Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Deuter Aviant Voyager 60+10 SL

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

Hill People Gear Tarahumara

by Hill People Gear
Front facing view of the Hill People Gear Tarahumara
Capacity16 L
Weight0.7 kg
Dimensions43×23×10 cm
Airline fit96%
Price$175

Feature by feature

Storage
2 Compression Y
None Expanded Capacity 70L
0 Opening 3
back Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
Y Backpack Y
removable Hip Belt removable
Y Sternum Strap removable
Inside
N Laptop 13in
2 Main Compartments 1
N Organizer N
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
2, side Water Bottle Holder 1
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
500d Cordura600D PES, 420D PA

Deuter Aviant Voyager 60+10 SL

by Deuter
Front facing view of the Deuter Aviant Voyager 60+10 SL
Capacity60 L
Weight2.73 kg
Dimensions80×32×26 cm
Airline fit1%
Price$258

Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Deuter Aviant Voyager 60+10 SL

Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, water resistant.

Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 1 accept both. 180 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Deuter Aviant Voyager 60+10 SL.

Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits

Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, flybe, Frontier Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Island Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LATAM , Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin America, Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.

The Hill People Gear Tarahumara is a solid carrier for hikers and short-trip adventurers. With its 16 liters of carrying capacity, it's impressively lightweight at 0.7 pounds and, in spite of its compact nature, can hold a surprising amount of gear. One salient feature is its 500D Cordura make - a robust and reliable material that withstands the rigors of outdoor pursuits. Though compact, it may not deliver when it comes to laptop carriage, as there's no provision for that. However, as many users have expressed, it's an excellent choice for a daypack, with a brilliant balance of resilience, security, and ease of access.

On the contrary is the Deuter Aviant Voyager 60+10 SL, a pack meant for those who have more to bring along. With a grand capacity of 60 liters, it dwarfs the Tarahumara in terms of space and weight - roughly four times heavier at 2.73 pounds. The Voyager, made from 600D PES and 420D PA, also offers better protection for your devices with a 13-inch laptop retaining compartment. This bag's compatibility with airlines, however, comes in significantly lower at just 19%, which could be problematic for travelers. But if you're not planning to fly, and have a lot to carry, this could be your go-to choice, especially for women appreciating the tailored SL carry system.

As praised by reviewers, the Tarahumara is the 'best overall solution', with a simplicity that belies its brilliance. It can fit quite a variety of essentials without overloading the carrier. If a day hike is the plan, or an adventure requiring light packing, then the Tarahumara earns its keep with a priestly dedication to quality, durability, and efficiency.

On the other hand, Deuter's Aviant Voyager 60+10 SL serves the long-haul traveler well. Its substantial size and tailored fit make it a comfortable option for roving far and wide. While it may not seem airline-friendly, on terra firma, it reigns supreme, garnering high praises for its ample storage and sympathetic design, particularly for the ladies. So, in the end, choosing between the two is a matter of the journey you're planning to undertake.