Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×30×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 65% |
| Price | $179 |
| Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus | Feature | Pacsafe Venturesafe X30 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | S |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| N | Hip Belt | H |
| N | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 15 |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Venture-weave polyester and leather | 210D Nylon Double Ripstop, PU1000mmLining: 200D Polyester Oxford, PU1000mm |
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×27×17 cm |
| Airline fit | 99% |
| Price | $170 |
A review and comparison of the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus versus the Pacsafe Venturesafe X30 is a journey through carry-on innovation. The Bellroy Backpack, gleaming with sophistication in its Venture-weave polyester and leather build, stands tall at 21 inches with a generous width of 30 inches, and depth of 52 inches. It's a lightweight companion, tipping the scale at just one pound, making it an optimal choice for comfort during long trips. Its spec sheet counts a 22-liter capacity, with a compartment that snuggly fits a 15-inch laptop. But where it truly shines is its universal compatibility - embraced by 65% of all airlines.
In contrast, the Pacsafe Venturesafe X30 towers at a height of 53 inches, with a breadth of 27 inches and an overall depth of 17 inches. Built sturdily using 210D Nylon Double Ripstop and lined with 200D Polyester Oxford, this pack weighs slightly heavier at 1.3 pounds. But, it comes with a greater holding capacity, boasting a 30-liter space with a safe nook for a 15-inch laptop. Importantly, nearly all airlines warmly welcome the X30, with a 99% compatibility rating.
Don't let the Bellroy's minimalist design fool you, as aptly put by one reviewer - the pack is a fusion of form and function with an excellent build, quality materials, and abundance of organizational potential, making it ideal for both students and professionals alike. The positive affirmations inside the bag are testimonies of the intent and care that go into crafting each unit, as one reviewer joyfully noted.
Anti-theft measures are the Pacsafe's calling card, courtesy of clever internal pockets and an RFID safe pocket. The convenience of a rain cover makes it ideal for ventures into the unpredictable outdoors. Reviewers hail this backpack as the perfect blend of security and organization, with a dash of style that keeps it from feeling too utilitarian. It is these qualities that lend the pack to be an optimal companion for adventure-seeking backpackers.