Db Journey Ramverk vs. Aer Day Pack 3

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

Db Journey Ramverk

Front facing view of the Db Journey Ramverk
Capacity21 L
Weight1.1 kg
Dimensions45×31×16 cm
Airline fit95%
Price$220

Feature by feature

Db Journey RamverkFeatureAer Day Pack 3
Storage
N Compression N
None Expanded Capacity None
1 Opening 1
top Passport top
N Passthrough Y
Carry
Y Backpack Y
N Hip Belt N
removable Sternum Strap Y
Inside
16in Laptop 16in
3 Main Compartments 3
N Organizer N
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
1, side Water Bottle Holder 1, side
N Water Resistant Y
Material
Polyester1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior (bluesign® approved)

Aer Day Pack 3

by Aer
Front facing view of the Aer Day Pack 3
Capacity14 L
Weight1.3 kg
Dimensions44×30×14 cm
Airline fit95%
Price$160

Key differences between the Db Journey Ramverk and Aer Day Pack 3

Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, laptop sleeve, water bottle pockets.

Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 179 accept both. 0 accept only the Db Journey Ramverk, and 1 accept only the Aer Day Pack 3.

Only the Aer Day Pack 3 fits

Air Niugini.

Db Journey Ramverk vs. Aer Day Pack 3: which should you pack?

The Db Journey Ramverk carries 7L more than the Aer Day Pack 3 (21L vs. 14L), while the Db Journey Ramverk is the lighter pack at 1.1kg (vs. 1.3kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Db Journey Ramverk fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Db Journey Ramverk; if you want to travel lighter, the Db Journey Ramverk is the better call.