Bellroy Classic Backpack vs. Baggu Crescent Bag
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Bellroy Classic Backpack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.75 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×32×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $139 |
Feature by feature
| Bellroy Classic Backpack | Feature | Baggu Crescent Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 0 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | N |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 00% recycled polyester & nylon | Nylon |
Key differences between the Bellroy Classic Backpack and Baggu Crescent Bag
- Opening: Top zip on the Bellroy Classic Backpack; Other on the Baggu Crescent Bag.
- Passport pocket: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack; No on the Baggu Crescent Bag.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack; No on the Baggu Crescent Bag.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack; No on the Baggu Crescent Bag.
Both have: laptop sleeve.
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. 7 accept only the Bellroy Classic Backpack, and 0 accept only the Baggu Crescent Bag.
Only the Bellroy Classic Backpack fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Bellroy Classic Backpack vs. Baggu Crescent Bag: which should you pack?
The Baggu Crescent Bag carries 1L more than the Bellroy Classic Backpack (20L vs. 21L), while the Baggu Crescent Bag is the lighter pack at 0.2kg (vs. 0.75kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Bellroy Classic Backpack fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Baggu Crescent Bag; if you want to travel lighter, the Baggu Crescent Bag is the better call.