STM Haven vs. Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| STM Haven | Feature | Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Polyester | Custom-developed leather |
Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×32×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $229 |
Key differences between the STM Haven and Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition
- Passport pocket: No on the STM Haven; Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition.
- Main compartments: 5 on the STM Haven; 1 on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the STM Haven; No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition.
Both have: backpack straps, laptop sleeve, 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 5 accept only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition.
Only the STM Haven fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines.
Only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.
STM Haven vs. Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition: which should you pack?
The STM Haven carries the same capacity as the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition (20L vs. 20L), while the STM Haven is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the STM Haven; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Haven is the better call.