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title: "The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack"
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# The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack

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

## [The Moderne Explorer Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/df0jz4krta/the-moderne-explorer-backpack/)

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

![Front facing view of the The Moderne Explorer Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1618313856/carryons/The_Moderne_Explorer_Backpack_uf8bp7.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>35 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>47×35×20 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>90%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$149</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| The Moderne Explorer Backpack | Feature | Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport |  |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside |
| 15in | Laptop | 14in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>Polyester</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 The Moderne Explorer Backpack and Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack

-   **Laptop sleeve:** 15in on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; 14in on the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.
-   **Water bottle pockets:** 2 on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; No 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. 171 accept both. 0 accept only the The Moderne Explorer Backpack, and 4 accept only the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.

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

Air Niugini, Cayman Airways, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.

## The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack: which should you pack?

The **The Moderne Explorer Backpack** carries 7L more than the **Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack** (35L vs. 28L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the **Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack** fits 93% 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 Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack is the better call.