Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus vs. Lo & Sons "The Hakuba"
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 | 65% |
| Price | $179 |
Feature by feature
| Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus | Feature | Lo & Sons "The Hakuba" |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 15 |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 0 |
| N | Organizer | |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Venture-weave polyester and leather | Recycled Poly |
Lo & Sons "The Hakuba"
| Capacity | 35.5 L |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 56×34×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 97% |
| Price | $165 |
When it comes to carry-on backpacks that balance functionality and style, both Bellroy’s Classic Backpack Plus and Lo & Sons' "The Hakuba" win high marks. The Classic Backpack Plus touts understated elegance and refined craftsmanship - it's made of Venture-weave polyester and leather, lending a sophisticated aesthetic that makes it perfectly suited for a wide variety of environments. Moreover, it features generous organization systems giving it a balance of form and function that can accommodate even the most organized of commuters. On the other hand, The Hakuba, the eco-friendly choice, boasts a robust build from Recycled Poly. Buyers praised it for its thoughtful layout, including a generous central compartment and a large, separate compartment at the bottom for shoes or dirty clothes, underpinning its extraordinary versatility as a work, gym, or travel bag.
- Size: Bellroy (21" H x 30" W x 52" D) vs. Lo & Sons (21" H x 34" W x 56" D)
- Weight: Bellroy (1 lb) vs. Lo & Sons (1.1 lb)
- Capacity: Bellroy (22 liters) vs. Lo & Sons (35.5 liters)
- Airline compatibility: Bellroy (65%) vs. Lo & Sons (97%)
- Material: Bellroy (Venture-weave polyester and leather) vs. Lo & Sons (Recycled Poly)
- Laptop compartment: Both fit a 15" laptop
- Design compliments: Bellroy (classic, stylish, great functionality) vs. Lo & Sons (beautiful, attention to details, huge separate compartment, eco-friendly, versatile)
Both the Classic Backpack Plus and The Hakuba embrace a similar philosophy of thoughtful design. They ensure there's a place for everything from your laptop to those little extras, underpinning the packs' keen emphasis on organization and accessibility. Both will comfortably fit a 15" laptop, although The Hakuba easily outpaces the Bellroy with its larger capacity (35.5 liters compared to Bellroy’s 22 liters) and more extensive airline compatibility (97% to Bellroy's 65%).
In summary, while the Classic Backpack Plus from Bellroy dazzles with its sleek, minimalistic design and remarkable craftsmanship, Lo & Sons' “The Hakuba” impresses with its versatility, eco-friendly construction, and a host of user-friendly features. These backpacks share many similarities, but their differences, as outlined, could significantly impact their suitability to your specific needs, lifestyle, and preference.