Aer Go Pack 2 vs. Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Go Pack 2 | Feature | Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | 20L |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 210D Cordura® crinkle nylon exterior | Wear- and water-resistant nylon |
Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack
| Capacity | 17 L |
| Weight | 0.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×27×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $100 |
Key differences between the Aer Go Pack 2 and Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack
- Opening: Clamshell on the Aer Go Pack 2; Top zip on the Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack.
- Sternum strap: No on the Aer Go Pack 2; Removable on the Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Aer Go Pack 2; 2 on the Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Aer Go Pack 2; No on the Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack.
Both have: passport pocket, luggage passthrough, backpack straps, laptop sleeve, water bottle pockets.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 176 accept both. 5 accept only the Aer Go Pack 2, and 0 accept only the Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack.
Only the Aer Go Pack 2 fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.
Aer Go Pack 2 vs. Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack: which should you pack?
The Aer Go Pack 2 carries 3L more than the Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack (20L vs. 17L), while the Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.4kg (vs. 0.6kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Aer Go Pack 2 fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Go Pack 2; if you want to travel lighter, the Nomatic Navigator Collapsible Backpack is the better call.