The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
The Moderne Explorer Backpack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×35×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 90% |
| Price | $149 |
Feature by feature
| The Moderne Explorer Backpack | Feature | Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| Y | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Polyester | 600D ripstop polyester |
Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 2 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×29×14.5 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
Key differences between the The Moderne Explorer Backpack and Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack
- Opening: Clamshell on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; Top flap on the Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: No on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; Yes on the Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; 1 on the Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack.
Both have: passport pocket, 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. 171 accept both. 0 accept only the The Moderne Explorer Backpack, and 2 accept only the Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack.
Only the Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack fits
Air Niugini, Cayman Airways.
The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack: which should you pack?
The The Moderne Explorer Backpack carries 5L more than the Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack (35L vs. 30L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Karrimor Covert 30L Backpack is the better call.