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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/dc02fy6rek/hynes-eagle-44l-carry-on-backpack-flight-approved-travel-bag/qpv3g2fosl/goruck-gr2-34/"
title: "Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag vs GORUCK GR2 34"
description: "Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag vs GORUCK GR2 34: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on…"
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# Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag vs. GORUCK GR2 34

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

## [Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag](https://onebag.travel/carryon/dc02fy6rek/hynes-eagle-44l-carry-on-backpack-flight-approved-travel-bag/)

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

![Front facing view of the Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/carryons/unuoonlyrofac35tykfc)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>44 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.26 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>52×35×23 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>69%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$72</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag | Feature | GORUCK GR2 34 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside |
| 17in | Laptop | 17in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>Waterproof Nylon</td><td>1000D Cordura w/ 210D Back Panel</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [GORUCK GR2 34](https://onebag.travel/carryon/qpv3g2fosl/goruck-gr2-34/)

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

![Front facing view of the GORUCK GR2 34](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1601600879/carryons/goruckgr2_a72nlx.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>34 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.7 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>52×32×23 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>70%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$375</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag and GORUCK GR2 34

-   **Compression straps:** Yes on the Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag; No on the GORUCK GR2 34.
-   **Passport pocket:** Yes on the Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag; Front on the GORUCK GR2 34.
-   **Built-in organizer:** Yes on the Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag; No on the GORUCK GR2 34.
-   **Water bottle pockets:** 1 on the Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag; No on the GORUCK GR2 34.

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

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

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 131 accept both. 0 accept only the Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag, and 1 accept only the GORUCK GR2 34.

### Only the GORUCK GR2 34 fits

Cayman Airways.

## Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag vs. GORUCK GR2 34: which should you pack?

The **Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag** carries 10L more than the **GORUCK GR2 34** (44L vs. 34L), while the **Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag** is the lighter pack at 1.26kg (vs. 1.7kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **GORUCK GR2 34** fits 70% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag; if you want to travel lighter, the Hynes Eagle 44L Carry on Backpack Flight Approved Travel Bag is the better call.