Osprey Porter 46 vs. Cabin Zero Military 28L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Cabin Zero Military 28L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | side |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | 1000 denier nylon |
Cabin Zero Military 28L
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×30×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $126 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Cabin Zero Military 28L
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; 4 on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Side on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; Removable on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 1, side on the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
Both have: 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 64 accept only the Cabin Zero Military 28L.
Only the Cabin Zero Military 28L fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Gulf Air, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, 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.
Just a short glance at these two sturdy contenders screams quality and functionality; the Osprey Porter 46 and the Cabin Zero Military 28L, both intriguing in their own right. The Osprey Porter 46, albeit a slightly heavier beast at 1.5 pounds, boasts a spacious 46 liters of capacity within its nylon walls. It's a big fish in the travel backpack pond, designed for those with a penchant for packing and no qualms about size. Some might call it the deluxe duffel — ready to be hauled, carried, and clipped into action. But with a 47% airline compatibility, it's a gamble on convenience.
- Osprey Porter 46:
- 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, 56 inches deep.
- Weight: 1.5 pounds.
- Capacity: 46 liters.
- Airline compatibility: 47%.
- Material: Nylon.
- Laptop compartment: 1 inch.
- Price: $140.
In stark contrast stands the Cabin Zero Military 28L — a sleek, sexy and decidedly more minimalist companion for your journey. Despite containing a smaller 28 liters of capacity, it weighs a mere 0.9 pounds. This bad boy is crafted from military spec nylon, promising durability that outlasts its rivals. It's a compact soldier with a hundred percent airline compatibility — this is your boarding-pass to fuss-free travel. Absent however, is a laptop compartment, which might be a deal breaker for some.
- Cabin Zero Military 28L:
- 42 inches tall, 28 inches wide, 13 inches deep.
- Weight: 0.9 pounds.
- Capacity: 28 liters.
- Airline compatibility: 100%.
- Material: Military spec nylon.
- Laptop compartment: None.
The Osprey Porter 46 is undoubtedly revered for its suspension, spaciousness, clamshell convenience, and compression strap to keep that pack looking tidy. To top it off, it's lightweight for its size — a commendable feat. On the other hand, the Cabin Zero Military 28L introduces a durability and comfort factor that's hard to beat. Not to mention its built-in global tracker and a warranty of up to 10 years.
In truth, these two are great for different reasons. The Osprey Porter 46 -- for those who value packing gravitas with a touch of urban flair. The Cabin Zero Military 28L -- a space-savvy option for those who dream of weightless travel and airline compatibility. The choice, as always, is in the hands of the traveler.