Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L vs. Aer Duffel Pack 2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×30×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $90 |
Feature by feature
| Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L | Feature | Aer Duffel Pack 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 0 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% recycled polyester | 900D eco-dyed polyester exterior |
Key differences between the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L and Aer Duffel Pack 2
- Opening: Rolltop on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; Other on the Aer Duffel Pack 2.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; No on the Aer Duffel Pack 2.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; 15in on the Aer Duffel Pack 2.
- Water bottle pockets: 1, side on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; 1 on the Aer Duffel Pack 2.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 163 accept both. 12 accept only the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L, and 0 accept only the Aer Duffel Pack 2.
Only the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L fits
Air Niugini, Belavia, Etihad Airways, Liat Airlines, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Scoot, Tiger Airways, Virgin Australia, WestJet.
Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L vs. Aer Duffel Pack 2: which should you pack?
The Aer Duffel Pack 2 carries 4.600000000000001L more than the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L (20L vs. 24.6L), while the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 1.1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Duffel Pack 2; if you want to travel lighter, the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L is the better call.