Osprey Porter 46 vs. Fjallraven Singi Stubben
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Fjallraven Singi Stubben |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| 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 | G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco S with reinforced, waterproof base in nylon |
Fjallraven Singi Stubben
| Capacity | 27 L |
| Weight | 2.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×27×24 cm |
| Airline fit | 40% |
| Price | $240 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Fjallraven Singi Stubben
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top flap on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
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. 62 accept both. 54 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 13 accept only the Fjallraven Singi Stubben.
Only the Osprey Porter 46 fits
Air Asia, Air Canada, Air Macau, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, Brussels Airlines, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, CommutAir, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, Garuda Indonesia, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Kulula, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Mesa Airlines, Norwegian, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, SAS Scandinavian, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, Trans States, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Atlantic.
Only the Fjallraven Singi Stubben fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Boliviana de Aviacion, Croatia Air, Great Lakes Airlines, Indigo, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Sky Airlines.
When it comes to picking the perfect carry on backpack, the choice often boils down to two titans of the travel gear world: the Osprey Porter 46 and the Fjallraven Singi Stubben. Both brands have proven their mettle with the likes of seasoned globetrotters and casual hikers alike. Boasting precise design and supreme functionality, the Osprey Porter 46 is the larger of the two packs. Measuring 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 56 inches deep, it offers a sizable 46 liters of storage and weighs just 1.5 pounds. However, this pack might prove to be a bit of a squeeze if you travel on smaller airlines as it's only compatible with 47% of them.
The Fjallraven Singi Stubben is marginally smaller and a little heavier. Tipping the scales at 2.1 pounds and with measurements of 24 inches tall, 27 inches wide, and 52 inches deep, it can carry up to 27 liters of gear. Surprisingly, despite being smaller, it has the same airline compatibility as the Porter at 47%. What makes it stand out, however, is its construction. The pack is crafted from G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco S with a reinforced, waterproof base in nylon.
- Dimensions: Osprey Porter 46 is 23x36x56 inches; Fjallraven Singi Stubben is 24x27x52 inches
- Weight: Osprey Porter 46 weighs 1.5 pounds; Fjallraven Singi Stubben weighs 2.1 pounds
- Capacity: Osprey Porter 46 has 46 liters of capacity; Fjallraven Singi Stubben has 27 liters
- Material: Osprey Porter 46 is made of Nylon; Fjallraven Singi Stubben is made of G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco S with a reinforced, waterproof nylon base
- Airline Compatibility: Both are compatible with 47% of airlines
- Laptop compartment: Osprey Porter 46 can fit a 1 inch laptop; Fjallraven Singi Stubben has no room for a laptop
Taking a look at user reviews, it's clear that Osprey's Porter 46 is hailed for its durability and capacity, a "big pack" that can carry "more" while remaining "solid". The Fjallraven Singi Stubben, on the other hand, earns praise for its sturdiness and unique capability to double as a stool. Both packs have won hearts for their practicality and loaded features that cater to travelers.
According to reviewers, the Osprey Porter 46 is an excellent opportunity to get your hands on a spacious pack that offers good suspension, a convenient clamshell opening, and smart features tailored towards urban travelers. The Fjallraven Singi Stubben, comes with its own quirks like a seat cover, durable materials, functional organization options and a multitude of attachment points for additional gear. At the end of the day, it would seem that the Osprey Porter 46 and the Fjallraven Singi Stubben both offer different routes to the same destination: efficient, functional and stylish traveling.