Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs. Ryu Flex Pack 20L
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 | Ryu Flex Pack 20L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| 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 | Y |
| 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 | 100% nylon with silicone coating and Polygiene® finish |
Key differences between the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L and Ryu Flex Pack 20L
- Sternum strap: No on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Removable on the Ryu Flex Pack 20L.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Yes on the Ryu Flex Pack 20L.
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 5 accept only the Ryu Flex Pack 20L.
Only the Ryu Flex Pack 20L fits
American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs. Ryu Flex Pack 20L: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L carries 2L more than the Ryu Flex Pack 20L (22L vs. 20L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Ryu Flex Pack 20L fits 94% 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.