Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Amazon Basics Carry-On 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 | Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 17in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 100% Polyester |
Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×39×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 41% |
| Price | $42 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Hideable on the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 17in on the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; No on the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
Both have: water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 77 accept both. 104 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Aerolineas Argentinas, Air Asia, Air Baltic, Air China, Air France, Air India, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Avianca , Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Etihad Airways, EVA Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Kulula, LATAM , Liat Airlines, Luxair, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, TUI, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
Packing for the journey is half the battle. Choosing between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack is a game of contrasts. Let's break it down.
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara caters to the light packer. Being taller, narrower, and lighter than the Amazon Basics, it's the kind of pack that whispers 'minimalist'. You're looking at around 16 liters of capacity wrapped in 500D Cordura. Sturdiness is a given here. It lacks a laptop compartment, but after all, you're aiming for simplicity and weight reduction, and an extra compartment would lead to unnecessary bulk. It's compatible with all airlines probably due to its modest size. Users rave about its build quality and design, often stating that it's a likely contender in the 'one bag to rule them all' division.
On the other hand, the Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack is for the traveler who intimately knows every inch of their packing list. A comparison:
- Size and Weight: The Amazon bag is smaller in height but significantly wider, and heavier than the Tarahumara.
- Capacity: It boasts a generous 40 liters capacity.
- Materials: The bag is made entirely of Polyester.
- Laptop Compartment: This backpack accommodates up to a 17-inch laptop.
- Price: An economical choice, pricing around $41.
- Airline Compatibility: Compatible with 92% of airlines, slightly less than Tarahumara.
Reviews highlight the practical front compartment for tech gear and its efficient packing and unpacking features, courtesy of the clamshell design.
The key to deciding here is to identify your travel archetype. If you're someone who values lightweight travel, resilience, and lesser baggage hassle, the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, with its rugged build and thoughtful design, would be a safe bet. If you require ample space, a good organization, a dedicated laptop compartment, and value for your dollar, The Amazon Basics Carry-On Travel Backpack would make a deeper cut. As for the airlines' compatibility, both bags are almost universally accepted so that won't be a deal-breaker. It all boils down to your travel style and personal preference. Freedom's in the choice.