Deuter Freerider Pro 34+ vs. Exped Glissade 35
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Deuter Freerider Pro 34+
| Capacity | 34 L |
| Weight | 1.28 kg |
| Dimensions | 58×35×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 16% |
| Price | $180 |
Feature by feature
| Deuter Freerider Pro 34+ | Feature | Exped Glissade 35 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | |
| Material | |
| 420D PA Ripstop Clear TPU, 330D PA 6.6 Ripstop | 630 D Oxford nylon, PU coated, 1'500 mm water column Oeko-Tex 100 certified |
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 31 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Deuter Freerider Pro 34+ vs. Exped Glissade 35: which should you pack?
The Exped Glissade 35 carries 1L more than the Deuter Freerider Pro 34+ (34L vs. 35L), while the Exped Glissade 35 is the lighter pack at 0.2kg (vs. 1.28kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Freerider Pro 34+ fits 16% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Exped Glissade 35; if you want to travel lighter, the Exped Glissade 35 is the better call.