Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack vs. Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0.35 kg |
| Dimensions | 54.6×27.9×20.3 cm |
| Airline fit | 69% |
| Price | $125 |
Feature by feature
| Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack | Feature | Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Compression | Y | |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 2 |
| Passport | N | |
| Passthrough | N | |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Organizer | N | |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 70D Robic® nylon UHMWPE, PU waterproofing 50D nylon mini ripstop | Waterproof 30D Cordura® ripstop nylon |
Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 0.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×28×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $95 |
Key differences between the Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack and Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack
- Opening: Other on the Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack; Rolltop on the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack; Yes on the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
- Main compartments: 1 on the Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack; 2 on the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 130 accept both. 1 accept only the Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack, and 5 accept only the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
Only the Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack fits
Pakistan International.
Only the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack fits
Oman Air, Royal Jordanian, Scoot, Tiger Airways, WestJet.
Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack vs. Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack: which should you pack?
The Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack carries 4L more than the Matador Freerain28 Waterproof Packable Backpack (28L vs. 32L), while the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.3kg (vs. 0.35kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack fits 71% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack is the better call.