Osprey Porter 46 vs. Jansport Double Break
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Jansport Double Break |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Y |
| 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 | 400D Nylon Packcloth |
Jansport Double Break
| Capacity | 27 L |
| Weight | 0.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 42×31×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $45 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Jansport Double Break
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Jansport Double Break.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Jansport Double Break.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Jansport Double Break.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Jansport Double Break.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Jansport Double Break.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Jansport Double Break.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Jansport Double Break.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Jansport Double Break.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Jansport Double Break.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Jansport Double Break.
Both have: built-in organizer, 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 63 accept only the Jansport Double Break.
Only the Jansport Double Break 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.
In the landscape of carry-on backpacks, both the Osprey Porter 46 by Osprey and the Jansport Double Break by Jansport rise prominently. Sloping towards two unique narratives, the two backpacks both promise professionalism and efficiency while catering to different types of travellers.
The Osprey Porter 46 exudes utility and pragmatism aimed to suit those who always want to be prepared for their adventures. This bag is a workhorse with a massive potential capacity of 46 liters, perfect for those who tend to carry more. Made of durable nylon, the Porter can withstand the inevitable rough and tumble of travel. A specially added laptop compartment with a capacity of holding a 1-inch laptop is a thoughtful function added for digital nomads.
With this comparison, let's lay bare the differences:
- Dimensions: Porter is larger at 23" X 36" X 56" vs the Double Break at 14" X 31" X 42"
- Weight: Porter is heavier with a weight of 1.5 pounds vs the Double Break at 0.4 pounds
- Capacity: Porter boasts a 46 liters capacity vs the Double Break's 27 liters
- Material: Porter is made of pure Nylon while the Double Break is made of 400D Nylon Packcloth
- Laptop compartment size: Porter can accommodate a 1-inch laptop vs the Double Break's 15-inch laptop
On the other hand, the Jansport Double Break is more of a compact companion, suited for light travels and urban explorers. Weighing only 0.4 pounds, it puts a lot of emphasis on portability. Its carrying capacity is more humble at 27 liters, but it features a broader laptop compartment at 15 inches. This bag is compatible with a higher number of airlines, at 84%, making it a more flexible choice for air travelers. The 400D Nylon Packcloth from which the bag is made increases its durability, and combined with a sleek design, it delivers an intricate balance of style and utility.
To summarize, both backpacks hold their ground in their own unique ways. Robust and versatile, the Osprey Porter 46 is for the ones seeking a larger, more accommodating space while giving thoughtful importance to digitally inclined travellers. Alternatively, weighing less on the scale and the pocket, the Jansport Double Break tends to the metropolitan travellers with a compact, yet spacious enough design, with added protection for their electronic companions.