Aer Fit Pack 3 vs. Aer Go Pack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Fit Pack 3 | Feature | Aer Go Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | Y |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 13in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior | 300D Cordura® ripstop exterior |
Key differences between the Aer Fit Pack 3 and Aer Go Pack
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Aer Fit Pack 3; No on the Aer Go Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Aer Fit Pack 3; 13in on the Aer Go Pack.
- Rain cover: Optional on the Aer Fit Pack 3; No on the Aer Go Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: 1 on the Aer Fit Pack 3; 2 on the Aer Go Pack.
Both have: passport pocket, luggage passthrough, backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 179 accept both. 0 accept only the Aer Fit Pack 3, and 1 accept only the Aer Go Pack.
Only the Aer Go Pack fits
Air Niugini.
Aer Fit Pack 3 vs. Aer Go Pack: which should you pack?
The Aer Go Pack carries 2.6999999999999993L more than the Aer Fit Pack 3 (18.7L vs. 21.4L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Aer Fit Pack 3 fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Go Pack; if you want to travel lighter, the Aer Fit Pack 3 is the better call.