Osprey Porter 46 vs. Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| 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 | Y |
| 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 | 420D PA Ripstop Clear TPU, 330D PA 6.6 Ripstop |
Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 1.26 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×35×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 46% |
| Price | $144 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL.
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. 86 accept both. 30 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 1 accept only the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL.
Only the Osprey Porter 46 fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, All Nipon Airways, ANA, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Czech Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, Gol Linhas Aereas, Iberia, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Mesa Airlines, Norwegian, Peach, Porter Airlines, SAS Scandinavian, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, Turkish Airlines.
Only the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL fits
Croatia Air.
When it comes to adventure-ready travel bags, the choices are numerous. Two backpacks that have caught our eyes are the Osprey Porter 46 by Osprey, and the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL by Deuter. Both passion-driven brands produce excellent gear, but as every traveller knows, the little details can make a world of difference.
Osprey’s Porter 46 provides quite an impressive package for the busy traveller. Measuring 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 56 inches deep, its slick nylon exterior contains a cavernous 46-liter capacity, perfect for those who tend to carry more. At 1.5 pounds, it's lightweight for its size. This backpack features a laptop compartment that can fit a 1 inch laptop. It's compatible with 47% of airlines and is well-regarded as a durable option suitable for urban and outdoor travels.
Let's check the facts below:
- Dimensions: Osprey Porter 46 (23x36x56 inches); Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL (18x35x56 inches)
- Weight: Osprey Porter 46 (1.5 pounds); Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL (1.26 pounds)
- Capacity: Osprey Porter 46 (46 liters); Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL (32 liters)
- Material: Osprey Porter 46 (Nylon); Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL (420D PA Ripstop Clear TPU, 330D PA 6.6 Ripstop)
- Laptop Compartment: Osprey Porter 46 (Fit 1 inch); Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL (No laptop compartment)
- Airline Compatibility: Both backpacks are compatible with 47% of airlines.
The Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL, on the other hand, is made of tougher material – a mix of 420D PA Ripstop Clear TPU and 330D PA 6.6 Ripstop – that's highly resistant to tearing and wear. It has a smaller capacity (32 liters), but it's slightly lighter, coming in at 1.26 pounds. Its dimensions are somewhat smaller too: 18 inches tall, 35 inches wide, and also 56 inches deep. However, it lacks a laptop compartment, unlike the Osprey Porter 46.
In essence, both backpacks have their merits. If carrying capacity and features such as a laptop compartment are crucial to you, the Osprey Porter 46 might be your best bet. If you prize a lighter pack and robust material, you could find the Deuter Freerider Pro 32+ SL more appealing. Once again, the devil is in the details, and the details depend on your travelling needs.