Aer Tech Pack vs. Gregory Rhune 25
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Tech Pack | Feature | Gregory Rhune 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| top | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | N |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Water-resistant, coated front exterior 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon side exterior YKK AquaGuard zippers | 100% Recycled 300D Polyester Ripstop with C0 DWR: Designed without PFAS |
Gregory Rhune 25
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×33×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the Aer Tech Pack and Gregory Rhune 25
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Aer Tech Pack; No on the Gregory Rhune 25.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Aer Tech Pack; No on the Gregory Rhune 25.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Aer Tech Pack; No on the Gregory Rhune 25.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 169 accept both. 5 accept only the Aer Tech Pack, and 0 accept only the Gregory Rhune 25.
Only the Aer Tech Pack fits
Belavia, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Aer Tech Pack vs. Gregory Rhune 25: which should you pack?
The Gregory Rhune 25 carries 9L more than the Aer Tech Pack (16L vs. 25L), while the Gregory Rhune 25 is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 1.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Aer Tech Pack fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Gregory Rhune 25; if you want to travel lighter, the Gregory Rhune 25 is the better call.