Deuter Aviant Access 55 vs. Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Deuter Aviant Access 55 | Feature | Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| hideable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| hideable | Sternum Strap | hideable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 13in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 600D PES, 420D PA | 600D PES, 420D PA |
Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL
| Capacity | 55 L |
| Weight | 2.46 kg |
| Dimensions | 64×34×26 cm |
| Airline fit | 2% |
| Price | $144 |
Key differences between the Deuter Aviant Access 55 and Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Deuter Aviant Access 55; 13in on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Deuter Aviant Access 55; No on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap, 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. 3 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Deuter Aviant Access 55 vs. Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL: which should you pack?
The Deuter Aviant Access 55 carries the same capacity as the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL (55L vs. 55L), while the Deuter Aviant Access 55 is the lighter pack at 1.64kg (vs. 2.46kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Aviant Access 55 fits 2% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter Aviant Access 55; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Aviant Access 55 is the better call.