Osprey Porter 46 vs. Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | front |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| 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 | 210D Nylon 3-line ripstop Exomesh slash guard Turn lock security hooks RFID blocking |
Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×29×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $130 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Front on the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 2, side on the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack.
Both have: compression straps, 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 57 accept only the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack.
Only the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, 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), Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
Carry-on backpacks are must-haves for any seasoned traveler, combining compact sizes, versatility and practicality. This piece will be reviewing two such heavy hitters - the Osprey Porter 46 from Osprey and the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack by Pacsafe. The Osprey Porter 46 is a big beast, and carries its size as both a strength and weakness. This one's for the travelers who tend to haul more than usual, thanks to its huge capacity of 46 liters and a sturdy construction of nylon. Interestingly, certain features like the laptop compartment only accommodating a 1-inch laptop may not appeal to every user, but its compatibility with 47% of airlines is commendable. One may feel its weight at 1.5 pounds, but as many reviewers claim, it is reliable and full of features designed with an urban traveler in mind.
Moving on to the Pacsafe Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack, it takes a slightly different path to appeal to its users. It keeps security first with plenty of anti-theft features, including lockable zippers, and eXomesh that makes it slash-resistant. It's a lighter choice at just 0.7 pounds and has a 25-liter capacity. The bigger win for the Pacsafe Backpack is its compatibility with 82% of airlines. However, some might find its capacity comparatively limiting.
Here's your at-a-glance guide to the differences:
- Size: Osprey is wider and bigger, Pacsafe is slightly smaller.
- Weight: Osprey weighs 1.5 pounds, Pacsafe is a lighter option at 0.7 pounds.
- Capacity: Osprey wins with 46 liters compared to Pacsafe's 25 liters.
- Airline compatibility: Pacsafe wins with 82% compatibility, against Osprey's 47%.
- Construction material: Both are made of Nylon, but Pacsafe also uses 210D Nylon 3-line ripstop, 200D Polyester for additional sturdiness.
- Laptop Compatibility: Pacsafe's nested space can fit a 17-inch laptop, superseding Osprey's 1-inch limit.
Finally, user reviews highlight a number of shared features, but each bag carves its niche through unique appeals. The Osprey Porter 46 scores on its spaciousness, easy packing and unpacking, lightness relative to size, and good suspension. Meanwhile, it's touted as a "durable option" for those who tend to carry more due to its larger size, and it's particularly popular among travelers in urban environments. On the other hand, users appreciate the Pacsafe's Venturesafe 25L GII Anti-Theft Travel Pack for its minimalist yet stylish aesthetics, durability, functionality, and anti-theft features. Its compactness and lightweight nature are huge pluses for discerning travelers. The consensus? Both backpacks are excellent in their own ways, but the final decision rests on individual needs and preferences.