Ikea Pirving vs. Uniqlo 3Way Bag
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Ikea Pirving | Feature | Uniqlo 3Way Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| removable | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 14in | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% polyester | Polyester |
Uniqlo 3Way Bag
| Capacity | 4 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 17.7×12.2×4.7 cm |
| Airline fit | 100% |
| Price | $40 |
Key differences between the Ikea Pirving and Uniqlo 3Way Bag
- Backpack straps: Removable on the Ikea Pirving; Yes on the Uniqlo 3Way Bag.
- Laptop sleeve: 14in on the Ikea Pirving; No on the Uniqlo 3Way Bag.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Ikea Pirving; Yes on the Uniqlo 3Way Bag.
- Water resistant: No on the Ikea Pirving; Yes on the Uniqlo 3Way Bag.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 188 accept both. 0 accept only the Ikea Pirving, and 1 accept only the Uniqlo 3Way Bag.
Only the Uniqlo 3Way Bag fits
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Ikea Pirving vs. Uniqlo 3Way Bag: which should you pack?
The Ikea Pirving carries 5L more than the Uniqlo 3Way Bag (9L vs. 4L), while the Ikea Pirving is the lighter pack at 0.1kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Uniqlo 3Way Bag fits 100% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Ikea Pirving; if you want to travel lighter, the Ikea Pirving is the better call.