Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop
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 | OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | 26L |
| 0 | Opening | 2 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 17in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 800x600D lightweight waterproof nylon-polyester blend |
OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop
| Capacity | 21 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×39×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 59% |
| Price | $185 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Rolltop on the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Removable on the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 17in on the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop.
Both have: backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 112 accept both. 69 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Asia, Air France, Air India, Air Macau, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, Avianca , Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, EVA Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Great Lakes Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Kenya Airways, KLM, Kulula, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Pakistan International, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Scoot, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Tiger Airways, Trans States, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, WestJet.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is a solid choice for a carry-on backpack. Comprising of 500D Cordura, this well-built bag has a reputation for longevity. Weighing in at only 0.7 pounds, it provides a 16-liter capacity and is compatible with 100% of airliners. However, it lacks a laptop compartment which may pose an issue for techno travelers. Users have lauded its convenient center zip, size perfect for day hiking, and high-quality build.
On the other hand, the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop caters to a different set of needs. This robust carry-on is made of an 800x600D lightweight waterproof nylon-polyester blend that should withstand adverse weather conditions. The Invisible Rolltop offers a slightly larger capacity than its counterpart, boasting 21 liters. It does, however, weigh a tad more at 0.9 pounds. A notable feature is its laptop compartment that accommodates up to a 17-inch laptop. It is aesthetically pleasing and works well in varying environments, but is only compatible with 64% of airlines.
- Comparing these two bags,
- Height: (HPG) 44 inches vs (OPPOSETHIS) 15 inches
- Width: (HPG) 24 inches vs (OPPOSETHIS) 39 inches
- Depth: (HPG) 10 inches vs (OPPOSETHIS) 45 inches
- Weight: (HPG) 0.7 pounds vs (OPPOSETHIS) 0.9 pounds
- Capacity: (HPG) 16 liters vs (OPPOSETHIS) 21 liters
- Airline compatibility: (HPG) 100% vs (OPPOSETHIS) 64%
- Material: (HPG) 500D Cordura vs (OPPOSETHIS) A blend of 800x600D lightweight waterproof nylon-polyester
- Laptop Compartment: (HPG) None vs (OPPOSETHIS) Up to 17 inches
The Hill's Tarahumara enjoys favorable reviews for its simplistic design perfect for essential-day-pack use, while still offering enough room for more items. The praises for OPPOSETHIS’s Rolltop are centered around its handy side access, its weatherproof body, and superior craftsmanship. Choosing between these two heavy-weights will fall squarely on your preferences and needs. Whether that’s reliability and increased compatibility with airlines with the Hill People Gear Tarahumara or increased capacity, protection for your gadgets, and a trendier look with the OPPOSETHIS Invisible Rolltop. You can't go wrong with either of these carry-ons. They both promise resilient quality, designs that meet different traveler needs, and positive industry reviews. But, whichever you pick, you'll undoubtedly step out with a bag combining form, function, and durability.