Osprey Porter 46 vs. Fjallraven Splitpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Fjallraven Splitpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | N |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| 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 | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton |
Fjallraven Splitpack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.15 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×28×28 cm |
| Airline fit | 15% |
| Price | $200 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Fjallraven Splitpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 1 on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
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. 26 accept both. 90 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 2 accept only the Fjallraven Splitpack.
Only the Osprey Porter 46 fits
Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air Macau, Air Nostrum, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, ANA, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, EL AL, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Norwegian, Onur Air, Peach, PenAir, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, SAS Scandinavian, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, Thai Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, WOW Airlines.
Only the Fjallraven Splitpack fits
Croatia Air, Great Lakes Airlines.
Two carry on backpacks, the Osprey Porter 46 and Fjallraven Splitpack, are competing for traveler's attention. Each offers distinct features designed for different travel needs. Let's take a closer look.
The Osprey Porter 46 boasts an impressive 46 liters of capacity stowed inside a 23-inch-tall, 36-inch-wide, 56-inch-deep nylon shell. This backpack is a good deal with its sturdy construction, compatibility with 47% of airlines, and additional features like a laptop compartment that could fit a 1 inch laptop. It's a bag designed with the urban traveler in mind - spacious, quick to pack and unpack, and lightweight for its size.
In comparison, the Fjallraven Splitpack packs 35 liters of capacity into a 28-inch-tall, 48-inch-wide, 28-inch-deep design. And it does it with style and craftsmanship, using a sturdy and eco-friendly G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton. Although compatible with fewer airlines, 30% to be exact, it has its distinct advantages. The Fjallraven Splitpack doesn't have a laptop compartment, but its innovative design and versatility to be used as a duffle bag or a backpack make it a great choice.
In summary, here are the differences:
- The Osprey Porter 46 is bigger but lighter, the Fjallraven Splitpack is smaller but heavier.
- The Osprey Porter 46 has more capacity – 46 liters, compared to the Fjallraven Splitpack's 35 liters.
- The Osprey Porter 46 is compatible with more airlines – 47%, vs the Fjallraven Splitpack's 30%.
- The Osprey Porter 46 has a laptop compartment that can fit a 1 inch laptop, while the Fjallraven Splitpack lacks this feature.
- The materials they are made of are different- the Osprey Porter 46 is made of nylon, the Fjallraven Splitpack of G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco.
Each backpack brings its unique strengths to the table - the Osprey Porter 46 with its spaciousness and convenience; the Fjallraven Splitpack with its stylish design, robustness, and versatility. Which one is "better" really depends on the needs of the traveler. The choice, as they say, is yours.