Arktype Dashpack II vs. STM Trilogy
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 Trilogy |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D DWR ballistic nylon YKK AquaGuard zippers Interior reinforced with 210D double-walled ripstop nylon | 100% polyester |
Key differences between the Arktype Dashpack II and STM Trilogy
- Compression straps: 2 on the Arktype Dashpack II; No on the STM Trilogy.
- Laptop sleeve: 13in on the Arktype Dashpack II; 15in on the STM Trilogy.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Arktype Dashpack II; 1 on the STM Trilogy.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Arktype Dashpack II; 2 on the STM Trilogy.
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. 175 accept both. 1 accept only the Arktype Dashpack II, and 3 accept only the STM Trilogy.
Only the Arktype Dashpack II fits
Great Lakes Airlines.
Only the STM Trilogy fits
American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska.
Arktype Dashpack II vs. STM Trilogy: which should you pack?
The STM Trilogy carries 9L more than the Arktype Dashpack II (15L vs. 24L), while the STM Trilogy is the lighter pack at 0.64kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the STM Trilogy fits 94% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the STM Trilogy; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Trilogy is the better call.