STM Saga vs. DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| STM Saga | Feature | DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 4 |
| 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 | 1680D Ballistic Nylon with DWR coating |
DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×31×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $160 |
Key differences between the STM Saga and DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack
- Opening: Top flap on the STM Saga; Top zip on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Sternum strap: No on the STM Saga; Yes on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the STM Saga; 15in on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
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. 169 accept both. 11 accept only the STM Saga, and 0 accept only the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
Only the STM Saga fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Belavia, easyJet, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
STM Saga vs. DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack: which should you pack?
The DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack carries 5L more than the STM Saga (20L vs. 25L), while the STM Saga is the lighter pack at 0.51kg (vs. 1.7kg). 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 DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Saga is the better call.