Ryu Flex Pack 20L vs. Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Ryu Flex Pack 20L | Feature | Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% nylon with silicone coating and Polygiene® finish | 750D Recycled polyester, 150D Recycled polyester |
Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.73 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×30×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $140 |
Key differences between the Ryu Flex Pack 20L and Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack
- Passport pocket: No on the Ryu Flex Pack 20L; Yes on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack.
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Ryu Flex Pack 20L; No on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 177 accept both. 0 accept only the Ryu Flex Pack 20L, and 3 accept only the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack.
Only the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, Gulf Air.
Ryu Flex Pack 20L vs. Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack: which should you pack?
The Ryu Flex Pack 20L carries the same capacity as the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack (20L vs. 20L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Ryu Flex Pack 20L; if you want to travel lighter, the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack is the better call.