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title: "Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack vs Bellroy Transit Backpack"
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# Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack vs. Bellroy Transit Backpack

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

## [Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/hu7v8er36z/solgaard-atlas-rolltop-backpack/)

by [Solgaard](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Solgaard)

![Front facing view of the Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1788990437/carryons/solgaard-atlas-rolltop-backpack-hu7v8er36z.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>27 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.7 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>48×31×18 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>92%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$275</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack | Feature | Bellroy Transit Backpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| 2 | Compression | N |
| 31L | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top, back | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| optional, removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside |
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 6 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>Shore-Tex</td><td>Baida Nylon</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Bellroy Transit Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/vapzzt5rje/bellroy-transit-backpack/)

by [Bellroy](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Bellroy)

![Front facing view of the Bellroy Transit Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1617405369/carryons/Bellroy_Transit_Backpack_bvl82c.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>28 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.1 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>53×36×19 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>81%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$250</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack and Bellroy Transit Backpack

-   **Compression straps:** 2 on the Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack; No on the Bellroy Transit Backpack.
-   **Passport pocket:** Top, back on the Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack; Top on the Bellroy Transit Backpack.
-   **Luggage passthrough:** Yes on the Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack; No on the Bellroy Transit Backpack.
-   **Hip belt:** Optional, removable on the Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack; No on the Bellroy Transit Backpack.
-   **Main compartments:** 6 on the Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack; 4 on the Bellroy Transit Backpack.

Both have: backpack straps, 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. 153 accept both. 21 accept only the Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack, and 0 accept only the Bellroy Transit Backpack.

### Only the Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack fits

Aerolineas Argentinas, Air France, Air India, Air Mauritius, Belavia, Boliviana de Aviacion, Cayman Airways, Etihad Airways, flybe, Indigo, InselAir, Jet Airways, Kenya Airways, KLM, LATAM , Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Sky Airlines, Virgin Australia.

## Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack vs. Bellroy Transit Backpack: which should you pack?

The **Bellroy Transit Backpack** carries 1L more than the **Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack** (27L vs. 28L), while the **Bellroy Transit Backpack** is the lighter pack at 1.1kg (vs. 1.7kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Solgaard Atlas Rolltop Backpack** fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Bellroy Transit Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Bellroy Transit Backpack is the better call.