MixedWorks Falcon M vs. Deuter XV 3 SL
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
MixedWorks Falcon M
| Capacity | 27 L |
| Weight | 1.25 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×34×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 88% |
| Price | $271 |
Feature by feature
| MixedWorks Falcon M | Feature | Deuter XV 3 SL |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 2 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| optional | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | optional |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| CORDURA® 1000 outer shell | 600D PES, 100% recycled fabrics |
Key differences between the MixedWorks Falcon M and Deuter XV 3 SL
- Hip belt: Optional on the MixedWorks Falcon M; Hideable on the Deuter XV 3 SL.
- Built-in organizer: No on the MixedWorks Falcon M; Yes on the Deuter XV 3 SL.
- Rain cover: No on the MixedWorks Falcon M; Optional on the Deuter XV 3 SL.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 166 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
MixedWorks Falcon M vs. Deuter XV 3 SL: which should you pack?
The MixedWorks Falcon M carries 6L more than the Deuter XV 3 SL (27L vs. 21L), while the Deuter XV 3 SL is the lighter pack at 1.03kg (vs. 1.25kg). For carry-on flexibility, the MixedWorks Falcon M fits 88% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the MixedWorks Falcon M; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter XV 3 SL is the better call.