Timbuk2 Blink vs. Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Timbuk2 Blink | Feature | Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | Y |
| 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 | |
| 100% Polyester | |
Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×25×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $20 |
Key differences between the Timbuk2 Blink and Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack
- Compression straps: Yes on the Timbuk2 Blink; 2 on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack.
- Sternum strap: No on the Timbuk2 Blink; Yes on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Timbuk2 Blink; 2 on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack.
Both have: passport pocket, 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. 167 accept both. 0 accept only the Timbuk2 Blink, and 9 accept only the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack.
Only the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack fits
Air Niugini, Belavia, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia, WestJet.
Timbuk2 Blink vs. Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack: which should you pack?
The Timbuk2 Blink carries 4L more than the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack (24L vs. 20L), while the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.5kg (vs. 0.7kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Timbuk2 Blink; if you want to travel lighter, the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack is the better call.