Osprey Porter 46 vs. Aer Fit Pack 3
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Aer Fit Pack 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | Y |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | optional |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Aer Fit Pack 3
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Aer Fit Pack 3.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Aer Fit Pack 3.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Aer Fit Pack 3.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Aer Fit Pack 3.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Aer Fit Pack 3.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Aer Fit Pack 3.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Aer Fit Pack 3.
- Rain cover: No on the Osprey Porter 46; Optional on the Aer Fit Pack 3.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Aer Fit Pack 3.
Both have: luggage passthrough, sternum strap, 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 63 accept only the Aer Fit Pack 3.
Only the Aer Fit Pack 3 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.
If you’re in search of a quality baggage option that allows for hands-free travel, Osprey’s Porter 46 and Aer’s Fit Pack 3 are two pack leaders worth considering. The Porter 46, manufactured by renowned travel gear brand, Osprey, is a large capacity backpack designed for longer journeys. It stands tall at 23 inches, displaying a width of 36 inches and depth of 56 inches. Weighing in at 1.5 pounds with a whopping 46 liters of capacity, it’s made to accommodate a substantial amount of luggage.
In contrast, the Aer Fit Pack 3 is a more compact travel companion with strategic allowances for efficient packing. Its dimensions play out as 20 inches in height, 32 inches wide, and 44 inches in depth – translating into a total of 18.7 liters of storage space. Despite offering lesser volume than the Porter 46, it wins on compatibility, being suitable for use with a remarkable 83% of airlines.
- Size and Dimensions: The Osprey Porter 46 is larger and heavier, while the Aer Fit Pack 3 is more compact and lighter.
- Capacity: The Porter 46 offers a massive 46 liters of storage, whereas the Fit Pack 3 provides 18.7 liters.
- Airline Compatibility: Though bigger, the Porter 46 is compatible with 47% of airlines. The Fit Pack 3's smaller size makes it suitable for 83% of airlines.
- Material: The Porter 46 is made of nylon, while the Fit Pack 3 boasts a 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior.
- Laptop Compartment: The Porter 46 can encase a 1 inch laptop. The Fit Pack 3 has a pocket large enough for a 16 inch laptop.
Praise for the Osprey Porter 46 is plentiful, with satisfied customers commending its large capacity, dual function as a duffel bag, and the ease of accessing packed goods, due to its intelligently designed clamshell opening. On the other hand, the compact and versatile Aer Fit Pack 3 is favorably regarded for its durable craftsmanship, excellent balance of functionality for work and gym use, and a comfortable harness system. Considering its smaller size, it offers surprisingly good organization.
All in all, the Porter 46 and Fit Pack 3, despite offering differing dimensions and capacities, each stand strong in their own right. If your travel requires more gear, the Osprey Porter 46 would serve as a reliable companion. However, the Aer Fit Pack 3, with its compact size and efficient organization, would be an ideal pick for a daily commute or short trips. When considering your choice, note how both items clearly demonstrate excellence in design and functionality.