Osprey Porter 46 vs. Alchemy Equipment Daypack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Alchemy Equipment Daypack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 2 |
| top | Passport | front |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 13in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | Waxed 600 denier Kodra (100% polyester) Embossed lining (100% polyester) Base: 3x PU-coated 900 denier Kodra |
Alchemy Equipment Daypack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×36×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 86% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Alchemy Equipment Daypack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Rolltop on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Front on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 13in on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 2, side on the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
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. 116 accept both. 0 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 46 accept only the Alchemy Equipment Daypack.
Only the Alchemy Equipment Daypack fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Croatia Air, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Icelandair, Juneyao Airlines, Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
When it comes to choosing a backpack for carrying your gear, the Osprey Porter 46 and the Alchemy Equipment Daypack offer different advantages. While both are excellent in their categories, I'll help you decide between them.
The Osprey Porter 46, as its name suggests, offers a generous capacity of 46 liters, allowing you to pack in a surprising amount for a carry-on. Its durability, roominess, and great suspension, praised by reviewers, makes it an excellent choice for one-bag travelers who need exceptional organization. The spacious interior and quick-access clamshell opening make packing breezy. Top it off with a compression strap to keep things tidy, you've got a capable companion for your journey. Despite its size, it impressively remains lightweight at 1.5 pounds.
In contrast, the Alchemy Equipment Daypack is considerably smaller, with a capacity of 20 liters, but scores big on both weight (literally zero) and compatibility with airlines. This backpack is made of wax-coated PES and PU-coated nylon, which provides extra resistance to wear and tear. Plus, the 13-inch laptop compartment accommodates most laptops, making it an excellent choice for daily commutes or shorter trips.
Let's break it down:
- Size: The Porter 46 is larger (23" x 36" x 56") than the Daypack (43" x 26" x 21")
- Weight: The Porter 46 weighs more (1.5 pounds) than the Daypack (0 pounds)
- Capacity: The Porter 46 has larger capacity (46L) than the Daypack (20L)
- Material: The Porter 46 is made of nylon, while the Daypack uses wax-coated PES and PU-coated nylon
- Laptop compartment: Porter 46 fits a larger laptop (15") than the Daypack (13")
- Airline compatibility: The Daypack (100%) is more airline-friendly than the Porter (47%)
Both backpacks have their merits. If you're looking for a larger, feature-packed bag, the Osprey Porter 46 is a solid contender. However, if weight and airline compatibility are your priorities, then the Alchemy Equipment Daypack might be your ideal match. Choose based on your needs, and either way, you'll have a reliable backpack to accompany you on your travels.