Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL vs. Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL
| Capacity | 36 L |
| Weight | 1.34 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×34×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 68% |
| Price | $128 |
Feature by feature
| Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL | Feature | Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | side |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 600D PES, 420D PA | 1000 weight urethane coated, Dupont certified CORDURA® Brand Nylon |
Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack
| Capacity | 38 L |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×33×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $400 |
Key differences between the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL and Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack
- Opening: Clamshell on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL; Other on the Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack.
- Passport pocket: No on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL; Side on the Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack.
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL; No on the Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack.
- Main compartments: 1 on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL; 4 on the Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 129 accept both. 0 accept only the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL, and 5 accept only the Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack.
Only the Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack fits
Oman Air, Royal Jordanian, Scoot, Tiger Airways, WestJet.
Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL vs. Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack: which should you pack?
The Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack carries 2L more than the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL (36L vs. 38L), while the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL is the lighter pack at 1.34kg (vs. 1.8kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack fits 71% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Red Oxx Sky Train Convertible Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL is the better call.