Hanchor Pipe T1 vs. Fjallraven Vardag 28
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Hanchor Pipe T1 | Feature | Fjallraven Vardag 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, front | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| X-Pac VX21 | 100% polyester 600D (recycled) |
Fjallraven Vardag 28
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×29×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $100 |
Key differences between the Hanchor Pipe T1 and Fjallraven Vardag 28
- Compression straps: No on the Hanchor Pipe T1; 2 on the Fjallraven Vardag 28.
- Opening: Clamshell on the Hanchor Pipe T1; Top zip on the Fjallraven Vardag 28.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hanchor Pipe T1; 15in on the Fjallraven Vardag 28.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, front on the Hanchor Pipe T1; 2, side on the Fjallraven Vardag 28.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, hip belt, 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. 173 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Hanchor Pipe T1 vs. Fjallraven Vardag 28: which should you pack?
The Fjallraven Vardag 28 carries 4L more than the Hanchor Pipe T1 (24L vs. 28L), while the Hanchor Pipe T1 is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 0.8kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Hanchor Pipe T1 fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Fjallraven Vardag 28; if you want to travel lighter, the Hanchor Pipe T1 is the better call.