Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23 vs. ILE Flaptop Mini
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23
by Fjallraven
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.65 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×26×12 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $135 |
Feature by feature
| Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23 | Feature | ILE Flaptop Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Bergshell®: 400D 100% polyamide | 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 Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23 and ILE Flaptop Mini
- Opening: Rolltop on the Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23; Top flap on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
- Passport pocket: No on the Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23; Yes on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23; Removable on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23; No on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23 vs. ILE Flaptop Mini: which should you pack?
The Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23 carries 2L more than the ILE Flaptop Mini (23L vs. 21L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Ulvö Rolltop 23 is the better call.