The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Fjallraven Greenland Top Large
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 | Fjallraven Greenland Top Large |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Polyester | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco S: 65% polyester, 35% cotton |
Fjallraven Greenland Top Large
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×28×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the The Moderne Explorer Backpack and Fjallraven Greenland Top Large
- Opening: Clamshell on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; Top zip on the Fjallraven Greenland Top Large.
- Passport pocket: Yes on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; No on the Fjallraven Greenland Top Large.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; No on the Fjallraven Greenland Top Large.
Both have: backpack straps, laptop sleeve, 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. 166 accept both. 5 accept only the The Moderne Explorer Backpack, and 2 accept only the Fjallraven Greenland Top Large.
Only the The Moderne Explorer Backpack fits
Belavia, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian.
Only the Fjallraven Greenland Top Large fits
Cayman Airways, Great Lakes Airlines.
The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Fjallraven Greenland Top Large: which should you pack?
The The Moderne Explorer Backpack carries 5L more than the Fjallraven Greenland Top Large (35L vs. 30L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the The Moderne Explorer Backpack fits 90% 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 Fjallraven Greenland Top Large is the better call.