Osprey Porter 46 vs. Fjallraven Travel Pack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Porter 46 | Feature | Fjallraven Travel Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | Y |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| 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 | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton |
Fjallraven Travel Pack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.65 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×32×27 cm |
| Airline fit | 14% |
| Price | $225 |
Key differences between the Osprey Porter 46 and Fjallraven Travel Pack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Osprey Porter 46; Yes on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Osprey Porter 46; No on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Osprey Porter 46; 15in on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Osprey Porter 46; 2 on the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
Both have: 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. 26 accept both. 90 accept only the Osprey Porter 46, and 1 accept only the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
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 Travel Pack fits
Croatia Air.
Osprey Porter 46 vs Fjallraven Travel Pack
Whether you're going on an epic adventure or a city break, a high-quality backpack makes all the difference. Two top-notch options are the Osprey Porter 46 and the Fjallraven Travel Pack.
The Osprey Porter 46 is a monster of a pack, a robust backpack that won’t bow under the pressure of heavy loads. Whether you're jetting off on an extended trip or need a reliable bag for adventures closer to home, the Porter 46 delivers. It has the most generous capacity of the two with a sturdy Nylon construction and seemingly endless pockets to keep your gear organised. Its compatibility with a wide range of airlines also makes it a handy companion for those who frequent the skies.
The Fjallraven Travel Pack treads a more gentle path into the heart of travellers. Somehow managing to merge simplicity with a hefty dose of functionality, it doesn't have the same capacity as the Porter 46. Nevertheless, it has a pedigree in high-class organisations. A design that includes a padded laptop section, and numerous pockets, combined with a classy aesthetic, appeals to the meticulous planner in all of us.
- Dimensions: Osprey is 23x36x56 (inches); Fjallraven is 27x32x46
- Weight: Osprey weighs 1.5 pounds; Fjallraven weighs 1.65
- Capacity: Osprey holds 46 liters; Fjallraven holds 35
- Airlines compatibility: Osprey is compatible with 47% of airlines; Fjallraven with 30%
- Material: The Osprey is made of Nylon; The Fjallraven of G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton
- Laptop compartment: Osprey fits a 17" laptop; Fjallraven fits a 15" model
The views of reviewers also reflect this. The Porter 46 receives praise for its durability, versatility, and overall value for money. On the flip side, the Fjallraven Travel Pack is often lauded for its comfort, style, and excellent organisation.
In essence, the Porter 46 and the Travel Pack both come with their unique perks. You can't go wrong with either, but your ultimate choice might just come down to the type of traveller you are. The Porter 46 looks like it could thrive in the jungle as well as the city streets. In contrast, the Travel Pack seems more at home navigating the aisles of an overhead locker and exploring the avenues of a new city.