Deuter Aviant Access Pro 60 vs. Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL

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

Deuter Aviant Access Pro 60

Front facing view of the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 60
Capacity60 L
Weight2.54 kg
Dimensions66×36×26 cm
Airline fit1%
Price$103

Feature by feature

Deuter Aviant Access Pro 60FeatureDeuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL
Storage
Y Compression Y
None Expanded Capacity None
1 Opening 1
N Passport N
N Passthrough N
Carry
hideable Backpack hideable
hideable Hip Belt hideable
hideable Sternum Strap hideable
Inside
13in Laptop 13in
1 Main Compartments 1
N Organizer N
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
1 Water Bottle Holder 1
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
600D PES, 420D PA600D PES, 420D PA

Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL

Front facing view of the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL
Capacity55 L
Weight2.46 kg
Dimensions64×34×26 cm
Airline fit2%
Price$144

Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 2 accept both. 0 accept only the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 60, and 1 accept only the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.

Only the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL fits

Island Air.

Deuter Aviant Access Pro 60 vs. Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL: which should you pack?

The Deuter Aviant Access Pro 60 carries 5L more than the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL (60L vs. 55L), while the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL is the lighter pack at 2.46kg (vs. 2.54kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL fits 2% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 60; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL is the better call.