Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×24×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 100% |
| Price | $125 |
Feature by feature
| Hill People Gear Tarahumara | Feature | MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| R | Hip Belt | N |
| S | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 0 | Laptop | 17 |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500D Cordura | Nylon Fabric |
MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 0.91 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×34×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 98% |
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara and the MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack are both high-quality choices for a carry on backpack. The Tarahumara, standing at 44 inches tall, 24 inches wide, and 10 inches deep, is crafted with 500D Cordura. A lightweight backpack, it holds 16 liters of capacity but has nailed the comfortability aspect with its padded straps. One buyer lauded its perfect size for day hiking, along with its top-level build quality.
In contrast, the MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack is a larger beast standing at 21 inches tall, 34 inches wide and 51 inches deep. It promises great durability with its nylon build and offers a whopping 40 liters of capacity. Although it can surpass the dimensions allowed by few airlines, it comes equipped with a USB system for on-the-go charging, making it an excellent choice for tech-savvy travelers.
- Hill People Gear Tarahumara is taller and narrower, while MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack is shorter and wider.
- Tarahumara is significantly lighter than the MATEIN backpack.
- MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack has a larger capacity and can fit a 17-inch laptop, while Tarahumara only supports small gadgets.
- The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is made of 500D Cordura, whereas the MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack is made of Nylon Fabric.
- Hill People Gear Tarahumara is compatible with all airlines, while MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack is compatible with 98% of airlines.
- MATEIN 40L Elite Travel Backpack includes a USB system for device charging, a feature not present in the Hill People Gear Tarahumara backpack.
While the two bags clearly have different audience targets, both come highly recommended by users. Buyers of the Tarahumara praised the bag's secure center zip and overall build quality, clearly a reliable accessory for light travels and day hikes. Meanwhile, the MATEIN backpack, despite its size, is praised for its affordability and an integrated USB system, catering to those who need more storage capacity and gadget accessibility during travel. Both bags have their own brigades of fans, making either a fine choice for a travel companion, depending on your needs.