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title: "STM Saga vs Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack"
description: "STM Saga vs Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
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# STM Saga vs. Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [STM Saga](https://onebag.travel/carryon/9uxjim6uaw/stm-saga/)

by [Stm](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Stm)

![Front facing view of the STM Saga](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1634042370/carryons/STM_Saga_Backpack_oaoz6i.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>20 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.51 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>44×29×15 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>95%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$60</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| STM Saga | Feature | Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| 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 |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>100% polyester</td><td>750D Recycled polyester, 150D Recycled polyester</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/xtd57ixiz0/pacsafe-metrosafe-x-anti-theft-25l-backpack/)

by [Pacsafe](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Pacsafe)

![Front facing view of the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1631690904/carryons/PAcsafe_Metrosafe_X_Anti-Theft_25L_uqvwws.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>25 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>48×31×18 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>92%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$150</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the STM Saga and Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack

-   **Opening:** Top flap on the STM Saga; Top zip on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack.
-   **Passport pocket:** No on the STM Saga; Yes on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack.
-   **Laptop sleeve:** No on the STM Saga; 15in on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack.

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. 174 accept both. 6 accept only the STM Saga, and 0 accept only the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack.

### Only the STM Saga fits

Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.

## STM Saga vs. Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack: which should you pack?

The **Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack** carries 5L more than the **STM Saga** (20L vs. 25L), while the **STM Saga** is the lighter pack at 0.51kg (vs. 1kg). 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 Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 25L Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Saga is the better call.