Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus vs. Hanchor Pipe T1
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×30×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $179 |
Feature by feature
| Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus | Feature | Hanchor Pipe T1 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| N | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2, front |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Venture-weave polyester and leather | X-Pac VX21 |
Key differences between the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and Hanchor Pipe T1
- Opening: Top zip on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Clamshell on the Hanchor Pipe T1.
- Passport pocket: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Top on the Hanchor Pipe T1.
- Hip belt: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Removable on the Hanchor Pipe T1.
- Sternum strap: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Removable on the Hanchor Pipe T1.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; No on the Hanchor Pipe T1.
- Main compartments: 1 on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; 3 on the Hanchor Pipe T1.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; 2, front on the Hanchor Pipe T1.
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 39 accept only the Hanchor Pipe T1.
Only the Hanchor Pipe T1 fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Niugini, 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, 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), Volotea, Xiamen.
The Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and the Hanchor Pipe T1 both offer sizeable benefits for different types of travelers. The Backpack Plus stands tall at 21 inches, with a width of 30 inches and depth of 52 inches. Constructed with durable Venture-weave polyester and leather, this bag rightfully boasts of great craftsmanship. Its interior can hold up to 22 liters - an impressive volume given its compact structure. As a bonus, a compartment that perfectly fits a 15 inch laptop is included. While it is compatible for use with 65% of airlines, its relatively heavier weight of 1 pound could be a hindrance to some.
On the other hand, the Hanchor Pipe T1, measuring 51 inches tall, 29 inches wide, and 19 inches deep, offers a higher capacity of 24 liters. Unlike its counterpart, this bag foregoes a laptop compartment in favor of portability and compatibility, weighing in at a mere 0.6 pounds. Remarkably, it's compatible with 98% of airlines. Its material, X-Pac VX21, is a durable and lightweight fabric, contributing to its broadly appealing design.
- Height: Bellroy (21 inches) vs. Hanchor (51 inches)
- Width: Bellroy (30 inches) vs. Hanchor (29 inches)
- Depth: Bellroy (52 inches) vs. Hanchor (19 inches)
- Weight: Bellroy (1 pound) vs. Hanchor (0.6 pounds)
- Capacity: Bellroy (22 liters) vs. Hanchor (24 liters)
- Airlines Compatibility: Bellroy (65%) vs. Hanchor (98%)
- Material: Bellroy (Venture-weave polyester and leather) vs. Hanchor (X-Pac VX21)
- Laptop Compartment: Bellroy (Yes) vs. Hanchor (No)
Reviewers have heaped praises on both backpacks, particularly loving the Classic Backpack Plus' stylish minimalistic design and excellent organization features. One user stated, "The Classic Backpack Plus from Bellroy has a clean aesthetic, lots of organization and some excellent build and materials… well suited to be your everyday carry for work." This bag ticks the boxes for both form and function.
While the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus certainly wins on aesthetics and functionality, the Hanchor Pipe T1’s main advantage lies in its impressive compatibility with airlines and its lightweight design. Both backpacks have proved themselves worthy contenders for your travel needs, each with its unique offerings. It would seem that the deciding factor largely relies on specific user preferences.