Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus vs. Arc'teryx Blade 28
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 | Arc'teryx Blade 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport | back |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Venture-weave polyester and leather | N210p-HT nylon 6,6 N630p-HT nylon 6,6 |
Arc'teryx Blade 28
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×31×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 88% |
| Price | $160 |
Key differences between the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and Arc'teryx Blade 28
- Opening: Top zip on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Clamshell on the Arc'teryx Blade 28.
- Passport pocket: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Back on the Arc'teryx Blade 28.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Yes on the Arc'teryx Blade 28.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Hideable on the Arc'teryx Blade 28.
- Main compartments: 1 on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; 4 on the Arc'teryx Blade 28.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus; Yes on the Arc'teryx Blade 28.
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. 133 accept both. 1 accept only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus, and 33 accept only the Arc'teryx Blade 28.
Only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus fits
WestJet.
Only the Arc'teryx Blade 28 fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, flybe, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Volotea, Xiamen.
Comparing the Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and Arc'teryx Blade 28
The Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus and Arc'teryx Blade 28 are both versatile and durable backpacks. They both cater to various environments like the urban jungle, travel, and outdoor adventures. The embarking point, though, is their differing dimensions, compatible airlines, and fabrics. The Bellroy backpack is fairly smaller and lighter, at 21" tall, 30" wide, and 52" deep, and weighs 1 pound. Its competitor, on the other hand, is slightly larger and heavier, sizing 54" x 31" x 16" and weighing 1.5 pounds.
Difference pallet:
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Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus:
- 21" tall, 30" wide, and 52" deep
- Weighs 1 pound
- 22 liters capacity
- Compatible with 65% of airlines
- Made of Venture-weave polyester and leather
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Arc'teryx Blade 28:
- 54" tall, 31" wide, and 16" deep
- Weighs 1.5 pounds
- 28 liters capacity
- Compatible with 98% of airlines
- Made of N210p-HT nylon 6,6 N630p-HT nylon 6,6
Both the Bellroy Classic Backpack and the Arc'teryx Blade 28 can fit a 15" laptop, onnumerable compartments for organization, and are made of high-quality materials. Still, Bellroy offers a minimalist and stylish design, while Arc'teryx comes with top-notch build quality and ample packing space. Bellroy is designed with Venture-weave polyester and leather, compared to Arc'teryx that uses N210p-HT nylon 6,6 N630p-HT nylon 6,6.
Reviewers shower praise on both, with comments mainly directed towards design and the balance of form and function for the Bellroy, and build quality and thoughtful design for the Arc'teryx. However, all of these features are a matter of personal choice, and what could be important for one might be irrelevant for another. Remember, the most important thing is to choose a backpack that suits your style, meets your carry needs, doesn’t break the bank, and brings a smile each time you sling it over your shoulder.