Osprey Porter 46 vs. Exped Glissade 25 Women
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Exped Glissade 25 Women |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| 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 | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 630 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, 1'500 mm water column Oeko-Tex 100 certified |
Exped Glissade 25 Women
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.23 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×26×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 47% |
| Price | $139 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Exped Glissade 25 Women
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
Both have: sternum strap, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 86 accept both. 30 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 3 accept only the Exped Glissade 25 Women.
Only the Osprey Porter 46 fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, All Nipon Airways, ANA, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Czech Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, Gol Linhas Aereas, Iberia, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Mesa Airlines, Norwegian, Peach, Porter Airlines, SAS Scandinavian, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, Turkish Airlines.
Only the Exped Glissade 25 Women fits
Cayman Airways, Croatia Air, Great Lakes Airlines.
Stepping up to the plate first is the Osprey Porter 46. This beast of a backpack is sturdy and spacious. It stands tall at 23 inches and wide at 36 inches, making it perfect for those who carry a bit more gear on their travels. The Porter weighs in at a sturdy 1.5 pounds and can comfortably hold 46 liters of items. Regardless of how packed this bag is, it remains compatible with 47% of airlines, giving it versatility in travel conditions. Made of durable nylon, it can handle the grind of travel. It also includes a compartment to hold a laptop up to 1 inch thick. Reviewers agree, the Osprey Porter 46 is a robust and reliable option.
In our other corner, is the Exped Glissade 25 Women. While smaller and a bit lighter than the Porter, the Glissade still packs a heavy punch in the travel backpack world. Standing 21 inches tall, 26 inches wide, and only weighing 1.23 pounds, this bag is perfect for the lighter, more economical packer. Its smaller size though doesn't take away from its durability, as it is made from 630 D Oxford nylon that is PU coated, 1,500mm water column Oeko-Tex 100 certified. Though smaller than the Porter, the Glissade still fits with 47% of airlines, and can hold up to 25 liters in capacity. Unfortunately, this bag does not include a laptop compartment. Reviewers agree, this bag is a solid option for female adventurers and chronic light packers.
- The exped Glissade is lighter weighing in at 1.23 lbs. compared to the Osprey's 1.5 lbs.
- The Osprey Porter has more space with a 46 liters of capacity, whereas the exped Glissade holds 25 liters.
- The Osprey Porter fits a laptop of up to 1 inch, while the Exped Glissade has no laptop compartment.
- Though they differ in size, both share the same airline compatibility of 47%.
In conclusion, the choice between the two may come down to personal preference, with those leaning towards the Osprey Porter 46 valuing the extra storage space and laptop compartment. However, the Exped Glissade 25 provides more comfort and a lighter load for those whose main concern is staying agile on their travels. Both are reputed for their durability and versatility, so you truly can't go wrong with either pack. Choose wisely, and happy travels!