Deuter Gigant SL vs. Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Deuter Gigant SL | Feature | Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 17in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 300D PES Ripstop | 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 Deuter Gigant SL and Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L
- Hip belt: Removable on the Deuter Gigant SL; No on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L.
- Laptop sleeve: 17in on the Deuter Gigant SL; 15in on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L.
- Rain cover: Optional on the Deuter Gigant SL; No on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L.
- Water bottle pockets: 1 on the Deuter Gigant SL; 2 on the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, sternum strap, 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. 134 accept both. 3 accept only the Deuter Gigant SL, and 0 accept only the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L.
Only the Deuter Gigant SL fits
Etihad Airways, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways.
Deuter Gigant SL vs. Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L: which should you pack?
The Deuter Gigant SL carries the same capacity as the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L (32L vs. 32L), while the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 1.08kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Gigant SL fits 72% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter Gigant SL; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Paxat Backpack 32L is the better call.