Timbuk2 Blink vs. United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Timbuk2 Blink | Feature | United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| Water Bottle Holder | 2, side | |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 39×34×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $120 |
Key differences between the Timbuk2 Blink and United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
- Compression straps: Yes on the Timbuk2 Blink; No on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Timbuk2 Blink; Hideable on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
- Sternum strap: No on the Timbuk2 Blink; Removable on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Timbuk2 Blink; 2 on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
Both have: passport pocket, 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. 166 accept both. 1 accept only the Timbuk2 Blink, and 15 accept only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
Only the Timbuk2 Blink fits
Great Lakes Airlines.
Only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Belavia, easyJet, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, WestJet.
Timbuk2 Blink vs. United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall: which should you pack?
The United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall carries 1L more than the Timbuk2 Blink (24L vs. 25L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; if you want to travel lighter, the Timbuk2 Blink is the better call.