Aer Go Pack 2 vs. Day Owl Backpack Pro
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Go Pack 2 | Feature | Day Owl Backpack Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top, back |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 6 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 210D Cordura® crinkle nylon exterior | waxed canvas |
Day Owl Backpack Pro
| Capacity | 21 L |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×31×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $155 |
Key differences between the Aer Go Pack 2 and Day Owl Backpack Pro
- Passport pocket: Top on the Aer Go Pack 2; Top, back on the Day Owl Backpack Pro.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Aer Go Pack 2; 6 on the Day Owl Backpack Pro.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Aer Go Pack 2; Yes on the Day Owl Backpack Pro.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Aer Go Pack 2; 1, side on the Day Owl Backpack Pro.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, laptop sleeve, 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 Day Owl Backpack Pro.
Only the Aer Go Pack 2 fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines.
Aer Go Pack 2 vs. Day Owl Backpack Pro: which should you pack?
The Day Owl Backpack Pro carries 1L more than the Aer Go Pack 2 (20L vs. 21L), while the Aer Go Pack 2 is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 1.1kg). 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 Day Owl Backpack Pro; if you want to travel lighter, the Aer Go Pack 2 is the better call.