STM Haven vs. Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| STM Haven | Feature | Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | side |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | N |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Polyester | 1000 weight urethane coated, Dupont certified CORDURA® Brand Nylon |
Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×31×17 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $360 |
Key differences between the STM Haven and Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag
- Opening: Top zip on the STM Haven; Other on the Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag.
- Passport pocket: No on the STM Haven; Side on the Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the STM Haven; No on the Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag.
- Main compartments: 5 on the STM Haven; 4 on the Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag.
Both have: laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, 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. 2 accept only the STM Haven, and 0 accept only the Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag.
Only the STM Haven fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines.
STM Haven vs. Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag: which should you pack?
The Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag carries 6L more than the STM Haven (20L vs. 26L), while the STM Haven is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 1.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the STM Haven fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Red Oxx Mini Boss Laptop Travel Bag; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Haven is the better call.