Aer Duffel Pack 2 vs. Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Duffel Pack 2 | Feature | Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 17in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 0 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 900D eco-dyed polyester exterior | Thickened canvas, PU Leather |
Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×34×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 88% |
| Price | $66 |
Key differences between the Aer Duffel Pack 2 and Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack
- Compression straps: No on the Aer Duffel Pack 2; Yes on the Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Aer Duffel Pack 2; Hideable on the Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack.
- Hip belt: No on the Aer Duffel Pack 2; Yes on the Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Aer Duffel Pack 2; 17in on the Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack.
Both have: sternum strap, 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. 163 accept both. 0 accept only the Aer Duffel Pack 2, and 3 accept only the Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack.
Only the Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack fits
Liat Airlines, Scoot, Tiger Airways.
Aer Duffel Pack 2 vs. Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack: which should you pack?
The Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack carries 0.3999999999999986L more than the Aer Duffel Pack 2 (24.6L vs. 25L), while the Aer Duffel Pack 2 is the lighter pack at 1.1kg (vs. 1.4kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack fits 88% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Witzman Vintage Canvas Rucksack; if you want to travel lighter, the Aer Duffel Pack 2 is the better call.