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a pass-through opening so you can reach the main compartments without fully opening the bag?">Passthrough</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Carry</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this have backpack straps?">Backpack</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a belt that goes around your hip to help support the weight of the bag?">Hip Belt</span></td><td>Removable</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a strap that goes around your upper chest so help support the weight of the bag?">Sternum Strap</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Inside</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="What size laptop sleeve can this carry-on travel backpack fit?">Laptop</span></td><td>15in</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="The number of main compartments this bag has.  Side and small compartments don't count.">Main Compartments</span></td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does the main compartment of the carry-on travel backpack have features which help you organize?">Organizer</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Outside</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does the backpack have a hardshell component to protect your packed items?">Hard Shell</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry on have a rain-fly to protect it from the weather?">Rain-fly</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="The number of bottle holders this bag has">Water Bottle Holder</span></td><td>2 (side)</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Is this carry-on travel backpack made with water resistant material?">Water Resistant</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2"><span class="underline" title="What type of material is this carry-on travel backpack made of?"><strong>Material:</strong></span><br>MAIN: 420HD Nylon Packcloth BOTTOM: 420HD Nylon Packcloth</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Fits the carry-on limits of 25 airlines

Adria Airways Air Europa Air Koryo Air New Zealand Air Tahiti Nui Azul Airlines Azul Linhas Caribbean Airlines China Southern Croatia Air Cubana de Aviacion Hainan Airlines Korean Air Philippine Airlines Royal Air Morocco Saudi Arabian Airlines Sichuan Airlines SilkAir Silver Airways Singapore Airlines SpiceJet TAAG Angola TAM Airlines Ural Airlines Virgin America

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