Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) vs. Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L)
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 55.9×35.6×22.9 cm |
| Airline fit | 45% |
| Price | $250 |
Feature by feature
| Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) | Feature | Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | hideable |
| optional | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior | 600D PES, 420D PA |
Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36
| Capacity | 36 L |
| Weight | 1.36 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×34×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 68% |
Key differences between the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) and Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36
- Passport pocket: Yes on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); No on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36.
- Hip belt: Optional on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); No on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36.
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); Yes on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); Yes on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36.
- Rain cover: Optional on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); No on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36.
- Water bottle pockets: 1 on the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); No on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, 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. 85 accept both. 0 accept only the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L), and 44 accept only the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36.
Only the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 fits
Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, All Nipon Airways, ANA, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Boliviana de Aviacion, Brussels Airlines, Caribbean Airlines, Cayman Airways, Croatia Air, Czech Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, Gol Linhas Aereas, Iberia, Indigo, Interjet, Iran Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Mahan Air, Mesa Airlines, Norwegian, Peach, Porter Airlines, SAS Scandinavian, Sky Airlines, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, Turkish Airlines.
Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) vs. Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36: which should you pack?
The Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L) carries 4L more than the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 (40L vs. 36L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 fits 68% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Capsule Pack Max (40L); if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 is the better call.