Aer Go Pack 2 vs. GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Go Pack 2 | Feature | GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 17in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 210D Cordura® crinkle nylon exterior | Dyneema Composite Fabric (CT9Hw6/blkwov6) |
GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema
| Capacity | 15 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×27×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $395 |
Key differences between the Aer Go Pack 2 and GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Aer Go Pack 2; No on the GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Aer Go Pack 2; 17in on the GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Aer Go Pack 2; No on the GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema.
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. 176 accept both. 5 accept only the Aer Go Pack 2, and 0 accept only the GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema.
Only the Aer Go Pack 2 fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.
Aer Go Pack 2 vs. GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema: which should you pack?
The Aer Go Pack 2 carries 5L more than the GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema (20L vs. 15L), while the GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema is the lighter pack at 0.5kg (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 GORUCK Bullet Ruck Dynema is the better call.