Osprey Porter 46 vs. Osprey Talon 33
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Osprey Talon 33 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 6 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| top | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | N |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| 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 | bluesign® APPROVED, 100% recycled 100D high-tenacity nylon w/ dobby check ripstop, DWR treatment made without PFAS |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Osprey Talon 33
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; 6 on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top flap on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Osprey Talon 33.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 2, side on the Osprey Talon 33.
Both have: passport pocket, 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. 2 accept both. 114 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 0 accept only the Osprey Talon 33.
Only the Osprey Porter 46 fits
Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air Europa, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air New Zealand, Air Nostrum, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, ANA, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Cubana de Aviacion, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, EL AL, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Island Air, Japan Airlines, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Korean Air, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Norwegian, Onur Air, Peach, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, Thai Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, WOW Airlines.
When considering travel gear, Osprey is a go-to brand offering a comprehensive range of sturdy, reliable backpacks. Let's delve into two of their renowned carry-on backpacks: The Osprey Porter 46 and the Osprey Talon 33. The Porter 46 is a heavyweight with gigantic proportions. Measuring 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 56 inches deep, it weighs in at approximately 1.5 pounds. Designed for the frequent traveler who prioritizes storage, it boasts a generous 46 liters of capacity and compatibility with 47% of airlines, and is crafted from durable nylon which can withstand the inevitable wear and tear of travel.
The Talon 33, on the other hand, is lighter and sleeker. Despite its larger dimensions (29 inches tall, 30 inches wide, and 57 inches deep), it weighs only 0.9 pounds, which makes it an ideal companion for those who prefer to travel light. This eco-conscious bag, made from bluesign®-approved recycled high-tenacity nylon with PFC-free DWR, can squeeze 31 liters of your essentials and is airline-friendly, as it's compatible with 89% of airlines.
The comparison between the backpacks can be summarized through the following bullet points:
- The Porter 46 has a larger capacity (46L vs 31L)
- The Porter 46 is lighter compared to the Talon 33
- The Talon 33 has a larger compatibility with airlines
- The Porter 46's material is Nylon while the Talon 33 uses recycled high-tenacity nylon with PFC-free DWR
- The Porter 46 has a laptop compartment while the Talon 33 does not
Both bags have garnered positive reviews. For the Porter 46, reviewers appreciate its "big capacity" and describe it as a "durable" and "phenomenal product" that is an "excellent value". Meanwhile, reviewers emphasize the Talon 33's "lightweight" structure and "comfortable" fit. It's hailed as practical and "roomy" for both outdoor day trips and city commuting. It's also mentioned as being a fantastic choice for shorter hikes.
In conclusion: If you are a traveler who veers towards practicality, values organization and has an inclination towards conscious consumerism, the Talon 33 should be your bag of choice. For the seasoned jet-setter who requires a roomy bag that is equally durable and smartly designed, the Porter 46 would meet all those needs.