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title: "Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack vs MixedWorks Falcon S"
description: "Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack vs MixedWorks Falcon S: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by…"
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# Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack vs. MixedWorks Falcon S

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/fqc60l6hae/matador-freerain22-waterproof-packable-backpack/)

by [Matador](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Matador)

![Front facing view of the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1629963005/carryons/Freerain22_Waterproof_Packable_Backpack_cbg8of.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>22 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.3 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>50×27×18 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>92%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$100</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack | Feature | MixedWorks Falcon S |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 2 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside |
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>70D Robic® nylon with UHMWPE ripstop, PFAS free</td><td>CORDURA® 1000 outer shell Waterproof X- Pac® liner YKK zippers and buckles</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [MixedWorks Falcon S](https://onebag.travel/carryon/mfxgq0ze1j/mixedworks-falcon-s/)

by [Mixed Works](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Mixed Works)

![Front facing view of the MixedWorks Falcon S](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1601599775/carryons/mixedfalcon_lvhbhf.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>20 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>49×30×17 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>92%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$320</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack and MixedWorks Falcon S

-   **Laptop sleeve:** No on the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack; 15in on the MixedWorks Falcon S.
-   **Water bottle pockets:** 2, side on the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack; No on the MixedWorks Falcon S.

Both have: compression straps, passport pocket, backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap, water resistant.

## Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 173 accept both. 1 accept only the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack, and 0 accept only the MixedWorks Falcon S.

### Only the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack fits

Great Lakes Airlines.

## Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack vs. MixedWorks Falcon S: which should you pack?

The **Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack** carries 2L more than the **MixedWorks Falcon S** (22L vs. 20L), while the **Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack** is the lighter pack at 0.3kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack** fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Matador Freerain22 Waterproof Packable Backpack is the better call.