Wandrd PRVKE 21 vs. Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Wandrd PRVKE 21 | Feature | Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| Y | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Tarpaulin and Ballistic 1680 D Nylon Weather Resistant YKK Zippers | 8.7-oz 300-denier |
Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×30×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $200 |
Key differences between the Wandrd PRVKE 21 and Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L
- Compression straps: 2 on the Wandrd PRVKE 21; No on the Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Wandrd PRVKE 21; Top on the Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Wandrd PRVKE 21; Hideable on the Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L.
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Wandrd PRVKE 21; Yes on the Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L.
- Rain cover: Yes on the Wandrd PRVKE 21; No on the Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L.
Both have: luggage passthrough, hip belt, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 169 accept both. 7 accept only the Wandrd PRVKE 21, and 0 accept only the Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L.
Only the Wandrd PRVKE 21 fits
Air Niugini, Belavia, Etihad Airways, Great Lakes Airlines, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Wandrd PRVKE 21 vs. Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L carries 9L more than the Wandrd PRVKE 21 (21L vs. 30L), while the Wandrd PRVKE 21 is the lighter pack at 1.3kg (vs. 1.3kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Wandrd PRVKE 21 fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L; if you want to travel lighter, the Wandrd PRVKE 21 is the better call.