Osprey Porter 46 vs. Mission Workshop "The Radian"
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Mission Workshop "The Radian" |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| hideable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | hideable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 500D black camo Multicam® Cordura® or Mission Workshop’s advanced HT500 textile |
Mission Workshop "The Radian"
| Capacity | 42 L |
| Weight | 2.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×36×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 46% |
| Price | $625 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Mission Workshop "The Radian"
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top flap on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; Hideable on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
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. 86 accept both. 30 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 1 accept only the Mission Workshop "The Radian".
Only the Osprey Porter 46 fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, All Nipon Airways, ANA, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Czech Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, Gol Linhas Aereas, Iberia, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Mesa Airlines, Norwegian, Peach, Porter Airlines, SAS Scandinavian, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, Turkish Airlines.
Only the Mission Workshop "The Radian" fits
Croatia Air.
On the one hand, we've got the Osprey Porter 46. This spacious behemoth provides a considerable amount of space for resources. Measuring 23x36x56 inches, it thoroughly utilizes its capacity, providing a hefty 46 liters of storage. Its nylon material builds resilience without sacrificing convenient lightweight qualities – it clocks in just at 1.5 pounds. The Porter 46 successfully chips in a laptop compartment, generously adjusted to accommodate a 1-inch laptop. However, its considerably large size may cause compatibility issues; it's only approved for carry-ons by roughly half of airlines. Like a resilient workhorse, the Porter 46 is designed for those with a penchant for heavy travels.
On the other hand, we have the rather-exclusive ‘The Radian’ by Mission Workshop. The Radian stands majestically tall, scaling up to 56 inches, and spreads 36 inches wide, with a depth of 16 inches. Despite its larger dimensions, it packs a slightly lesser capacity of 42 liters. The Radian possesses an appeal for both eyes and touch, thanks to its 500D black camo Multicam Cordura or Mission Workshop's advanced HT500 textiles. Plus, there's an accommodating laptop compartment that easily fits a device up to 15 inches. Weighing at a manageable 2.1 pounds, it impresses with a high compatibility rate across airlines, approved by a staggering 97% of them. The Radian is a steadfast, high-quality travel gear.
To summarize:
- Dimensions: Osprey Porter 46 - 23x36x56 inches; The Radian - 56x36x16 inches
- Weight: Osprey Porter 46 - 1.5 lbs; The Radian - 2.1 lbs
- Capacity: Osprey Porter 46 - 46 liters; The Radian - 42 liters
- Construction material: Osprey Porter 46 - Nylon; The Radian - 500D Black Camo Multicam Cordura or HT500
- Laptop compatibility: Osprey Porter 46 - 1 inch laptop; The Radian - 15 inch laptop
- Airlines approval: Osprey Porter 46 - 47% airlines; The Radian - 97% airlines
Both the Osprey Porter 46 and Mission Workshop's Radian have their unique merits. The Porter 46 presents a robust, traditional choice for travelers not afraid to pack a little extra, earning praise for its major capacity and convenient packing options. In contrast, the Radian boasts of a well-structured build, high versatility, and increased organizational capabilities. Its modular options and accessible compartments surely buy travellers a lot of flexibility. Ultimately, the choice between the Porter 46 and the Radian boils down to your travel style, custom requirements, and airline compatibility. Choose wisely!