Aer Tech Pack vs. Gregory Border 18
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Tech Pack | Feature | Gregory Border 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| top | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Water-resistant, coated front exterior 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon side exterior YKK AquaGuard zippers | 210D High Density Nylon |
Gregory Border 18
| Capacity | 18 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×29×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $120 |
Key differences between the Aer Tech Pack and Gregory Border 18
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Aer Tech Pack; Yes on the Gregory Border 18.
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Aer Tech Pack; Yes on the Gregory Border 18.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Aer Tech Pack; 15in on the Gregory Border 18.
- Water bottle pockets: 1, side on the Aer Tech Pack; No on the Gregory Border 18.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, built-in organizer, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 174 accept both. 0 accept only the Aer Tech Pack, and 1 accept only the Gregory Border 18.
Only the Gregory Border 18 fits
Air Niugini.
Aer Tech Pack vs. Gregory Border 18: which should you pack?
The Gregory Border 18 carries 2L more than the Aer Tech Pack (16L vs. 18L), while the Gregory Border 18 is the lighter pack at 0.8kg (vs. 1.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Gregory Border 18 fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Gregory Border 18; if you want to travel lighter, the Gregory Border 18 is the better call.