Osprey Porter 46 vs. LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 2 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 17in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 1000D CORDURA® Fabric by Invista™ with thousands of Embedded micro retroreflective dots. |
LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse
| Capacity | 38 L |
| Weight | 2.175 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×35×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 88% |
| Price | $215 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Rolltop on the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 17in on the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
Both have: sternum strap, built-in organizer, 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 50 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
Only the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Croatia Air, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, flybe, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Pakistan International, Royal Brunei Airlines, 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), Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
When it comes to a well-built, spacious carry-on backpack, the Osprey Porter 46 holds its weight. With 46 liters of storage, it offers plenty of space for all your travel essentials. The pack's nylon construction is sturdy enough to withstand the rough and tumble of your journeys. The Porter 46 also features a laptop compartment that accommodates up to a 1-inch laptop. Despite its size, the pack is lightweight, weighing in at just 1.5 pounds. Its compatibility with 47% of airlines makes it a flexible travel companion.
On the other hand, the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse by Life Behind Bars Jakarta (LBBJKT) stands out for its adjustability and utility. Constructed from 1000D CORDURA® Fabric by Invista™ with embedded micro retroreflective dots, it's a tough and highly visible choice. With a capacity of 38 liters, The Peloton Eclipse is more compact compared to the Porter 46. However, it's laptop compartment can fit a larger laptop up to 17 inches. It is marginally heavier than the Porter 46 but still fairly lightweight at 2.175 pounds.
- Osprey Porter 46 is taller, wider and deeper compared to the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse.
- The Peloton Eclipse is heavier than the Porter 46.
- Porter 46 has a larger capacity of 46 liters, whereas The Peloton Eclipse has a capacity of 38 liters.
- The Peloton Eclipse is compatible with a higher percentage of airlines (80%) compared to the Porter 46 (47%).
- The Peloton Eclipse is made of a tougher fabric and features embedded micro retro-reflective dots.
- Porter 46 can only fit a 1 inch laptop, whereas The Peloton Eclipse can fit a 17 inch laptop.
Although the Osprey Porter 46 and the LBBJKT The Peloton Eclipse both make fine choices for a travel backpack, they cater to different needs and preferences. The Porter 46 is ideal for those who prefer more space and a compromise on laptop compartment size. In contrast, The Peloton Eclipse is the backpack of choice for those who prioritize durability, visibility and a larger laptop compartment despite having slightly less capacity. Read the reviews, weigh the pros and cons, and choose the pack that suits your travel style the best.