MixedWorks Swift vs. Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| MixedWorks Swift | Feature | Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Cordura 1000 outer shell | 630-denier 100% nylon, 450-denier 100% polyester |
Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×31×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $119 |
Key differences between the MixedWorks Swift and Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L
- Compression straps: No on the MixedWorks Swift; Yes on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L.
- Main compartments: 1 on the MixedWorks Swift; 3 on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the MixedWorks Swift; 2 on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 132 accept both. 35 accept only the MixedWorks Swift, and 2 accept only the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L.
Only the MixedWorks Swift fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, flybe, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, Liat Airlines, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Pakistan International, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), Volotea, Xiamen.
Only the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L fits
Oman Air, Royal Jordanian.
MixedWorks Swift vs. Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L carries 8L more than the MixedWorks Swift (24L vs. 32L), while the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the MixedWorks Swift fits 88% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L is the better call.