Trakke Stor vs. Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Trakke Stor | Feature | Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | 35L |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Waxed canvas | PU coated 420 denier, high-density nylon |
Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2
| Capacity | 24 L |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×31×11 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $265 |
Key differences between the Trakke Stor and Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2
- Sternum strap: No on the Trakke Stor; Removable on the Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Trakke Stor; 16in on the Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Trakke Stor; 1, side on the Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2.
Both have: passport pocket, 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. 172 accept both. 0 accept only the Trakke Stor, and 2 accept only the Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2.
Only the Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2 fits
Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Trakke Stor vs. Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2: which should you pack?
The Trakke Stor carries 6L more than the Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2 (30L vs. 24L), while the Trakke Stor is the lighter pack at 1.4kg (vs. 1.4kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Knack Bags Medium Expandable Knack Pack v2 fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Trakke Stor; if you want to travel lighter, the Trakke Stor is the better call.