Timbuk2 Blink vs. Aer Duffel Pack 2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Timbuk2 Blink | Feature | Aer Duffel Pack 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| Water Bottle Holder | 1 | |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 900D eco-dyed polyester exterior | |
Key differences between the Timbuk2 Blink and Aer Duffel Pack 2
- Compression straps: Yes on the Timbuk2 Blink; No on the Aer Duffel Pack 2.
- Passport pocket: Front on the Timbuk2 Blink; No on the Aer Duffel Pack 2.
- Sternum strap: No on the Timbuk2 Blink; Yes on the Aer Duffel Pack 2.
Both have: 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. 163 accept both. 4 accept only the Timbuk2 Blink, and 0 accept only the Aer Duffel Pack 2.
Only the Timbuk2 Blink fits
Great Lakes Airlines, Liat Airlines, Scoot, Tiger Airways.
Timbuk2 Blink vs. Aer Duffel Pack 2: which should you pack?
The Aer Duffel Pack 2 carries 0.6000000000000014L more than the Timbuk2 Blink (24L vs. 24.6L), while the Timbuk2 Blink is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1.1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Timbuk2 Blink fits 88% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Duffel Pack 2; if you want to travel lighter, the Timbuk2 Blink is the better call.