Osprey Porter 46 vs. Fjallraven Vardag Totepack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Fjallraven Vardag Totepack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 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 | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco S: 65% polyester, 35% cotton |
Fjallraven Vardag Totepack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.44 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×32×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $70 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Fjallraven Vardag Totepack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
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 63 accept only the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack.
Only the Fjallraven Vardag 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, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
Comparing Osprey Porter 46 and Fjallraven Vardag Totepack
Consider the option of the Osprey Porter 46 or the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack for your next carry on choice. The Osprey Porter's sizable dimensions take on any packing task like a stalwart beast of burden. It's not a shy bag. It holds 46 liters, ensuring space for nearly everything you need on your journey. The Porter also sports a padded laptop compartment fitting up to 17" laptops. Its Nylon fabric withstands heavy use and doesn't shy away from brutish handling.
In comparison, the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack provides a more compact solution. Size-wise, it stands shorter and thinner than the Osprey Porter. It's lighter too, just under half a pound. This nimbleness comes at a cost; the bag holds a humbler 20 liters. Still, its laptop compartment fits a competent 15-inch laptop. The bag is a hardy companion, made of G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco S: 65% polyester, 35% cotton.
Here's how they stack:
- Size: Osprey is larger (23" tall, 36" wide, 56" deep) vs Fjallraven (20" tall, 32" wide, 43" deep)
- Weight: Osprey tips the scales at 1.5 pounds, while Fjallraven stays feather-light at 0.44 pounds
- Capacity: Osprey holds a colossal 46 liters, Fjallraven takes the minimalist route with 20 liters
- Airline compatibility: Osprey's size may limit its acceptance with 47% airlines but Fjallraven glides through with 83% airlines
- Material: Osprey rides on the enduring Nylon, while Fjallraven chooses a blend of 65% polyester and 35% cotton
- Laptop compartment: Both fit a substantial laptop. Osprey's hauls a 17" while Fjallraven can take on a 15"
On the aesthetic end, the Osprey Porter is more urban traveler, less fashion statement. Yet, it's not without its admirers. One reviewer calls it a "mid-sized bag with great organization and an old-school backpacker look". On the other hand, the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack is eye-catching with its simple aesthetics and showcases durable craftsmanship. It stands on its own, both figuratively and literally with its reinforced base.
Both bags serve their purpose, each with its unique strengths. The Osprey Porter is your bag if you value capacity and durability over all else. Yet, if you prefer minimalistic design, lighter weight, and higher acceptance with airlines, the Fjallraven Vardag Totepack is your perfect companion.