United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall vs. Timbuk2 Command
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 39×34×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $120 |
Feature by feature
| United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall | Feature | Timbuk2 Command |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
Key differences between the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall and Timbuk2 Command
- Passport pocket: Front on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; Top on the Timbuk2 Command.
- Main compartments: 2 on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; 5 on the Timbuk2 Command.
- Built-in organizer: No on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; Yes on the Timbuk2 Command.
Both have: sternum strap, 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. 172 accept both. 9 accept only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall, and 0 accept only the Timbuk2 Command.
Only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris.
United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall vs. Timbuk2 Command: which should you pack?
The Timbuk2 Command carries 7L more than the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall (25L vs. 32L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Timbuk2 Command; if you want to travel lighter, the Timbuk2 Command is the better call.