Osprey Porter 46 vs. LL Bean Continental
Osprey Porter 46
By: Osprey
| Size Details
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| Capacity | 46L | |
| Capacity per Weight | 30.7L | |
| Weight | 1.5kg 3.3lbs | High |
| Capacity per KgLbs | 30.7 13.9 | Low |
| Dimensions | 56x36x23cm 23x15x10in | |
| Cubic Space | 46368cm³ 3450in³ | |
| Capacity Diff | 0L | Low |
✈️ 47% (94/199)
This bag can be used as a carry on in 47% of airlines.
Features
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| TopZip | Opening | Other |
| N | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| H | Backpack | H |
| N | Frame | |
| 2 | Handles | 2 |
| H | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Shoulder Strap | Y |
| H | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 1 | Laptop | N |
| N | Hydration | N |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| N | Shoe Compartment | N |
| Outside | ||
| 0 | Lash Points | 0 |
| N | Hard Shell | N |
| N | Molle | N |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
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Material: |
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| Nylon | 1000-denier Kodra |
LL Bean Continental
| Size Details
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| Capacity | 41L | |
| Capacity per Weight | 29.3L | |
| Weight | 1.4kg 3.1lbs | High |
| Capacity per KgLbs | 29.3 13.2 | Low |
| Dimensions | 49x34x22cm 19x13x8.5in | |
| Cubic Space | 36652cm³ 2099.5in³ | |
| Capacity Diff | -4L | Low |
✈️ 98% (194/199)
This bag can be used as a carry on in 98% of airlines.
The Osprey Porter 46 and the LL Bean Continental, two all-around carry-on backpacks each with their own merits. Any seasoned voyager can see the obvious benefits and drawbacks from each model. Despite their slightly varied dimensions, both backpacks can fit the necessary gear for a brief journey. The stark difference is the number of airlines each can work with: nearly half for the Osprey, nearly all for the LL Bean. For the weight-conscious traveler, a tenth of a pound could make all the difference.
The Osprey Porter's details highlight its suitability for heavy packers, scholars, and rugged adventurers. Quotes from reviewers emphasize the Porter's capacity as its main selling point. Storing more than the average pack, the Osprey Porter also features a laptop sleeve that accommodates laptops up to one inch thick. Nylon construction indicates a rugged composition built for exposure to the elements. With the Porter, you're investing in durability and capacity.
The LL Bean Continental, on the other hand, is all about compatibility and convenience. Slightly lighter than the Porter, the Continental offers nearly universal airline compliance, a major boon for frequent fliers. Details about the Continental's material, Kodra, and laptop accommodation are left to speculation.
Here's a bulleted comparison to highlight the differences:
- Dimensions: The Osprey Porter 46 is smaller than the LL Bean Continental
- Weight: Osprey Porter 46 weighs slightly more than the LL Bean Continental
- Capacity: The Porter 46 offers 46 liters of capacity, while the Continental has 41 liters
- Material: Osprey Porter 46 made of Nylon, The LL Bean Continental is made of 1000-denier Kodra
- Airline Compatibility: Greater compatibility with airlines for LL Bean Continental
What it boils down to, really, is the individual traveler's needs. If packing extra and carrying a larger laptop, then the Osprey Porter might be the way to go. Alternatively, if you value wide-ranging airline compatibility and lighter weight, the LL Bean Continental would be the superior option. Either way, your journey will certainly be enhanced with either of these quality carry-on backpacks.