Deuter UP Seoul vs. Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Deuter UP Seoul | Feature | Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| 26L | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 300D PES Ripstop, 500D rPES | 750D Recycled polyester, 150D Recycled polyester |
Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.73 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×30×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $140 |
Key differences between the Deuter UP Seoul and Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack
- Passport pocket: No on the Deuter UP Seoul; Yes on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Deuter UP Seoul; No on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Deuter UP Seoul; No on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 173 accept both. 0 accept only the Deuter UP Seoul, and 7 accept only the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack.
Only the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Deuter UP Seoul vs. Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack: which should you pack?
The Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack carries 4L more than the Deuter UP Seoul (16L vs. 20L), while the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.73kg (vs. 0.84kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack is the better call.