Osprey Porter 46 vs. Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | Y |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 1680D ballistic nylon |
Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack
| Capacity | 39 L |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×34×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 70% |
| Price | $149 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 3 on the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
Both have: luggage passthrough.
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 17 accept only the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack.
Only the Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, Croatia Air, Indigo, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Pakistan International, Scoot, Sky Airlines, Tiger Airways.
On the hunt for your next carry on backpack? I've got two heavyweights battling it out for your attention, the Osprey Porter 46 and Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack. Starting with the Osprey Porter 46, this big pack comes in weighing at 1.5 pounds and boasts a 46-liter capacity. Made from durable Nylon, the Porter 46 is ready for whichever high-capacity task you need it to perform. On the other hand, the Briggs & Riley backpack slightly bags behind in capacity at 39 liters but withstands any wear and protects the content significantly well with its 1680D ballistic nylon composition. Boasting a 1.8 pound weight, it may not win in the featherweight category, but its ruggedness is quite appealing to the tough traveler.
Comparison
- Dimensions: Osprey Porter 46: 23" x 36" x 56" vs Briggs & Riley: 21" x 34" x 54"
- Weight: Osprey Porter 46: 1.5 pounds vs Briggs & Riley: 1.8 pounds
- Capacity: Osprey Porter 46: 46 liters vs Briggs & Riley: 39 liters
- Airline Compatibility: Osprey Porter 46: 47% vs Briggs & Riley: 98%
- Material: Osprey Porter 46: Nylon vs Briggs & Riley: 1680D ballistic nylon
- Laptop Compartment Size: Osprey Porter 46: 1-inch laptop vs Briggs & Riley: 15-inch laptop
Impressions of the Osprey Porter 46 are that it's a robust, big pack with ample space- favorited by those who tend to carry more items. Its bulkiness can be cinched down using compression straps to reduce the sloppy look. The features like smart organization and the backpack's durability stood out, making it a valuable choice especially for urban travelers who need extra space. While reviewers loved its old-school backpacker look, they also complemented its comfortable suspension and lightweight feature for its size.
On the Briggs & Riley side, besides having a lifetime guarantee, the backpack scores highly because of its super craftsmanship and materials. This luggage maker has a reputation for dependability, and this convertible duffle backpack isn’t an exception. Reviewers commended it for its ability to carry a lot and also keep things organized inside, even if it does so within a slightly lesser capacity. Even though it was slightly heavier, the ruggedness and durability were a plus.
So, which one is it going to be? The trusty capacity king Osprey Porter 46 or the tough and organized Briggs & Riley - Convertible Duffle Backpack? Either way, strap in for a great travel companion.