Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Nomatic Travel Backpack
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 | Nomatic Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | back |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | Waterproof tarpaulin |
Nomatic Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×30×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $330 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Nomatic Travel Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Nomatic Travel Backpack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Clamshell on the Nomatic Travel Backpack.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Nomatic Travel Backpack.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Nomatic Travel Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Nomatic Travel Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 15in on the Nomatic Travel Backpack.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 4 on the Nomatic Travel Backpack.
Both have: passport pocket, sternum strap, 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. 175 accept both. 6 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Nomatic Travel Backpack.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.
When it comes to quality carry-ons, your choice will often boil down to durability, convenience, and the backpack's capacity. Between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Nomatic Travel Backpack, both boast impressive features that make them stand out in their own unique way. Veteran brand Hill People Gear offers the Tarahumara, a bag that flaunts its compact size yet capable design. Made from 500D Cordura, this 16-liter backpack is a sturdy companion that's perfect for your day-hiking escapades. And despite its size, users praise the main compartment's accessibility due to its secure center zip.
Switching gears, we have the Travel Backpack from the innovators at Nomatic. Unlike the Tarahumara, this bag is built for those constantly on the move, ensuring they have all their essentials in one waterproof tarpaulin-furnished backpack. The Nomatic Travel Backpack expands your carrying capacity to 20-liters, maintaining order with multiple compartments and pockets. Notably, it also protects your tech, boasting a 15-inch laptop compartment.
- Backpack | Hill People Gear Tarahumara | Nomatic Travel Backpack
- Height | 44 inches | 47 inches
- Width | 24 inches | 30 inches
- Depth | 10 inches | 16 inches
- Weight | 0.7 pounds | 1.9 pounds
- Capacity | 16 liters | 20 liters
- Airline Compatibility | 100% | 98%
- Material | 500D Cordura | Waterproof tarpaulin
- Laptop Compartment | No | Yes, fits 15" laptop
- Unique Feature | Center zip main compartment | Multiple compartments with RFID safe pockets, hidden money pocket, removable glasses shell
Hill People Gear and Nomatic offer more than just functionality; their carry-on backpacks add a sense of professionalism and sleek design. Reviewers praise the Tarahumara for its simplicity and robust build, guaranteeing it a lifetime of use. Moreover, its “vacuously spacious Tardis” main compartment boasts ample space despite its seemingly modest exterior.
On the other hand, the Nomatic Travel Backpack impresses with both its capacity and organized layout. Beyond its multiple compartments, this backpack comes with enhanced elements like RFID safe pockets, a hidden money pocket, and even a removable shell for glasses. As one reviewer sums it up, "Nomatic has created a backpack that can do it all, from work to pleasure and every important meeting in between."