Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L vs. Aer Pro Slim Pack
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 Pro Slim Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 1 |
| back | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% recycled polyester | 840D CORDURA re/cor recycled nylon |
Key differences between the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L and Aer Pro Slim Pack
- Opening: Rolltop on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; Clamshell on the Aer Pro Slim Pack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; Front on the Aer Pro Slim Pack.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; Yes on the Aer Pro Slim Pack.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; Yes on the Aer Pro Slim Pack.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, 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. 174 accept both. 1 accept only the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L, and 5 accept only the Aer Pro Slim Pack.
Only the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L fits
Air Niugini.
Only the Aer Pro Slim Pack fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.
Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L vs. Aer Pro Slim Pack: which should you pack?
The Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L carries 7L more than the Aer Pro Slim Pack (20L vs. 13L), while the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Aer Pro Slim Pack fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; if you want to travel lighter, the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L is the better call.