STM Saga vs. Jansport Hatchet
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| STM Saga | Feature | Jansport Hatchet |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% polyester | 600 Denier Polyester |
Jansport Hatchet
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×31×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $76 |
Key differences between the STM Saga and Jansport Hatchet
- Compression straps: No on the STM Saga; Yes on the Jansport Hatchet.
- Sternum strap: No on the STM Saga; Yes on the Jansport Hatchet.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the STM Saga; 15in on the Jansport Hatchet.
Both have: backpack straps, built-in organizer, 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. 177 accept both. 3 accept only the STM Saga, and 0 accept only the Jansport Hatchet.
Only the STM Saga fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, Gulf Air.
STM Saga vs. Jansport Hatchet: which should you pack?
The Jansport Hatchet carries 8L more than the STM Saga (20L vs. 28L), while the STM Saga is the lighter pack at 0.51kg (vs. 0.6kg). For carry-on flexibility, the STM Saga fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Jansport Hatchet; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Saga is the better call.