Ortlieb Messenger Bag vs. Atom Packs "Atom+"
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Ortlieb Messenger Bag
by Ortlieb
| Capacity | 39 L |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×39×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 59% |
| Price | $140 |
Feature by feature
| Ortlieb Messenger Bag | Feature | Atom Packs "Atom+" |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 2 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| PD620, PS620C | 210d Robic |
Key differences between the Ortlieb Messenger Bag and Atom Packs "Atom+"
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Ortlieb Messenger Bag; 2 on the Atom Packs "Atom+".
Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap, water resistant.
Ortlieb Messenger Bag vs. Atom Packs "Atom+": which should you pack?
The Atom Packs "Atom+" carries 11L more than the Ortlieb Messenger Bag (39L vs. 50L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Atom Packs "Atom+"; if you want to travel lighter, the Ortlieb Messenger Bag is the better call.