Arktype Dashpack II vs. Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack
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 | Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 13in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D DWR ballistic nylon YKK AquaGuard zippers Interior reinforced with 210D double-walled ripstop nylon | Dry-Finish Waxed Canvas |
Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×30×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $450 |
Key differences between the Arktype Dashpack II and Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Arktype Dashpack II; No on the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack.
- Opening: Top zip on the Arktype Dashpack II; Clamshell on the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack.
- Passport pocket: No on the Arktype Dashpack II; Top on the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 13in on the Arktype Dashpack II; 16in on the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 173 accept both. 3 accept only the Arktype Dashpack II, and 0 accept only the Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack.
Only the Arktype Dashpack II fits
Great Lakes Airlines, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Arktype Dashpack II vs. Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack: which should you pack?
The Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack carries 10L more than the Arktype Dashpack II (15L vs. 25L), while the Arktype Dashpack II is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 1.3kg). 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 Trakke Storr 25L Travel Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Arktype Dashpack II is the better call.