Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack vs. Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×31×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $225 |
Feature by feature
| Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack | Feature | Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | optional |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Dimension-Polyant’s X42, Cordura 500D Nylon, 630D HD Twill | Available in: X-Pac X42, 500D, 630D HD |
Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack
| Capacity | 21 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×30×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $255 |
Key differences between the Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack and Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack
- Passport pocket: Back on the Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack; Front on the Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack; Yes on the Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack; Optional on the Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, 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. 174 accept both. 0 accept only the Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack, and 1 accept only the Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack.
Only the Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack fits
Air Niugini.
Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack vs. Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack: which should you pack?
The Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack carries 1L more than the Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack (22L vs. 21L), while the Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack is the lighter pack at 1.5kg (vs. 1.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Alpha One-Niner SERT, PENUMBRA 2.0 Backpack fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Alpha One-Niner Evade 1.5 Backpack is the better call.