Osprey Porter 46 vs. Fjallraven High Coast Totepack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Fjallraven High Coast Totepack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | front |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | removable |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 14in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | Bergshell®: 400D 100% polyamide (recycled) Produced without PFAS |
Fjallraven High Coast Totepack
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×31×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $90 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Fjallraven High Coast Totepack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Front on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 14in on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
Both have: water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 116 accept both. 0 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 65 accept only the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack.
Only the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Gulf Air, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
The Osprey Porter 46 is a solid, spacious backpack designed to hold your travel gear, and it does this job very well. Weighing in at 1.5 pounds and able to accommodate up to 46 liters of content, its size and capacity certainly standout. Furthermore, it boasts a laptop compartment that can fit a 1-inch thick laptop and is suitable for 47% of airlines. However, its size may be a drawback for travelers who prefer something more compact and lightweight.
The Fjallraven High Coast Totepack, on the other hand, is a versatile and compact option. At only 0.4 pounds and with a capacity of 23 liters, it's certainly far smaller and lighter than the Porter 46, making it a great choice for light travelers. It can also accommodate a 15-inch laptop and is compatible with 85% of airlines. Fjallraven's use of Bergshell®: 400D 100% polyamide 100% polyamide 210D gives the bag a distinct feel and durability.
- Size – The Osprey Porter 46 is larger at 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 56 inches deep versus the more compact High Coast Totepack at 14 inches tall, 31 inches wide, and 40 inches deep.
- Weight – The Porter 46 weighs 1.5 pounds, whereas the High Coast Totepack is considerably lighter at 0.4 pounds.
- Capacity – The Porter 46 has a much larger capacity at 46 liters; by comparison, the High Coast Totepack has a capacity of 23 liters.
- Airline Compatibility – The High Coast Totepack is compatible with 85% of airlines, noticeably more than the Porter 46’s 47%.
- Material – The Porter 46 is made of Nylon, while the High Coast Totepack is constructed of Bergshell®: 400D 100% polyamide 100% polyamide 210D.
- Laptop Compartment – The Porter 46 can fit a 1-inch thick laptop, while the High Coast Totepack can accommodate a 15-inch laptop.
Lastly, the public opinion seems to prefer the Osprey Porter 46 for its substantial carry capacity and reliable suspension system. Its clamshell opening also makes packing and unpacking more accessible, and the compression strap keeps the bag tidily packed. However, if you prefer a pack that is lightweight, durable, and eco-friendly, the Fjallraven High Coast Totepack makes a good claim for itself, with its versatility of carrying options and the fact that it can be packed and stowed into its front pocket. The reinforced and waterproof base also gives it more stability.