Aer Travel Pack 2 vs. Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Travel Pack 2 | Feature | Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top, back |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| optional | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Grey: 900D eco-dyed polyester Black / Blue: 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior | 420D Bluesign recycled nylon |
Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×31×22 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $290 |
Key differences between the Aer Travel Pack 2 and Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack
- Passport pocket: Top on the Aer Travel Pack 2; Top, back on the Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Aer Travel Pack 2; Hideable on the Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack.
- Hip belt: Optional on the Aer Travel Pack 2; Removable on the Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack.
Both have: compression straps, luggage passthrough, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, 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. 130 accept both. 0 accept only the Aer Travel Pack 2, and 5 accept only the Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack.
Only the Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack fits
Oman Air, Royal Jordanian, Scoot, Tiger Airways, WestJet.
Aer Travel Pack 2 vs. Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack: which should you pack?
The Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack carries 2L more than the Aer Travel Pack 2 (33L vs. 35L), while the Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack is the lighter pack at 1.6kg (vs. 1.7kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack fits 71% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Matador GlobeRider35 Travel Backpack is the better call.