Osprey Flapjack vs. GORUCK Echo 16L

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

Osprey Flapjack

Front facing view of the Osprey Flapjack
Capacity21 L
Weight0.9 kg
Dimensions49×34×23 cm
Airline fit72%
Price$110

Feature by feature

Osprey FlapjackFeatureGORUCK Echo 16L
Storage
Compression
None Expanded Capacity None
0 Opening 0
side Passport
N Passthrough
Carry
Y Backpack
removable Hip Belt
Sternum Strap
Inside
15in Laptop
3 Main Compartments 0
Y Organizer
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly
Water Bottle Holder
Y Water Resistant
Material
600D Polyspun

GORUCK Echo 16L

Front facing view of the GORUCK Echo 16L
Capacity16 L
Weight0 kg
Dimensions0×0×0 cm
Airline fit%

Osprey Flapjack vs. GORUCK Echo 16L: which should you pack?

The Osprey Flapjack carries 5L more than the GORUCK Echo 16L (21L vs. 16L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Osprey Flapjack; if you want to travel lighter, the Osprey Flapjack is the better call.