Cotopaxi Allpa 35L vs. Osprey Transporter® Flap Pack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Cotopaxi Allpa 35L
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×30×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 80% |
| Price | $200 |
Feature by feature
| Cotopaxi Allpa 35L | Feature | Osprey Transporter® Flap Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 3 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| H | Backpack | S |
| R | Hip Belt | R |
| S | Sternum Strap | S |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 15 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D ballistic nylon paneling | 400D Nylon TPU Double Coated |
Osprey Transporter® Flap Pack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×33×31 cm |
| Airline fit | 88% |
| Price | $120 |
The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L and the Osprey Transporter® Flap Pack are both stellar examples of the carry-on backpack class. Their stats, however, tell different stories. The Allpa 35L, with its larger dimensions and 35 liters of capacity, is a heavyweight capable of packing quite a punch. Its 1680D ballistic nylon paneling speaks volumes about its durability and the laptop compartment is a comfortable fit for a 15-inch machine. However, as robust as it is, it carries the additional weight, tipping the scales at 1.5 pounds.
Contrary to the Allpa 35L, the Transporter® Flap Pack is light as a feather, weighing just 0.9 pounds. It might be a bit of a lightweight compared to the Allpa 35L, with a smaller capacity at just 20 liters, but its tall and slim dimensions could be a positive in the right environments, ensuring compatibility with a wider range of airlines at 88%. The laptop compartment mirrors that of the Allpa, and the material is a durable 400D Nylon.
To summarize the differences:
- The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L is larger and weighs more than the Osprey Transporter® Flap Pack.
- The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L has a larger capacity.
- The Osprey Transporter® Flap Pack is compatible with more airlines.
- The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L's 1680D ballistic nylon paneling is more robust than the Osprey Transporter® Flap Pack's 400D Nylon.
Where opinions matter, the Cotopaxi Allpa 35L has received positive reviews, seen by many as an ideal companion to the world traveler. Its features, such as an included rain cover, comfortable straps and additional bag accessories, make it the "Top Pick for Light and Easy" - a simple, intuitive, and efficient carry-on. Its internal organization has been hailed as possibly the best configuration in the market. On the other hand, the qualities that make the Osprey Transporter® Flap Pack shine include its build quality, an efficient internal organizer, and a stylish, minimalistic aesthetic. These features make it a desirable selection in any setting.
Despite the differences in stats and general characteristics, both backpacks retain their rightful places in the carry-on backpack arena. Whether to go for the meatier Cotopaxi Allpa 35L or the minimalistic Osprey Transporter® Flap Pack really boils down to personal preferences. But one thing is certain - no matter the choice, one can't go wrong with either of these backpacks.