Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L vs. Fjallraven Splitpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 0.89 kg |
| Dimensions | 65×31×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 13% |
| Price | $179 |
Feature by feature
| Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L | Feature | Fjallraven Splitpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| removable | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| Y | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 420-denier 100% recycled nylon ripstop, 70-denier 100% nylon ripstop | 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 Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L and Fjallraven Splitpack
- Compression straps: Removable on the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Opening: Other on the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L; Clamshell on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Hip belt: Yes on the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
Both have: backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 25 accept both. 0 accept only the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L, and 3 accept only the Fjallraven Splitpack.
Only the Fjallraven Splitpack fits
Great Lakes Airlines, Island Air, Sun Country.
Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L vs. Fjallraven Splitpack: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L carries the same capacity as the Fjallraven Splitpack (35L vs. 35L), while the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L is the lighter pack at 0.89kg (vs. 1.15kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Fjallraven Splitpack fits 15% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 35L is the better call.