LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag vs. Topo Travel Bag 40L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag

by Life Behind Bars Jakarta (LBBJKT)
Front facing view of the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag
Capacity35 L
Weight1.6 kg
Dimensions53×36×12 cm
Airline fit81%
Price$170

Feature by feature

Storage
Y Compression N
None Expanded Capacity None
2 Opening 1
N Passport front
N Passthrough N
Carry
Y Backpack hideable
removable Hip Belt removable
Y Sternum Strap removable
Inside
17in Laptop 15in
5 Main Compartments 4
Y Organizer N
Outside
× Hard Shell ×
N Rain-fly N
2 Water Bottle Holder 2, side
Y Water Resistant Y
Material
1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers1000D recycled nylon,

Topo Travel Bag 40L

by Topo Designs
Front facing view of the Topo Travel Bag 40L
Capacity40 L
Weight1.7 kg
Dimensions57×36×19 cm
Airline fit16%
Price$230

Key differences between the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and Topo Travel Bag 40L

Both have: hip belt, water resistant.

Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 31 accept both. 122 accept only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag, and 0 accept only the Topo Travel Bag 40L.

Only the LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag fits

Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Copa Airlines, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, Garuda Indonesia, Gol Linhas Aereas, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Japan Airlines, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kulula, Kuwait Air, Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Spirit Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Volotea, WestJet, WOW Airlines, Xiamen.

First up is the LBBJKT Peloton Rolltop Bag designed by Life Behind Bars Jakarta; a sleek affair with its lightweight design that weighs in at a mere 1.6 pounds. Ideal for the nimble traveler, this bag boasts of a 35-liter capacity that's expandable up to 45 liters as needed. Combine this with a laptop compartment that can snugly fit a 17-inch model, and it's no wonder a reviewer recommend it so highly for cyclists. The bag's robust 1000D Cordura water resistant polyester inner lining stands out in bright yellow, with YKK Aquaguard zippers sealing the deal, literally. Handy, well-thought-out pockets and an efficient strap system to attach larger items round off the bag's pluses.

Here, let's break them down side by side:

On to the Topo Travel Bag 40L by Topo Designs, which strikes a winning balance between playful aesthetics and serious functionality. The bag's durable build employs a mix of robust materials - 1000D nylon, 400D and 210D nylon pack cloth, and 1680D ballistic nylon. The Topo tips the scale just a bit more than the LBBJKT, at 1.7 pounds. The crowning feature of this bag is its three-way carry design, cleverly converting from shoulder bag to briefcase and then to backpack. A spacious 40-liter capacity and a quick-access laptop compartment that holds a 14-inch device cap off this bag's all-round usefulness.

The LBBJKT Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Topo Travel Bag 40L appeal to two different sensibilities. If you're after a lean, light bag that prioritizes easy accessibility and has room to spare when needed, the LBBJKT is a sure bet. If your tastes lean towards a bag with distinct style, flexibility in carrying options, and a dash of rugged durability, the Topo is your go-to. At the end of the day, both bags make a compelling case for themselves in their own unique ways. So make that decision based on your personal preference and the kind of traveler you are.