Osprey Porter 46 vs. Exped Verglas 30
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Exped Verglas 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | N |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 210 D Robic HD Ripstop Nylon Carbonate PU, 2'500 mm water column |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Exped Verglas 30
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Exped Verglas 30.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top flap on the Exped Verglas 30.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Exped Verglas 30.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Exped Verglas 30.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Exped Verglas 30.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Exped Verglas 30.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Exped Verglas 30.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Exped Verglas 30.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Exped Verglas 30.
Both have: 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. 116 accept both. 0 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 14 accept only the Exped Verglas 30.
Only the Exped Verglas 30 fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, Croatia Air, Indigo, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Pakistan International, Sky Airlines.
Weighing in at 1.5 pounds each, both the Osprey Porter 46 and the Exped Verglas 30 are designed to streamline your travel experience, thanks to their lightweight and portable design. The Porter 46, made by renowned gear manufacturer Oprey, provides ample interior space with 46 liters of carrying capacity. Meanwhile, the Verglas 30 by Exped, also a reputable brand in the field, sports a smaller yet significant 30-liter capacity.
Now, for a punchy breakdown between the two:
- Size: The Porter 46 is larger with dimensions of 23x36x56 inches, whereas the Verglas 30 is 21x30x55 inches.
- Capacity: The Porter 46 holds a higher capacity of 46 liters, while the Verglas 30 carries 30 liters.
- Airline Compatibility: The smaller Verglas 30 is compatible with a larger number of airlines (63%) compared to the Porter 46 (47%).
- Material: Both backpacks are made of tough, high-quality nylon, with the Verglas 30 featuring an added water resisting feature.
- Laptop Storage: Only the Porter 46 provides a compartment for a 1-inch laptop.
In terms of overall remarks from users and tech giants, the Porter 46 was deemed as a versatile and durable backpack, often used for carrying more gear due to its bigger size. The Exped Verglas 30, on the other hand, distinguished itself for being weatherproof and ready for the rough outdoors.
Ultimately, the choice between the two backpacks boils down to your specific lifestyle and usage requirements. The Porter 46 is commonly commended for its roomy interior, quick packing and unpacking feature, and good suspension. Additionally, its compression strap ensures gear storage always remains neat and organized. On the flip side, the Verglas 30 stands out due to its impressive durability under tough weather conditions and outdoor-oriented attachments. Its side zipper access also makes retrieving gear quick and efficient, especially for stuff located at the bottom of the bag.