Aer Go Pack 2 vs. Waterfield Bolt
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Go Pack 2 | Feature | Waterfield Bolt |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 4 |
| top | Passport | front |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 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 | Durable waxed canvas OR 1050 Denier Ballistic nylon |
Waterfield Bolt
| Capacity | 17 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 41×32×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $370 |
Key differences between the Aer Go Pack 2 and Waterfield Bolt
- Opening: Clamshell on the Aer Go Pack 2; Top zip on the Waterfield Bolt.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Aer Go Pack 2; Front on the Waterfield Bolt.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Aer Go Pack 2; 15in on the Waterfield Bolt.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, 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. 179 accept both. 2 accept only the Aer Go Pack 2, and 0 accept only the Waterfield Bolt.
Only the Aer Go Pack 2 fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines.
Aer Go Pack 2 vs. Waterfield Bolt: which should you pack?
The Aer Go Pack 2 carries 3L more than the Waterfield Bolt (20L vs. 17L), while the Aer Go Pack 2 is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 1.5kg). 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 Aer Go Pack 2 is the better call.