Bellroy Shift Backpack vs. ILE Flaptop Mini
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Bellroy Shift Backpack
by Bellroy
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1.25 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×30×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 86% |
| Price | $169 |
Feature by feature
| Bellroy Shift Backpack | Feature | ILE Flaptop Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Venture-weave polyester | Durable Cordura or XPAC Sailcloth |
ILE Flaptop Mini
| Capacity | 21 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 0×0×0 cm |
| Airline fit | % |
| Price | $240 |
Key differences between the Bellroy Shift Backpack and ILE Flaptop Mini
- Compression straps: No on the Bellroy Shift Backpack; Yes on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
- Passport pocket: No on the Bellroy Shift Backpack; Yes on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Bellroy Shift Backpack; No on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
- Water bottle pockets: 1 on the Bellroy Shift Backpack; 2 on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, water resistant.
Bellroy Shift Backpack vs. ILE Flaptop Mini: which should you pack?
The Bellroy Shift Backpack carries 1L more than the ILE Flaptop Mini (22L vs. 21L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Bellroy Shift Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Bellroy Shift Backpack is the better call.