Aer Go Pack 2 vs. Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Go Pack 2 | Feature | Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| N | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 210D Cordura® crinkle nylon exterior | 420d High Tenacity Nylon 6 with Water Repellent Finish |
Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×24×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $220 |
Key differences between the Aer Go Pack 2 and Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L
- Luggage passthrough: Yes on the Aer Go Pack 2; No on the Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L.
- Hip belt: No on the Aer Go Pack 2; Removable on the Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L.
- Sternum strap: No on the Aer Go Pack 2; Removable on the Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, laptop sleeve, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 174 accept both. 7 accept only the Aer Go Pack 2, and 0 accept only the Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L.
Only the Aer Go Pack 2 fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Aer Go Pack 2 vs. Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L: which should you pack?
The Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L carries 2L more than the Aer Go Pack 2 (20L vs. 22L), while the Aer Go Pack 2 is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 0.9kg). 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 Evergoods Mountain Panel Loader 22L; if you want to travel lighter, the Aer Go Pack 2 is the better call.