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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/bdcwhwxygk/pacsafe-vibe-20l-anti-theft-backpack/l9e0f7g27e/dsptch-gym-work-pack/"
title: "Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack vs DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack"
description: "Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack vs DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
source: "https://onebag.travel/compare/bdcwhwxygk/pacsafe-vibe-20l-anti-theft-backpack/l9e0f7g27e/dsptch-gym-work-pack/"
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# Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack vs. DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack

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

## [Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/bdcwhwxygk/pacsafe-vibe-20l-anti-theft-backpack/)

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

![Front facing view of the Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1632230803/carryons/Pacsafe_Vibe_20L_Anti-Theft_Backpack_fd1xu0.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>0.82 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>46×27×18 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>95%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$120</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack | Feature | DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside |
| 13in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | 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>100D Robic nylon, 200D Polyester</td><td>1680D Ballistic Nylon with DWR coating</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/l9e0f7g27e/dsptch-gym-work-pack/)

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

![Front facing view of the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1621836529/carryons/DSPTCH_GymWork_Pack_u5duzz.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>1.7 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>51×31×18 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>89%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$160</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack and DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack

-   **Passport pocket:** Yes on the Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack; No on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
-   **Laptop sleeve:** 13in on the Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack; 15in on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
-   **Main compartments:** 2 on the Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack; 1 on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.

Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, 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. 10 accept only the Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack, and 0 accept only the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.

### Only the Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack fits

Air Niugini, American Eagle, Belavia, easyJet, Etihad Airways, Great Lakes Airlines, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.

## Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack vs. DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack: which should you pack?

The **DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack** carries 5L more than the **Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack** (20L vs. 25L), while the **Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack** is the lighter pack at 0.82kg (vs. 1.7kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack** 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 Pacsafe Vibe 20L Anti-Theft Backpack is the better call.