Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley vs. Fjallraven Splitpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley
| Capacity | 50 L |
| Weight | 3.12 kg |
| Dimensions | 70×37×30 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $449 |
Feature by feature
| Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley | Feature | Fjallraven Splitpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% Polyester, 100% Nylon | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton |
Fjallraven Splitpack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.15 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×28×28 cm |
| Airline fit | 15% |
| Price | $200 |
Key differences between the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley and Fjallraven Splitpack
- Compression straps: Yes on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley; Yes on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Hip belt: Hideable on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Rain cover: Optional on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Water resistant: No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley; Yes on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 1 accept both. 0 accept only the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley, and 27 accept only the Fjallraven Splitpack.
Only the Fjallraven Splitpack fits
Adria Airways, Air Europa, Air Koryo, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Azul Linhas, Caribbean Airlines, China Southern, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Great Lakes Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Island Air, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Royal Air Morocco, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, SpiceJet, Sun Country, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, Ural Airlines, Virgin America.
Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley vs. Fjallraven Splitpack: which should you pack?
The Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley carries 15L more than the Fjallraven Splitpack (50L vs. 35L), while the Fjallraven Splitpack is the lighter pack at 1.15kg (vs. 3.12kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Fjallraven Splitpack fits 15% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Kathmandu Hybrid 50L Trolley; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Splitpack is the better call.