Osprey Porter 46 vs. ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 18in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 840 Denier polyester, YKK and eBags brand hardware |
ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 41 L |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×36×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 66% |
| Price | $140 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 18in on the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, 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 8 accept only the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack.
Only the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack fits
Croatia Air, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Scoot, Tiger Airways, WestJet.
The Osprey Porter 46 and the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack are both reliable options when it comes to excellent carry-on backpacks. The former, built with love and durability by Osprey, offers both versatility and a large load capacity. Its dimensions and weight, standing in at a tall 23 inches and a modest 1.5 pounds, makes it a sizable yet lightweight option. In addition, the Porter 46 does feature compatibility with 47% of airlines, making it a decent choice for the frequent fliers. The pack is also made of tough Nylon material and makes room for a laptop of up to 1 inch. Reviewers often claim that the Porter 46 is an impressive gear-hauling travel bag that shines in durability, space, and interestingly enough, its ability to serve like a deluxe duffel too.
On the other hand, the ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack offers its own collection of merits. It shares the same height as the Porter 46 but wins in weight - a light 1.4 pounds. Impressively, it fits into the hand luggage criteria of a whopping 97% of airlines. This backpack manifests meticulous workmanship with sturdy 840 Denier polyester material, combined with reliable YKK and eBags brand hardware. Additionally, it provides a generous laptop compartment that can accommodate an 18 inch laptop. This pack is highly praised for its great value for the price, solid build, and unexpectedly large capacity.
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Osprey Porter 46:
- Dimensions: 23" tall, 36" wide, 56" deep
- Weight: 1.5 pounds
- Capacity: 46 liters
- 47% airlines compatible
- Material: Nylon
- Max laptop size: 1 inch
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ebags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack:
- Dimensions: 23" tall, 36" wide, 50" deep
- Weight: 1.4 pounds
- Capacity: 41 liters
- 97% airlines compatible
- Material: 840 Denier polyester, YKK and eBags brand hardware
- Max laptop size: 18 inch
The Porter 46 is known for quality suspension, spaciousness, easy packing and unpacking due to its clamshell opening, and a compression strap that aids in keeping the bag neat. Ultimately, the fabulous Osprey Porter 46 is your pick if you prefer lightweight, spacious, and versatile options with a slightly rugged, old-school backpacker look.
For those of you who pursues a great price point with fantastic value, then the eBags Mother Lode Jr Travel Backpack gets the nod. This pack is praised for its superior craftsmanship, thoughtful organization, and surprisingly copious storage, being aptly described as holding "more than it looks." Overall, both packs are noteworthy, it all boils down to individual preference and travel needs. Choose better to travel better!