Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus vs. Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70
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 Farpoint® Travel Pack 70 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| N | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Venture-weave polyester and leather | 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop |
Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70
| Capacity | 67 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 61×34×34 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $200 |
Key differences between the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70
- Compression straps: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Yes on the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70.
- Passport pocket: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; No on the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Hideable on the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70.
- Hip belt: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Removable on the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70.
- Sternum strap: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Yes on the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70.
- Rain cover: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Yes on the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; 2 on the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70.
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. 2 accept both. 132 accept only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus, and 0 accept only the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70.
Only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus fits
Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Nostrum, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, ANA, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, EL AL, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Indigo, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Island Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LATAM , Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Norwegian, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, Thai Airways, Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, WestJet, WOW Airlines.
When it comes to ultra-functional, sleek carry-on backpacks, both the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70 definitely set the standards high. The Bellroy, with its refined aesthetic and sophisticated features, boasts a clean and classically stylish design. Its Venture-weave polyester and leather combination not only ensure longevity, but also provide an aesthetic appeal that's ideal for corporate professionals or stylish students. It provides a spacious 22 liters of capacity, which is quite impressive given its compact dimensions of 21" tall and 30" wide.
The Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70, on the other hand, takes its form from a more adventure-oriented aesthetic. Constructed from a rugged 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop, this pack offers durability that withstands the most intense of travel situations. Far surpassing the capacity of the Bellroy, it boasts a whopping 67 liters of storage space within its 34" tall and 34" wide frame. The difference in capacity is significant, promoting the Osprey's suitability for long travels or those who prefer to carry more.
- Dimensions: Bellroy: 21" tall, 30" wide; Osprey: 34" tall, 34" wide
- Weight: Bellroy: 1 lb; Osprey: 1.7 lbs
- Capacity: Bellroy: 22 liters; Osprey: 67 liters
- Airline Compatibility: Bellroy: 65% of airlines; Osprey: 89% of airlines
- Material: Bellroy: Venture-weave polyester and leather; Osprey: 210D Nylon Mini Hex Diamond Ripstop
- Laptop Compartment: Both can fit a 15 inch laptop
Both the Bellroy and the Osprey have been reviewed favorably, appreciated for their thoughtfulness of design, craftsmanship, and functionality. The Bellroy is celebrated for its "balance of form and function," its "stylish" and "minimalistic" design suitable for work and studies while the Osprey receives praise for its "robustness and lifetime guarantee," making it suitable for travelers. Overall, the choice between the two products will heavily depend on traveler's specific needs and lifestyle.
In conclusion, they're both fantastic carry-on companions. If you fancy a sleek, stylish backpack that effuses modest confidence, the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus might be the perfect match. Its constructive design offers ample space and impressive quality that ought to last years. However, if adventure is in your DNA and you fancy a pack that can carry a rufty-tufty load, look no further than the Osprey Farpoint® Travel Pack 70. Its vast capacity and durable design will accompany you across continents and keep your belongings safe and intact.