Aer City Pack X-Pac vs. Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer City Pack X-Pac | Feature | Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top, front |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| VX-42 X-Pac | 840D 100% Nylon |
Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×30×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $190 |
Key differences between the Aer City Pack X-Pac and Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L
- Passport pocket: Top on the Aer City Pack X-Pac; Top, front on the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Aer City Pack X-Pac; 5 on the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 178 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Aer City Pack X-Pac vs. Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L: which should you pack?
The Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L carries 6L more than the Aer City Pack X-Pac (14L vs. 20L), while the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L is the lighter pack at 1kg (vs. 1.1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Aer City Pack X-Pac fits 94% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L; if you want to travel lighter, the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L is the better call.