Pakt Travel Backpack vs. Aer Travel Pack 2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Pakt Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×32×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 69% |
| Price | $325 |
Feature by feature
| Pakt Travel Backpack | Feature | Aer Travel Pack 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | optional |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500D recycled nylon | Grey: 900D eco-dyed polyester Black / Blue: 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior |
Key differences between the Pakt Travel Backpack and Aer Travel Pack 2
- Compression straps: 2 on the Pakt Travel Backpack; 4 on the Aer Travel Pack 2.
- Passport pocket: Front on the Pakt Travel Backpack; Top on the Aer Travel Pack 2.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Pakt Travel Backpack; Yes on the Aer Travel Pack 2.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Pakt Travel Backpack; Optional on the Aer Travel Pack 2.
Both have: luggage passthrough, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, 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. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Pakt Travel Backpack vs. Aer Travel Pack 2: which should you pack?
The Pakt Travel Backpack carries 2L more than the Aer Travel Pack 2 (35L vs. 33L), while the Aer Travel Pack 2 is the lighter pack at 1.7kg (vs. 1.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Pakt Travel Backpack fits 69% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Pakt Travel Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Aer Travel Pack 2 is the better call.