Osprey Pixel vs. Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Osprey Pixel | Feature | Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Compression | ||
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| Passport | top | |
| Passthrough | N | |
| Carry | ||
| Backpack | hideable | |
| Hip Belt | N | |
| Sternum Strap | N | |
| Inside | ||
| Laptop | ||
| 0 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Organizer | N | |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| Rain-fly | N | |
| Water Bottle Holder | ||
| Water Resistant | Y | |
| Material | |
Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on
| Capacity | 40 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×36×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 66% |
| Price | $110 |
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 122 accept both. 0 accept only the Osprey Pixel, and 2 accept only the Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on.
Only the Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on fits
Liat Airlines, Pakistan International.
Osprey Pixel vs. Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on: which should you pack?
The Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on carries 14L more than the Osprey Pixel (26L vs. 40L), while the Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on is the lighter pack at 0.8kg (vs. 1.4kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on fits 66% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on; if you want to travel lighter, the Lowe Alpine AT Lightflite Carry-on is the better call.