STM Saga vs. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| STM Saga | Feature | Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | 20L |
| 3 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | removable |
| 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 | 400D double poly-coated DWR-impregnated nylon canvas shell |
Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 1.55 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×29×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $220 |
Key differences between the STM Saga and Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip
- Opening: Top flap on the STM Saga; Clamshell on the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip.
- Sternum strap: No on the STM Saga; Removable on the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the STM Saga; 15in on the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip.
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. 175 accept both. 5 accept only the STM Saga, and 0 accept only the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip.
Only the STM Saga fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.
STM Saga vs. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip: which should you pack?
The STM Saga carries the same capacity as the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip (20L vs. 20L), while the STM Saga is the lighter pack at 0.51kg (vs. 1.55kg). 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 STM Saga; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Saga is the better call.