Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs. Bellroy Apex Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 0.48 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×31×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 91% |
| Price | $89 |
Feature by feature
| Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L | Feature | Bellroy Apex Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 600-denier 100% recycled polyester, 200-denier 100% recycled polyester | Recycled Baida Nylon and premium, environmentally certified leather |
Bellroy Apex Backpack
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×33×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 86% |
| Price | $449 |
Key differences between the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L and Bellroy Apex Backpack
- Opening: Top zip on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Other on the Bellroy Apex Backpack.
- Sternum strap: No on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Removable on the Bellroy Apex Backpack.
Both have: 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. 163 accept both. 9 accept only the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L, and 0 accept only the Bellroy Apex Backpack.
Only the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L fits
Belavia, Etihad Airways, Liat Airlines, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Scoot, Tiger Airways, WestJet.
Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs. Bellroy Apex Backpack: which should you pack?
The Bellroy Apex Backpack carries 4L more than the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L (22L vs. 26L), while the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L is the lighter pack at 0.48kg (vs. 1.4kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L fits 91% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Bellroy Apex Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L is the better call.