Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs. Nordace Eliz
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 | Nordace Eliz |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| 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 | Nylon & Microfiber Leather |
Key differences between the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L and Nordace Eliz
- Opening: Top zip on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Top flap on the Nordace Eliz.
- Passport pocket: No on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Yes on the Nordace Eliz.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Yes on the Nordace Eliz.
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. 172 accept both. 0 accept only the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L, and 7 accept only the Nordace Eliz.
Only the Nordace Eliz fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs. Nordace Eliz: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L carries 4L more than the Nordace Eliz (22L vs. 18L), while the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L is the lighter pack at 0.48kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Nordace Eliz fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L is the better call.