Osprey Porter 46 vs. Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | Y |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 600D Recycled polyester, 150D Recycled polyester |
Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0.72 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×31×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $110 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
Both have: laptop sleeve, 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 61 accept only the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
Only the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, 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, 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.
The Osprey Porter 46 and the Pacsafe Go 25L Anti-Theft Backpack each cater to a unique subset of the travel population. The Porter 46 is a behemoth, effortlessly swallowing luggage for multi-day trips or gear-heavy endeavors. It's slightly heavier at 1.5 pounds, attributed to the nylon construction and the strong suspension system it offers. At a 46-liter capacity, it lives up to its name — a reliable porter, always on hand to carry your extra load. Reviewers express appreciation for the Porter's expansive inside, noting that the full-clamshell opening simplifies the otherwise daunting task of packing and repacking.
On the other hand, the Go 25L is a much more compact backpack, ideal for day trips or as a carry on supplement to a bigger suitcase. Aesthetically, it shines with its minimalist design and eco-friendly construction — 600D to 150D recycled polyester. Despite its size, it manages to pack a punch, with space for a 16-inch laptop in the dedicated compartment. What really sets it apart, however, are the anti-theft features that Pacsafe is known for, such as eXomesh slashguards, lockable zippers, and RFID blocking pockets.
- Size: Osprey Porter 46 is larger than the Pacsafe Go 25L.
- Weight: Osprey Porter 46 weighs more than the Pacsafe Go 25L.
- Capacity: Capacity of Osprey Porter 46 (46L) is almost double that of the Pacsafe Go 25L (25L).
- Material: Difference in primary material with the Osprey Porter 46 using Nylon and the Pacsafe Go 25L using Recycled polyester.
- Laptop Compartment: Laptop compartment on the Osprey Porter 46 can fit a 1 inch laptop, while the Pacsafe Go 25L can fit a 16 inch laptop.
- Airline Compatibility: The Pacsafe Go 25L has a higher airline compatibility at 82% compared to the Osprey Porter 46 at 47%.
In terms of comfort, while the Osprey Porter 46 offers a good suspension system that can comfortably carry larger loads, the Pacsafe Go 25L, even though it's smaller, is also praised for its comfort. Bottom line — both backpacks offer unique strengths. If volume and capacity are what you need, the Porter 46 is your calling. But for daily or light travel scenarios, where theft protection is of importance, the Go 25L surpasses expectations.