Osprey Porter 46 vs. Aer Tech Pack 2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Aer Tech Pack 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| 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 | 1680D CORDURA® ballistic nylon exterior (bluesign® approved) |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Aer Tech Pack 2
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Aer Tech Pack 2.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Aer Tech Pack 2.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Aer Tech Pack 2.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 3 on the Aer Tech Pack 2.
Both have: passport pocket, luggage passthrough, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, 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 63 accept only the Aer Tech Pack 2.
Only the Aer Tech Pack 2 fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, 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.
When you're in the market for a carry-on backpack, there are plenty of options, but today, let's zero in on a couple choices: the Osprey Porter 46 and the Aer Tech Pack 2. Let's start with the Porter 46 by Osprey. This bag is a beast. It measures in at 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 56 inches deep. Despite its large size, it's surprisingly light, weighing in at just a pound and a half. With 46 liters of capacity, this nylon backpack is a trusty companion for those who like to pack a lot. While it may seem bulky, when cinched down, it shows its streamlined look. Airport compatibility is a mixed bag, with this pack being suitable for 47% of airlines.
Now, let's switch gears and discuss the Aer Tech Pack 2. It's a sleeker choice, sizing up at 18 inches tall, 31 inches wide, and 46 inches deep. This pack is slightly heavier than the Osprey, tipping the scale at 1.7 pounds. However, capacity is significantly lesser with around 17 liters. But this trade-off means better compatibility. The Tech Pack 2 is accepted by 82% of airlines. In terms of materials, it's made of 840D nylon, providing a tougher exterior. The laptop compartment in this pack can welcome up to a 16-inch laptop.
- Size: The Osprey Porter 46 is larger with dimension of 23x36x56 inches compared to the more compact Aer Techt Pack 2's 18x31x46 inch structure.
- Weight: The Osprey is lighter at 1.5 pounds versus the Aer's 1.7 pounds.
- Capacity: The Osprey boasts of a larger 46-liter capacity, while the Aer offers a modest 17 liters.
- Airline compatibility: The Aer pack wins on this front, being compatible with 82% of airlines compared to the Osprey's 47%.
- Material: Although both are made of nylon, the Aer pack is made of a thicker 840D nylon contrasted to the Osprey's regular nylon.
- Laptop compatibility: The Aer pack can accommodate a larger laptop, fitting up to 16 inches compared to the Osprey's 1 inch.
In conclusion, if you're looking to carry more items, the Osprey Porter 46, with its larger capacity and lighter weight, might suit your needs better. But if airline compatibility and laptop protection are your prerogatives, the Aer Tech Pack 2 pulls ahead with more airlines accepting it and an impressive laptop compartment. Both packs are made from durable materials, but the Aer pack's 840D nylon could withstand harder knocks. As with all gear, the best one for you is the one that best fits your specific travel needs and circumstances. So, weigh these considerations and choose accordingly.