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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/5oj5wl4dh0/patagonia-arbor-zip-pack-22l/jihszp227a/ryu-flex-pack-20l/"
title: "Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs Ryu Flex Pack 20L"
description: "Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs Ryu Flex Pack 20L: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
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# Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs. Ryu Flex Pack 20L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/5oj5wl4dh0/patagonia-arbor-zip-pack-22l/)

by [Patagonia](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Patagonia)

![Front facing view of the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1633320418/carryons/Arbor_Zip_Pack_22L_hvdjmv.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>22 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.48 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>49×31×13 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>91%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$89</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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 |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>600-denier 100% recycled polyester, 200-denier 100% recycled polyester</td><td>100% nylon with silicone coating and Polygiene® finish</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Ryu Flex Pack 20L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/jihszp227a/ryu-flex-pack-20l/)

by [RYU](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=RYU)

![Front facing view of the Ryu Flex Pack 20L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1634034107/carryons/Ryu_Flex_Pack_syhtcj.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>20 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>46×31×18 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>94%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$98</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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.