Gregory Rhune 25 vs. Timbuk2 Uptown
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Gregory Rhune 25
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×33×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $150 |
Feature by feature
| Gregory Rhune 25 | Feature | Timbuk2 Uptown |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| top | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% Recycled 300D Polyester Ripstop with C0 DWR: Designed without PFAS | |
Key differences between the Gregory Rhune 25 and Timbuk2 Uptown
- Sternum strap: No on the Gregory Rhune 25; Removable on the Timbuk2 Uptown.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Gregory Rhune 25; 15in on the Timbuk2 Uptown.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Gregory Rhune 25; Yes on the Timbuk2 Uptown.
- Water bottle pockets: 1, side on the Gregory Rhune 25; 2 on the Timbuk2 Uptown.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 169 accept both. 0 accept only the Gregory Rhune 25, and 4 accept only the Timbuk2 Uptown.
Only the Timbuk2 Uptown fits
Air Niugini, Belavia, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways.
Gregory Rhune 25 vs. Timbuk2 Uptown: which should you pack?
The Timbuk2 Uptown carries 5L more than the Gregory Rhune 25 (25L vs. 30L), while the Gregory Rhune 25 is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 1.1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Timbuk2 Uptown fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Timbuk2 Uptown; if you want to travel lighter, the Gregory Rhune 25 is the better call.