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title: "Fjallraven Vardag 25 vs Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack"
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# Fjallraven Vardag 25 vs. Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack

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

## [Fjallraven Vardag 25](https://onebag.travel/carryon/d61jrhnw5u/fjallraven-vardag-25/)

by [Fjallraven](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Fjallraven)

![Front facing view of the Fjallraven Vardag 25](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1624889236/carryons/Fjallraven_Vardag_25_eya3tc.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>25 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.48 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>43×31×14.5 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>95%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$80</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Fjallraven Vardag 25 | Feature | Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport |  |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside |
| N | Laptop | 14in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco S: 65% polyester, 35% cotton</td><td>Water repellent polyester</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/stvq36b6z9/hynes-eagle-28l-flight-approved-carry-on-backpack/)

by [Hynes Eagle](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Hynes Eagle)

![Front facing view of the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1625838310/carryons/Hynes_EAgle_28_Flight_Approved_Carry_On_Back_tm0hdp.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>28 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.18 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>48×30×19 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>93%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$45</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Fjallraven Vardag 25 and Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack

-   **Opening:** Top zip on the Fjallraven Vardag 25; Clamshell on the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.
-   **Laptop sleeve:** No on the Fjallraven Vardag 25; 14in on the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.

Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, water resistant.

## Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 174 accept both. 5 accept only the Fjallraven Vardag 25, and 1 accept only the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.

### Only the Fjallraven Vardag 25 fits

Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.

### Only the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack fits

Air Niugini.

## Fjallraven Vardag 25 vs. Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack: which should you pack?

The **Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack** carries 3L more than the **Fjallraven Vardag 25** (25L vs. 28L), while the **Fjallraven Vardag 25** is the lighter pack at 0.48kg (vs. 1.18kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Fjallraven Vardag 25** fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Vardag 25 is the better call.