Nordace Eliz vs. Waterfield Bolt
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Nordace Eliz | Feature | Waterfield Bolt |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | front |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Nylon & Microfiber Leather | Durable waxed canvas OR 1050 Denier Ballistic nylon |
Waterfield Bolt
| Capacity | 17 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 41×32×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $370 |
Key differences between the Nordace Eliz and Waterfield Bolt
- Opening: Top flap on the Nordace Eliz; Top zip on the Waterfield Bolt.
- Passport pocket: Yes on the Nordace Eliz; Front on the Waterfield Bolt.
- Main compartments: 1 on the Nordace Eliz; 3 on the Waterfield Bolt.
- Water bottle pockets: 1 on the Nordace Eliz; 2, side on the Waterfield Bolt.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 179 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Nordace Eliz vs. Waterfield Bolt: which should you pack?
The Nordace Eliz carries 1L more than the Waterfield Bolt (18L vs. 17L), while the Nordace Eliz is the lighter pack at 1kg (vs. 1.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Nordace Eliz fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Nordace Eliz; if you want to travel lighter, the Nordace Eliz is the better call.