Deuter UP Seoul vs. Deuter UP Sydney
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Deuter UP Seoul | Feature | Deuter UP Sydney |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| 26L | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| 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 | 300D PES Ripstop, 500D rPES |
Deuter UP Sydney
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 0.88 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×30×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the Deuter UP Seoul and Deuter UP Sydney
- Opening: Top zip on the Deuter UP Seoul; Top flap on the Deuter UP Sydney.
Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, 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. 173 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Deuter UP Seoul vs. Deuter UP Sydney: which should you pack?
The Deuter UP Sydney carries 6L more than the Deuter UP Seoul (16L vs. 22L), while the Deuter UP Seoul is the lighter pack at 0.84kg (vs. 0.88kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter UP Seoul fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter UP Sydney; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter UP Seoul is the better call.