Outlander Packable Backpack vs. HikePro
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Outlander Packable Backpack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×27×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $20 |
Feature by feature
| Outlander Packable Backpack | Feature | HikePro |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| N | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| High Quality Water and Tear Resistant Nylon material | |
Key differences between the Outlander Packable Backpack and HikePro
- Main compartments: 3 on the Outlander Packable Backpack; 2 on the HikePro.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, water bottle pockets.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 178 accept both. 3 accept only the Outlander Packable Backpack, and 0 accept only the HikePro.
Only the Outlander Packable Backpack fits
Air Tahiti, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air.
Outlander Packable Backpack vs. HikePro: which should you pack?
The Outlander Packable Backpack carries the same capacity as the HikePro (20L vs. 20L), while the HikePro is the lighter pack at 0.2kg (vs. 0.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Outlander Packable Backpack fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Outlander Packable Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the HikePro is the better call.