YNOT Magnetica vs. Waterfield Bolt
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| YNOT Magnetica | Feature | Waterfield Bolt |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 4 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| optional | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| 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 | Durable waxed canvas OR 1050 Denier Ballistic nylon |
Waterfield Bolt
| Capacity | 17 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 41×32×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $370 |
Key differences between the YNOT Magnetica and Waterfield Bolt
- Opening: Top flap on the YNOT Magnetica; Top zip on the Waterfield Bolt.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the YNOT Magnetica; Yes on the Waterfield Bolt.
- Hip belt: Optional on the YNOT Magnetica; No on the Waterfield Bolt.
- Sternum strap: Removable on the YNOT Magnetica; No on the Waterfield Bolt.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, 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. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
YNOT Magnetica vs. Waterfield Bolt: which should you pack?
The YNOT Magnetica carries 3L more than the Waterfield Bolt (20L vs. 17L), while the YNOT Magnetica is the lighter pack at 1kg (vs. 1.5kg). 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 YNOT Magnetica is the better call.