Osprey Porter 46 vs. Nomatic Travel 30L Bag
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Nomatic Travel 30L Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| hideable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 7 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1, top |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | Waterproof tarpaulin |
Nomatic Travel 30L Bag
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×33×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 73% |
| Price | $310 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Nomatic Travel 30L Bag
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Nomatic Travel 30L Bag.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Nomatic Travel 30L Bag.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Nomatic Travel 30L Bag.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 7 on the Nomatic Travel 30L Bag.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Nomatic Travel 30L Bag.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 1, top on the Nomatic Travel 30L Bag.
Both have: passport pocket, luggage passthrough, backpack straps, 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 22 accept only the Nomatic Travel 30L Bag.
Only the Nomatic Travel 30L Bag fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, Croatia Air, Etihad Airways, Indigo, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Scoot, Sky Airlines, Tiger Airways, Virgin Australia, WestJet.
When it comes to the Osprey Porter 46, one thing that stands out is its size. It's a big pack with a big capacity - as its name suggests, it offers a whopping 46 liters of space. This makes it a great option for those who tend to carry more. It stands 23 inches tall and extends 56 inches deep and 36 inches wide. It's made of durable Nylon and weighs in at a mere 1.5 pounds. The Porter 46 also features D rings for attaching an optional shoulder strap, making it an ideal gear-hauling travel backpack. However, while its size might be its strength, it also limits its compatibility with airlines - it's accepted by only 47% of them.
On the other hand, the Nomatic Travel 30L Bag, while smaller with a 30-liter capacity, is celebrated for its incredible compatibility with 98% of airlines. It stands 49 inches tall, is 34 inches wide, and reaches 23 inches deep. Despite having a slightly smaller capacity, it offers a wide array of features and organizational options, including a dedicated shoe compartment and tech sleeves. It's crafted from Waterproof tarpaulin material and weighs just slightly more than the Porter 46 at 1.6 pounds.
- Size: The Porter 46 offers more capacity at 46 liters compared to Nomatic Travel's 30 liters.
- Material: The Porter 46 is made of Nylon, while the Nomatic Travel bag uses Waterproof tarpaulin.
- Weight: The Porter 46 weighs slightly less at 1.5 pounds, with Nomatic's bag coming in at 1.6 pounds.
- Airline Compatibility: The Nomatic Travel bag beats the Porter 46 in airline compatibility, working with 98% compared to Porter's 46's 47%.
Among the critiques of the Porter 46, reviewers talk of its sturdy build, functional organization options, and suitability for long-term travelers and digital nomads. The Porter 46 also boasts of a good suspension system, offering a comfortable wear during travel, and its clamshell opening which makes packing and unpacking significantly easier. Contrastingly, the Nomatic Travel bag is praised for its sturdy, weatherproof build, its array of functional pockets and compartments, and the full perimeter zipper of its primary compartment that contributes to ease and efficiency in packing. In summary, if organization and compatibility are your priorities, Nomatic may be the better choice. For those wanting more capacity, the Porter 46 may be your dream backpack.