Osprey Porter 46 vs. Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | N |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | Nylon 840D JR Ballistic 2xPU, Polyester 135D 2xPU |
Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 60×32×24 cm |
| Airline fit | 5% |
| Price | $130 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 10 accept both. 106 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo.
Only the Osprey Porter 46 fits
Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air Europa, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Nostrum, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, ANA, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern, CommutAir, Copa Airlines, Cubana de Aviacion, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, EL AL, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Korean Air, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Norwegian, Onur Air, Peach, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, Thai Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, WOW Airlines.
Straight to brass tacks, let's talk size. The Osprey Porter 46 packs a punch with dimensions of 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 56 inches deep. This gives you a generous amount of luggage space with 46 liters of capacity. Comparatively, the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L stands a single inch taller, but sacrifices width and depth, sizing in at 32 inches wide and 60 inches deep. This results in a snug 40 liters of packing room. If you're gearing up for a lengthy journey and need more stowage, the Osprey takes the cake.
Shedding light on weight, the Osprey Porter 46 stands heavy on the scales, weighing in at 1.5 pounds. On the other hand, the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L comes in lighter and more nimble at just 0.8 pounds. There's a clear edge here for the Kathmandu if you're a light traveler looking to maximize each ounce.
Diving deeper, let's compare these two packs:
- The Osprey Porter 46 uses standard Nylon, while the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L pulls ahead in the durability race with Nylon 840D JR Ballistic 2xPU and Polyester 135D 2xPU.
- The Osprey Porter 46 holds compatibility with 47% of airlines, towering over Kathmandu's compatibility rate of 19%.
- The Osprey Porter 46 features a compartment that fits a 1 inch laptop, whereas the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L fits a smaller 0-inch laptop.
As for reviewers' feedback, the Osprey Porter 46 garnered praises for its large capacity, durability, structured organization, and overall value for price. Several commented on how well-suited it was for urban travelers boasting of its excellent suspension and space. The Kathmandu Shuttle, in contrast, received thumbs up for its versatility, offering options to carry it in different ways, and its secure lockable zippers.
To wrap it up, the Osprey Porter 46 is a reliable heavy-duty travel companion best suited for an extensive journey or urban adventures. It offers a substantial amount of space in a sturdy and highly compatible design. On the flip side, the Kathmandu Shuttle 40L Convertible Backpack Cargo, being more lightweight and flexible in the ways it can be carried, is an optimal choice for those prioritizing lightness, security, and a less bulky pack-and-go experience. Knowing your travel needs is key to deciding between these two contenders.