YNOT Magnetica vs. Millican Smith 18L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| YNOT Magnetica | Feature | Millican Smith 18L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 2 |
| front | Passport | side |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| optional | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| YKK AquaGuard zippers | Weatherproof Bionic Canvas |
Millican Smith 18L
| Capacity | 18 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×28×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $130 |
Key differences between the YNOT Magnetica and Millican Smith 18L
- Opening: Top flap on the YNOT Magnetica; Rolltop on the Millican Smith 18L.
- Passport pocket: Front on the YNOT Magnetica; Side on the Millican Smith 18L.
- Hip belt: Optional on the YNOT Magnetica; Removable on the Millican Smith 18L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the YNOT Magnetica; No on the Millican Smith 18L.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 172 accept both. 7 accept only the YNOT Magnetica, and 2 accept only the Millican Smith 18L.
Only the YNOT Magnetica fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Only the Millican Smith 18L fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines.
YNOT Magnetica vs. Millican Smith 18L: which should you pack?
The YNOT Magnetica carries 2L more than the Millican Smith 18L (20L vs. 18L), while the Millican Smith 18L is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the YNOT Magnetica fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the YNOT Magnetica; if you want to travel lighter, the Millican Smith 18L is the better call.