Deuter Vista vs. Uniqlo 3Way Bag
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Deuter Vista | Feature | Uniqlo 3Way Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Polyester | |
Uniqlo 3Way Bag
| Capacity | 4 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 17.7×12.2×4.7 cm |
| Airline fit | 100% |
| Price | $40 |
Key differences between the Deuter Vista and Uniqlo 3Way Bag
- Passport pocket: Back on the Deuter Vista; No on the Uniqlo 3Way Bag.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Deuter Vista; 1 on the Uniqlo 3Way Bag.
- Water resistant: No on the Deuter Vista; Yes on the Uniqlo 3Way Bag.
Both have: backpack straps, built-in organizer.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 186 accept both. 0 accept only the Deuter Vista, and 3 accept only the Uniqlo 3Way Bag.
Only the Uniqlo 3Way Bag fits
Great Lakes Airlines, Linea Aerea Amaszonas, Tianjin Airlines (E145).
Deuter Vista vs. Uniqlo 3Way Bag: which should you pack?
The Deuter Vista carries 14L more than the Uniqlo 3Way Bag (18L vs. 4L), while the Deuter Vista is the lighter pack at 0.5kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Uniqlo 3Way Bag fits 100% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter Vista; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Vista is the better call.