Ryu Flex Pack 20L vs. DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Ryu Flex Pack 20L | Feature | DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% nylon with silicone coating and Polygiene® finish | 1680D Ballistic Nylon with DWR coating |
DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×31×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 89% |
| Price | $160 |
Key differences between the Ryu Flex Pack 20L and DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Ryu Flex Pack 20L; Yes on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: 1 on the Ryu Flex Pack 20L; 2 on the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 169 accept both. 8 accept only the Ryu Flex Pack 20L, and 0 accept only the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack.
Only the Ryu Flex Pack 20L fits
American Eagle, Belavia, easyJet, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Ryu Flex Pack 20L vs. DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack: which should you pack?
The DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack carries 5L more than the Ryu Flex Pack 20L (20L vs. 25L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Ryu Flex Pack 20L fits 94% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack; if you want to travel lighter, the DSPTCH Gym/Work Pack is the better call.