United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall vs. Chrome Rostov
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 | Chrome Rostov |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Abrasion resistant 1050d nylon exterior 1680d ballistic nylon bottom panel | |
Chrome Rostov
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×31×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $115 |
Key differences between the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall and Chrome Rostov
- Compression straps: No on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; 2 on the Chrome Rostov.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; Yes on the Chrome Rostov.
- Built-in organizer: No on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; Yes on the Chrome Rostov.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; 1, side on the Chrome Rostov.
Both have: passport pocket, 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. 174 accept both. 7 accept only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall, and 0 accept only the Chrome Rostov.
Only the United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, VivaColombia, Volaris.
United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall vs. Chrome Rostov: which should you pack?
The United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall carries 2L more than the Chrome Rostov (25L vs. 23L), 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 United by Blue (R)evolution 25L Convertible Carryall; if you want to travel lighter, the Chrome Rostov is the better call.