Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus vs. Osprey Flapjill
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 | Osprey Flapjill |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 0 |
| Y | Passport | side |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| N | Sternum Strap | |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Venture-weave polyester and leather | 600D Polyspun |
Osprey Flapjill
| Capacity | 19 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×34×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 74% |
| Price | $110 |
Key differences between the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and Osprey Flapjill
- Opening: Top zip on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Other on the Osprey Flapjill.
- Passport pocket: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Side on the Osprey Flapjill.
- Hip belt: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Removable on the Osprey Flapjill.
- Main compartments: 1 on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; 3 on the Osprey Flapjill.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Yes on the Osprey Flapjill.
Both have: laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 132 accept both. 2 accept only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus, and 7 accept only the Osprey Flapjill.
Only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus fits
Liat Airlines, Pakistan International.
Only the Osprey Flapjill fits
Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia.
The Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and the Osprey Flapjill are two high-quality carry-on backpacks with differing functionality and designs. The Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus, as one reviewer enthused, "has a clean aesthetic, lots of organization and excellent build and materials...well suited to be your everyday carry for work." Made of Venture-weave polyester and leather, it weighs in at a pound and stands at 21 inches tall and 52 inches deep. It offers 22 liters of capacity and boasts compatibility with 65% of airlines--a sleek yet substantial answer for professionals and travelers who want a backpack that's as stylish as it is practical.
In contrast, the Osprey Flapjill has its own distinct style and utility that's earned its share of compliments, including: "As a designer, the attention to details gives me a hard-on. The sophisticated style and thoughtful design make it the perfect bag for everyday carry." Crafted from 600D Polyspun, it's a lightweight contender at 0.9 pounds with a height of 46 inches and a depth of 23 inches. Despite its smaller capacity of 19 liters, it compensates with an impressive compatibility rate of 98% with airlines--a more globally friendly option for frequent flyers.
In terms of differences, here's a quick comparison:
- Size: Bellroy: 21" tall, 52" deep // Osprey: 46" tall, 23" deep
- Weight: Bellroy: 1 lb // Osprey: 0.9 lbs
- Capacity: Bellroy: 22 liters // Osprey: 19 liters
- Airline Compatibility: Bellroy: 65% // Osprey: 98%
- Material: Bellroy: Venture-weave polyester and leather // Osprey: 600D Polyspun
- Design Aesthetic: Bellroy: Sleek, minimalistic, professional // Osprey: Sophisticated, detailed, universal
To round things up, both the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and the Osprey Flapjill offer remarkable craftsmanship, supreme materials, and versatile designs that adapt to various environments. Their distinct features cater to individual needs--the Bellroy offering more organisational layers and a professional appeal, while the Osprey delivers with a sophisticated design and greater airline compatibility. It's ultimately a matter of personal preference: Whether you're more inclined towards chic minimalism or detailed ingenuity; whether airline compatibility supersedes storage volume, both backpacks rise to the occasion, providing everyday carry solutions in their own unique ways.