Osprey Porter 46 vs. Deuter Attack 22 El
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Deuter Attack 22 El |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | N |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 600D PES Coat, 225D PES Ripstop |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Deuter Attack 22 El
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
- Rain cover: No on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the Deuter Attack 22 El.
Both have: sternum strap, 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 51 accept only the Deuter Attack 22 El.
Only the Deuter Attack 22 El fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Pakistan International, Royal Brunei Airlines, 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), Volotea, Xiamen.
Being a world traveler, I've learned that itinerary isn't the only thing that matters. A lot of the journey depends on what you fill in your carry-on. Today, we're comparing two reliable companions – Osprey's Porter 46 and Deuter's Attack 22 EL. Two solid choices, but with varied prowess on the road.
Let's flit around the specs of Osprey's Porter 46. It's a bulk pack, 23" tall and 36" wide. This means it can host up to 46 liters of gear. Amazing capacity if you're planning to be away for a week or two. Made from tough Nylon material, it boasts a laptop compartment designed for a 15" piece. One reviewer described it as a "big pack with a big capacity. Designed with the urban traveler in mind, it's sturdy and feature-rich."
Here's the comparison list:
- Size (HxWxD) | Weight | Capacity: Osprey is 23x36x56" | 1.5 lbs | 46 L and Deuter is 20x28x54" | 1.62 lbs | 22 L
- Airline compatibility: Osprey is compatible with 47% and Deuter with 78% airlines
- Material: Osprey is made of Nylon; Deuter from 600D PES Coat, 225D PES Ripstop
- Laptop-size compatibility: Osprey hosts a 15" laptop; Deuter doesn't host a laptop
- Noted Awards: Osprey is admired for its suspension, spaciousness, fast packing or unpacking (thanks to clamshell opening), compression strap, and weight-to-size ratio; Deuter is liked for its stowable helmet holder, SAS-TEC back protector, comfortable harness system, and supreme organization.
Switching gears to Deuter's Attack 22 El. A tad smaller in size (20" tall, 28" wide) but made out of a mix of materials—600D PES Coat and 225D PES Ripstop—which makes it rugged enough to face both urban commutes and outdoor treks. And though it's smaller and lighter than Porter 46, the Deuter Attack doesn't disappoint when it comes to features: it hosts a helmet holder and a SAS-TEC back protector.
In conclusion, if you usually pack light or prioritize airplane compatibility, then Deuter's Attack 22 EL is your bag. Looking for a larger capacity with some urban-smart features? Osprey's Porter 46 has got you covered. Two great choices but remember, a journey matters as much as the destination. Choose wisely.