Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17" vs. Aer Go Pack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17"
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 42×30×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $130 |
Feature by feature
| Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17" | Feature | Aer Go Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | 13in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Vinylon F: 100% vinylal | 300D Cordura® ripstop exterior |
Key differences between the Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17" and Aer Go Pack
- Passport pocket: No on the Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17"; Yes on the Aer Go Pack.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17"; Yes on the Aer Go Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17"; 13in on the Aer Go Pack.
Both have: 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. 180 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17" vs. Aer Go Pack: which should you pack?
The Aer Go Pack carries 1.3999999999999986L more than the Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17" (20L vs. 21.4L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17" fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Go Pack; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Kanken Laptop 17" is the better call.