Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium vs. ILE Flaptop Mini
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium
by Fjallraven
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.96 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×28×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $180 |
Feature by feature
| Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium | Feature | ILE Flaptop Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton | Durable Cordura or XPAC Sailcloth |
ILE Flaptop Mini
| Capacity | 21 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 0×0×0 cm |
| Airline fit | % |
| Price | $240 |
Key differences between the Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium and ILE Flaptop Mini
- Compression straps: No on the Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium; Yes on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
- Passport pocket: No on the Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium; Yes on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium; Removable on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium; No on the ILE Flaptop Mini.
Both have: backpack straps, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium vs. ILE Flaptop Mini: which should you pack?
The ILE Flaptop Mini carries 1L more than the Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium (20L vs. 21L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the ILE Flaptop Mini; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Rucksack No. 21 Medium is the better call.