Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL
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 | Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 600D PES, 420D PA |
Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL
| Capacity | 36 L |
| Weight | 1.34 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×34×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 68% |
| Price | $128 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
Both have: 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. 129 accept both. 52 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, flybe, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, 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, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara stands tall and rigid, showing off its 44-inch height, a true solution for the daypack question. It’s a lightweight warrior, weighing a mere 0.7 pounds, and presents a compact profile with its 24-inch width and 10-inch depth. Its capacity might seem modest at 16 liters, but don't let that fool you. This pack is a master of holding all the essentials in an organized manner, and reviewers have expressed nothing but admiration for it. In the words of a user, "it’s spacious enough to hold my jacket, keys, and an abundance of ephemera that I regularly carry...its interior space is almost like the vacuously spacious Tardis!" Made from durable 500D Cordura, the Tarahumara comes with a laptop compartment that, admittedly, won't fit any laptop size, but its reliability more than compensates.
The Deuter Aviant Carry On Pro 36 SL, on the other hand, is a beast with a carrying capacity of 36 liters. Standing 23 inches tall, it extends a little further in width and depth, measuring 34 inches wide and 55 inches deep. At 1.34 pounds, it's a smidge heavier than the Tarahumara, but offers a well-crafted carry system that reviewers deem pretty comfortable. It's the backpack you need for longer trips, with its 600D PES and 420D PA materials ensuring it holds up well on the long haul. A special shout-out goes to its capable laptop compartment that can hold a laptop of up to 15 inches.
- Tarahumara weighs 0.7 lbs, Aviant Carry On Pro 36 weighs 1.34 lbs
- Tarahumara is 44 inches tall, whereas Aviant Carry On Pro 36 is 23 inches tall
- Tarahumara's capacity is 16 liters, whereas Aviant Carry On Pro 36’s is 36 liters
- Tarahumara's airline compatibility is 100%, whereas Aviant Carry On Pro 36’s is 63%
- Tarahumara material is 500D Cordura, Aviant Carry On Pro 36’s is 600D PES, 420D PA
- Tarahumara's laptop compartment fits 0" laptop, Aviant Carry On Pro 36’s fits a 15" laptop
The Tarahumara and the Aviant Carry On Pro 36 stand as two distinct choices for different needs and preferences. A reviewer noted that the Tarahumara was perfect for day hiking, due to its size, secure zip access, and robust build quality. "It’s a well-designed, well-executed, and well-built bag that’ll last you a lifetime," they quoted.
As for the Aviant Carry On Pro 36, reviewers appreciated its fitting carry system, especially for women, its excellent internal organization, comfortable use for extended periods, and a convenient removable shoe compartment. "If you’re tired of playing overhead Tetris on planes, you may want to give this bag a serious look," one user advised. As for final decisions, I'm sure there's a backpack for every one of us here.