Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×36×12 cm |
| Airline fit | 98% |
| Price | $170 |
| LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag | Feature | Aer Tech Pack 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| S | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| S | Backpack | S |
| R | Hip Belt | N |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 17 | Laptop | 16 |
| 5 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D CorduraLightweight water resistant polyester inner linings in bright yellowYKK Aquaguard zippers | 840D nylon |
The LBBJKT The Peloton Rolltop Bag and the Aer Tech Pack 2 are two worthy contenders if you're on the hunt for a reliable carry-on backpack. Both of them have unique aspects to offer, but let's start with the LBBJKT Peloton. This bag is roomy with its 35L capacity, capable of expanding up to a whopping 45L if needed. It boasts a big feature, a laptop compartment that fits a 17-inch laptop, along with myriad well-thought pockets for convenient organization. One unique feature mentioned by a previous user is a strap system that lets you attach large items to your bag.
In terms of construction, it's made of 1000D Cordura—an ultra-durable material known for its resistance to tear, abrasion, and scuff. The bag's inner lining is designed with water-resistant polyester in bright yellow, providing high visibility and a pop of color. Weighing only 1.6 pounds, it's impressively lightweight for a backpack of its size and features. As a cyclist's favorite, one reviewer says, "If you don't mind the hook system to open and close the bag, then you should definitely take the Peloton into consideration. I highly recommend it."
The Aer Tech Pack 2 is the gadget fanatics' go-to backpack. It's lauded for its superb organization for tech and work essentials— an "insane amount of organization," one reviewer puts it. This bag is hardier than it appears with an 840D nylon construction deemed capable of weathering consistent use and handling gadgets secure while being on the go. Despite its lower capacity of 17L compared to the LBBJKT Peloton, its laptop compartment doesn't lag too far behind, comfortably accommodating a 16-inch laptop. What sets the Aer Tech Pack 2 apart is the false bottom in the laptop compartment— a protective feature against sudden drops. This backpack, in the words of another reviewer, is essentially "an amazing backpack, it's the combination of materials, design, and craftsmanship that really makes Aer's backpacks stand out."