Arktype Dashpack II vs. STM Haven
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Arktype Dashpack II
| Capacity | 15 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×28×11 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $198 |
Feature by feature
| Arktype Dashpack II | Feature | STM Haven |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 13in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D DWR ballistic nylon YKK AquaGuard zippers Interior reinforced with 210D double-walled ripstop nylon | Polyester |
Key differences between the Arktype Dashpack II and STM Haven
- Compression straps: 2 on the Arktype Dashpack II; No on the STM Haven.
- Laptop sleeve: 13in on the Arktype Dashpack II; 15in on the STM Haven.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Arktype Dashpack II; 5 on the STM Haven.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Arktype Dashpack II; No on the STM Haven.
Both have: backpack straps, built-in organizer, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 176 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Arktype Dashpack II vs. STM Haven: which should you pack?
The STM Haven carries 5L more than the Arktype Dashpack II (15L vs. 20L), while the Arktype Dashpack II is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Arktype Dashpack II fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the STM Haven; if you want to travel lighter, the Arktype Dashpack II is the better call.