Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus vs. Aer Tech Pack

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

Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus

by Bellroy
Front facing view of the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus
Capacity22 L
Weight1 kg
Dimensions52×30×21 cm
Airline fit71%
Price$179

Feature by feature

Storage
N Compression N
None Expanded Capacity None
4 Opening 0
Y Passport top
N Passthrough N
Carry
Y Backpack Y
N Hip Belt N
N Sternum Strap removable
Inside
15in Laptop 16in
1 Main Compartments 4
N Organizer Y
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
N Water Bottle Holder 1, side
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
Venture-weave polyester and leatherWater-resistant, coated front exterior 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon side exterior YKK AquaGuard zippers

Aer Tech Pack

by Aer
Front facing view of the Aer Tech Pack
Capacity16 L
Weight1.5 kg
Dimensions48×32×18 cm
Airline fit92%
Price$210

Key differences between the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and Aer Tech Pack

Both have: 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. 134 accept both. 0 accept only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus, and 40 accept only the Aer Tech Pack.

Only the Aer Tech Pack fits

Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, Volotea, Xiamen.

When it comes to selecting the right carry on backpack, the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and the Aer Tech Pack both have their positive attributes. The Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus stands out with its impressive dimensions of 21" Tall, 30" Wide and 52" Deep, providing 22 liters of capacity. It towers over the Aer Tech Pack, which measures 49" Tall, 33" Wide and 19" Deep, with a smaller capacity of just 16 liters. Material-wise, the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus offers a combination of Venture-weave polyester and leather, creating a weather-resistant finish, perfect for the outdoors. The Aer Tech Pack, however, boasts a water-resistant, coated front exterior, 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon side exterior, and YKK AquaGuard zippers, giving it a secure, weather-proof, high-tech look and feel.

In summary, the key differences between the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and Aer Tech Pack are:

Praise has been generously showered on both these fantastic backpacks. Reviewers have lauded the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus for its sleek aesthetics, excellent organization and build, and have recommended it for both students and professionals. Appreciation for the bag’s balance of form and function has been universal. The Aer Tech Pack also earned high marks, appeasing the picky critics with its superb Aesthetics, thoughtfully constructed design, and attention-grabbing details.

Choosing between the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and the Aer Tech Pack ultimately comes down to your personal needs. If size and capacity are more important to you, the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus may be the suitable choice. If you need a more tech-friendly, compact backpack with larger laptop compatibility, the Aer Tech Pack may be your go-to. Each backpack has its own unique merits, making both of them excellent choices for any travel-savvy individual.