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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/mfxgq0ze1j/mixedworks-falcon-s/pea4aajgpa/quechua-nh100-arpenaz-20l-hiking-backpack/"
title: "MixedWorks Falcon S vs Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack"
description: "MixedWorks Falcon S vs Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
source: "https://onebag.travel/compare/mfxgq0ze1j/mixedworks-falcon-s/pea4aajgpa/quechua-nh100-arpenaz-20l-hiking-backpack/"
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# MixedWorks Falcon S vs. Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack

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

## [MixedWorks Falcon S](https://onebag.travel/carryon/mfxgq0ze1j/mixedworks-falcon-s/)

by [Mixed Works](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Mixed Works)

![Front facing view of the MixedWorks Falcon S](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1601599775/carryons/mixedfalcon_lvhbhf.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>20 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>49×30×17 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>92%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$320</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| MixedWorks Falcon S | Feature | Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside |
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>CORDURA® 1000 outer shell Waterproof X- Pac® liner YKK zippers and buckles</td><td>100% Polyester</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/pea4aajgpa/quechua-nh100-arpenaz-20l-hiking-backpack/)

by [Quechua](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Quechua)

![Front facing view of the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1788990428/carryons/quechua-nh100-arpenaz-20l-hiking-backpack-pea4aajgpa.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>20 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.5 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>47×25×14 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>93%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$20</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the MixedWorks Falcon S and Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack

-   **Opening:** Rolltop on the MixedWorks Falcon S; Other on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack.
-   **Hip belt:** Removable on the MixedWorks Falcon S; No on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack.
-   **Sternum strap:** Removable on the MixedWorks Falcon S; Yes on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack.
-   **Water bottle pockets:** No on the MixedWorks Falcon S; 2, side on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack.

Both have: compression straps, passport pocket, backpack straps, 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. 173 accept both. 0 accept only the MixedWorks Falcon S, and 3 accept only the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack.

### Only the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack fits

Great Lakes Airlines, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.

## MixedWorks Falcon S vs. Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack: which should you pack?

The **MixedWorks Falcon S** carries the same capacity as the **Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack** (20L vs. 20L), while the **Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack** is the lighter pack at 0.5kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack** fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the MixedWorks Falcon S; if you want to travel lighter, the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack is the better call.