Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs. Deuter Stepout 22
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 | Deuter Stepout 22 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| 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 | 300D PES Ripstop |
Deuter Stepout 22
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 0.85 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×30×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $75 |
Key differences between the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L and Deuter Stepout 22
- Compression straps: No on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Yes on the Deuter Stepout 22.
- Hip belt: No on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Removable on the Deuter Stepout 22.
- Sternum strap: No on the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L; Removable on the Deuter Stepout 22.
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 6 accept only the Deuter Stepout 22.
Only the Deuter Stepout 22 fits
Air Niugini, American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L vs. Deuter Stepout 22: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L carries the same capacity as the Deuter Stepout 22 (22L vs. 22L), while the Patagonia Arbor Zip Pack 22L is the lighter pack at 0.48kg (vs. 0.85kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Stepout 22 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.