Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L vs. Chrome Rostov
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 | Chrome Rostov |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 13in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 7.3-oz 400-denier recycled Polyester with DWR Finish | Abrasion resistant 1050d nylon exterior 1680d ballistic nylon bottom panel |
Chrome Rostov
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×31×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $115 |
Key differences between the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L and Chrome Rostov
- Compression straps: No on the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L; 2 on the Chrome Rostov.
- Laptop sleeve: 13in on the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L; 15in on the Chrome Rostov.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L; 1, side on the Chrome Rostov.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, sternum strap, built-in organizer, 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. 6 accept only the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L, and 0 accept only the Chrome Rostov.
Only the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.
Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L vs. Chrome Rostov: which should you pack?
The Chrome Rostov carries 3L more than the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L (20L vs. 23L), while the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Chrome Rostov; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L is the better call.