Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L vs. United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 41×30×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $90 |
Feature by feature
| Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L | Feature | United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 13in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 7.3-oz 400-denier recycled Polyester with DWR Finish | |
United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 39×34×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $120 |
Key differences between the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L and United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L; Hideable on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
- Laptop sleeve: 13in on the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L; 15in on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L; No on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
Both have: passport pocket, sternum strap, 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. 1 accept only the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L, and 2 accept only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall.
Only the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L fits
Air Niugini.
Only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall fits
VivaColombia, Volaris.
Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L vs. United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall: which should you pack?
The United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall carries 5L more than the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L (20L vs. 25L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L is the better call.