Matador Freefly16 vs. Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Matador Freefly16
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×25×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $80 |
Feature by feature
| Matador Freefly16 | Feature | Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 2 |
| Passport | front | |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 70D Robic nylon with UHMWPE ripstop, PFAS free | 70D Robic® nylon with UHMWPE ripstop, PFAS free |
Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 0.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×27×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $100 |
Key differences between the Matador Freefly16 and Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack
- Opening: Other on the Matador Freefly16; Rolltop on the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
- Hip belt: No on the Matador Freefly16; Removable on the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, 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. 174 accept both. 2 accept only the Matador Freefly16, and 0 accept only the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
Only the Matador Freefly16 fits
Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Matador Freefly16 vs. Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack: which should you pack?
The Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack carries 6L more than the Matador Freefly16 (16L vs. 22L), while the Matador Freefly16 is the lighter pack at 0.2kg (vs. 0.3kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Matador Freefly16 fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Matador Freefly16 is the better call.