Osprey Porter 46 vs. Fjallraven Singi 20
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Fjallraven Singi 20 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 13in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| 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 | 100% polyester 600D (recycled) |
Fjallraven Singi 20
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×28×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $85 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Fjallraven Singi 20
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Fjallraven Singi 20.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Singi 20.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Fjallraven Singi 20.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Singi 20.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Fjallraven Singi 20.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 13in on the Fjallraven Singi 20.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 3 on the Fjallraven Singi 20.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Singi 20.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 2, side on the Fjallraven Singi 20.
Both have: compression straps, passport pocket, 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 65 accept only the Fjallraven Singi 20.
Only the Fjallraven Singi 20 fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, 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), Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
The Osprey Porter 46 is a workhorse in the travel backpack world; sturdy and well-constructed, built for serious travelers who carry more gear. Designed with the call of the wild as its muse, the Fjallraven Singi 20 is all about hiking and adventure, with a small size and lightweight design. Both bags contain laptop compartments, useful for the technology-enabled traveler. Nonetheless, their differences might be key to choosing the right fit for your journey.
The Porter 46, as the name indicates, offers a hefty 46 liters of space, artfully enclosed within its 23" height and 36" width. Alternatively, the Singi 20 is a more compact bag, taking less space with its 19" height and 29" width, providing 20 liters of storage. There's a substantial difference in weight among the two, the Porter 46 weighing in at 1.5 pounds, while the Singi 20 is comparatively featherlight at 0.57 pounds. Material-wise, the Osprey is made from durable nylon, while the Singi pairs a 65% polyester, 35% cotton blend with rugged 500D polyamide. Airlines seem to favor the smaller Singi, with an 84% compatibility rating versus the Porter's 47%.
- Osprey Porter 46 : Fjallraven Singi 20
- Size: 23" x 36" : 19" x 29"
- Weight: 1.5 pounds : 0.57 pounds
- Capacity: 46 liters : 20 liters
- Material: Nylon : 65% polyester, 35% cotton blend with 500D polyamide
- Airline compatibility: 47% : 84%
- Laptop compartment size: 17" : 15"
The Porter 46 has received kudos for being a big pack with even bigger capacity, and its durability is praised. It's a versatile gear hauler, recommended for travellers who need space and carry lots of gear. The bag is appreciated for its excellent value, with reviewers loving its smart features and high durability. Reasons to choose Porter 46 include its impressive suspension, spaciousness, efficient clamshell opening, compression strap, and its lightweight design for its size.
Finally, the Fjallraven Singi 20 and the Osprey Porter 46 are more different than alike. The Porter is a big, burly pack that can handle a heavy load and offers a lot of space to carry stuff around; it’s built for the urban traveler who values practicality and durability. Meanwhile, the Singi is lightweight, compact and designed with hiking and outdoor adventures in mind. So weigh your options, consider your needs, and find the backpack that suits you best. After all, every good adventure starts with the right backpack.