Deuter Freerider 28 SL vs. Ortlieb Packman Pro2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Deuter Freerider 28 SL | Feature | Ortlieb Packman Pro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 2 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| Y | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 330D PA 6.6 Ripstop, 210D PA Ripstop | Nylon fabric, PU coated |
Ortlieb Packman Pro2
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×28×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $160 |
Key differences between the Deuter Freerider 28 SL and Ortlieb Packman Pro2
- Opening: Top zip on the Deuter Freerider 28 SL; Rolltop on the Ortlieb Packman Pro2.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Deuter Freerider 28 SL; No on the Ortlieb Packman Pro2.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, hip belt, 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. 167 accept both. 0 accept only the Deuter Freerider 28 SL, and 9 accept only the Ortlieb Packman Pro2.
Only the Ortlieb Packman Pro2 fits
Air Niugini, Belavia, Etihad Airways, Great Lakes Airlines, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia.
Deuter Freerider 28 SL vs. Ortlieb Packman Pro2: which should you pack?
The Deuter Freerider 28 SL carries 3L more than the Ortlieb Packman Pro2 (28L vs. 25L), while the Deuter Freerider 28 SL is the lighter pack at 0.98kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Ortlieb Packman Pro2 fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter Freerider 28 SL; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Freerider 28 SL is the better call.