YNOT Magnetica vs. Fjallraven Ulvö 23
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| YNOT Magnetica | Feature | Fjallraven Ulvö 23 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 4 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| optional | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | 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 | |
| YKK AquaGuard zippers | Bergshell®: 400D 100% polyamide |
Fjallraven Ulvö 23
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×28×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $125 |
Key differences between the YNOT Magnetica and Fjallraven Ulvö 23
- Compression straps: No on the YNOT Magnetica; 2 on the Fjallraven Ulvö 23.
- Opening: Top flap on the YNOT Magnetica; Top zip on the Fjallraven Ulvö 23.
- Hip belt: Optional on the YNOT Magnetica; No on the Fjallraven Ulvö 23.
- Main compartments: 3 on the YNOT Magnetica; 2 on the Fjallraven Ulvö 23.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, 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. 179 accept both. 0 accept only the YNOT Magnetica, and 2 accept only the Fjallraven Ulvö 23.
Only the Fjallraven Ulvö 23 fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines.
YNOT Magnetica vs. Fjallraven Ulvö 23: which should you pack?
The Fjallraven Ulvö 23 carries 3L more than the YNOT Magnetica (20L vs. 23L), while the Fjallraven Ulvö 23 is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Fjallraven Ulvö 23 fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Fjallraven Ulvö 23; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Ulvö 23 is the better call.