Osprey Porter 46 vs. Exped Glissade 25
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Exped Glissade 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | S |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| H | Backpack | S |
| H | Hip Belt | R |
| H | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 1 | Laptop | 0 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 0 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Nylon | 630 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, 1'500 mm water column Oeko-Tex 100 certified |
Exped Glissade 25
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.25 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×28×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 79% |
| Price | $139 |
The Osprey Porter 46 vs. the Exped Glissade 25. A carry on backpack battle for the ages. First up, the formidable Osprey Porter 46. This pack is a beast, offering 46 liters of storage capacity. Constructed from sturdy nylon, the Porter 46 is a hefty 1.5 pounds, and measures 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 56 inches deep. But it's not just about the size. This pack features a laptop compartment that can house a 1-inch laptop and is compatible with 47% of airlines—fairly impressive. Reviewers tout the Porter 46 for its generous space, convenient clamshell opening, and its ability to maintain a neat shape even when packed to the brim.
Now onto the challenger, the Exped Glissade 25. This pack, while smaller in capacity at 25 liters, is lighter in weight at 1.25 pounds. Made of Oeko-Tex 100 certified 630 D Oxford nylon with a PU coating and a 1500 mm water column, this pack measures 20 inches tall, 28 inches wide, and 51 inches deep—smaller, yet altogether tougher. The Glissade 25 also offers a laptop compartment, albeit fitting only a 0-inch laptop and is compatible with an impressive 79% of airlines—far outmatching the Porter 46 in this respect.
Comparison Points:
- Size: Porter 46 is larger in size and offers more storage capacity.
- Weight: Glissade 25 is lighter.
- Material: Glissade 25 is made of more durable and water-resistant material.
- Laptop compartment: Porter 46 can accommodate a laptop while Glissade 25 cannot.
- Airline compatibility: Glissade 25 is more compatible compared to Porter 46.
As for the reviews, supporters of the Porter 46 rave about its ample space, durability, and the smart features aimed at the urban traveler. On the other hand, fans of the Glissade 25 gush over its functionality, notably the removable hip belt with pockets, attachment loop abundance, and overall comfort when fully loaded.
So, should you go for the space and sleek design of the Osprey Porter 46, or the function and durability of the Exped Glissade 25? The answer largely depends on your specific needs, style preference, and frequency of travel. Whichever you choose, both are reliable options that assure investment return in their unique ways.