Osprey Porter 46 vs. Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | Y |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| 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 Polina with wax coating, 150D Recycled polyester |
Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.05 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×32×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $180 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
Both have: 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 58 accept only the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack.
Only the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, 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), Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
When it comes to carry-on backpacks, two notable options are the venerable Osprey Porter 46 and the intriguing Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack. The former, crafted by famed outdoors brand Osprey, commands respect just by its name. Known for delivering top-tier quality and exceptional durability, the Osprey Porter 46 is engineered from tough-as-nails nylon that can endure various types of abuses.
Contrast this to the Unbox Therapy X Pacsafe 25L Anti-Theft Backpack, a practical and secure option stemming from the creative collaboration between popular YouTube channel Unbox Therapy and Pacsafe, a brand renowned for its anti-theft bag design. The unique material combination of the Pacsafe anti-theft backpack, 1000D Polina with a wax coating and 150D recycled polyester, ensures the sturdiness of the pack while adding a dash of style.
Here are the key differences between the two:
- Dimensions: The Osprey Porter 46 measures 23 x 36 x 56 inches, while the Pacsafe backpack is slightly smaller, measuring 16 x 32 x 47 inches.
- Weight: The Osprey backpack weighs 1.5 pounds, compared to the Pacsafe bag coming in at a lighter 1.05 pounds.
- Capacity: The Osprey boasts a larger 46L capacity, while the Pacsafe offers 25L of storage space.
- Airline Compatibility: The Osprey is compatible with 47% of airlines, while the Pacsafe is more widely accepted, compatible with 82% of providers.
- Laptop Compartment Size: Both backpacks feature laptop compartments. The Osprey can accommodate a 17-inch laptop, while the Pacsafe is suitable for a 15-inch laptop.
The Osprey 46 Porter was praised for its impressive gear-hauling capacity, good suspension, abundant space and fast and convenient packing, thanks to its clamshell opening. The compression straps also prevent it from looking sloppy, even when well filled.
On the other hand, the Pacsafe Anti-Theft backpack was favored for its functional internal organization, incorporating an RFID pocket for digital security. It features an understated, yet elevated design with its leather handle, and provides excellent anti-theft measures, such as lockable zippers and eXomesh for slash-resistance. Reviewers also admired its sturdiness and dependability. In short, the decision between the two revolves around what you need - if space and organization are your priority, turn to the Osprey. For compactness and security, choose the Pacsafe.