Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Osprey Porter 46
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×23×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $175 |
Feature by feature
| Hill People Gear Tarahumara | Feature | Osprey Porter 46 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 16in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | bluesign®-approved Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Osprey Porter 46
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Osprey Porter 46.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top on the Osprey Porter 46.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Osprey Porter 46.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Osprey Porter 46.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 16in on the Osprey Porter 46.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the Osprey Porter 46.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Osprey Porter 46.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Osprey Porter 46.
Both have: compression straps, sternum strap, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 116 accept both. 65 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Osprey Porter 46.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, Cayman Airways, China Eastern, Croatia Air, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
When you're in the market for a new carry on backpack, there are a number of factors to consider including size, weight, capacity, construction, and airline compatibility. Two of the frontrunners in this category are the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Osprey Porter 46, each with their own unique qualities, making the final decision a matter of personal preference and utility needs.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara delivers in simplicity and durability with its compact design and 500D Cordura construction. With a slender figure standing at 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide, and 10 inches deep, this lightweight backpack is all about practical minimalism. Weighing only 0.7 pounds, it provides an impressive 16-litre capacity and it's sure to pass any airline's carry on requirements. Its strongest selling point, however, is its classic design praised by reviewers for long-lasting quality and practical day hiking size. Note, though, that it lacks a laptop compartment, so tech-friendly users might want to consider this.
The Osprey Porter 46, on the other hand, is a heftier carry on option with a wider build at 23 inches tall, 36 inches wide, and 56 inches deep. Made of lightweight and durable nylon, the backpack weighs 1.5 pounds and offers a generous 46-litre capacity. Despite its bigger size, it's still compatible with nearly half of the airlines, which speaks to its adaptability. The Osprey Porter's notable features include a laptop compartment suitable for a 1-inch item, its vast carrying capacity, and its overall endurance and flexibility.
To sum up the key differences:
- The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is lighter but has less capacity than the Osprey Porter 46.
- The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is taller and narrower, while the Osprey Porter 46 is wider and deeper.
- The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is made from 500D Cordura, while the Osprey Porter 46 is made from Nylon.
- The Hill People Gear Tarahumara can be carried on any airline, while the Osprey Porter 46 is accepted by approximately half of the airlines.
Choosing between these two ultimately comes down to whether your focus is on compactness and minimal design (the Hill People Gear Tarahumara) or larger capacity and airline compatibility (the Osprey Porter 46). Both are well-regarded for their quality and longevity, proving reliable companions for your travel adventures.