Osprey Porter 46 vs. Lo & Sons "The Rowledge"
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Lo & Sons "The Rowledge" |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | Y |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 13in |
| 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 | Premium Nylon, Nappa Leather Accents |
Lo & Sons "The Rowledge"
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 41.9×29.2×17.1 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $465 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Lo & Sons "The Rowledge"
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge".
- Opening: Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46; Top zip on the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge".
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge".
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge".
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge".
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 13in on the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge".
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge".
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge".
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, 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 64 accept only the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge".
Only the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge" 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.
So you're looking for a solid carry-on backpack to make your travels a little bit easier, huh? It seems we've got two contenders in the ring today - the Osprey Porter 46 and the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge". Let's size 'em up and see which one comes out on top.
The Osprey Porter 46 is a heavyweight, measuring in at 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 56 inches deep. It tips the scales at 1.5 pounds and boasts a man-sized capacity of 46 liters. Yes, it's a monster. But it's a clever beast, with ingenious features like a laptop compartment that fits a whopping 15-inch machine. It's crafted from rugged Nylon and its compatibility with 47% of airlines justifies its popularity among globetrotters.
On the other hand, the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge" is a more petite package at 17.1 inches tall, 29.2 inches wide, and 41.9 inches deep. It weighs slightly less at 1.4 pounds and has a trim 20 liters of capacity. But don't let its size fool you, 'The Rowledge' is a chic and versatile sidekick, crafted from a mix of premium Nylon and classy Nappa Leather accents. A laptop compartment snugly fits a 13-inch machine and impressively, this spry little number is compatible with 84% of airlines.
• Size: Osprey Porter 46 is larger and deeper • Weight: Lo & Sons "The Rowledge" is lighter by a fraction • Capacity: Osprey Porter 46 offers more than double the capacity • Material: Lo & Sons "The Rowledge" boasts premium Nylon and Nappa Leather accents • Laptop Compartment: Osprey Porter comfortably fits a larger laptop • Airline Compatibility: Lo & Sons "The Rowledge" trumps with a much higher compatibility rate
If you're an experienced trotter who leans towards durability, capacity and have a certain affinity for brands that have been around the block, the Osprey Porter 46 is your guy. Reviewers rave about its solid build, spaciousness and thoughtful features. On the flip side, if you're looking for something chic and versatile that'll securely hold your essentials and effortlessly blend into any professional setting, then the Lo & Sons "The Rowledge" is your best bet. Reviewers love its comfortable usage, style, and well-thought internal organization. It's a game of heavy-duty vs. versatility here. Make your pick, travellers!