Fjallraven Haulpack No.1 vs. Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Fjallraven Haulpack No.1
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 39×31×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $180 |
Feature by feature
| Fjallraven Haulpack No.1 | Feature | Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| G-1000® HeavyDuty: 65% polyester (recycled), 35% cotton (organic) | |
Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe
| Capacity | 18 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×27×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $140 |
Key differences between the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1 and Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe
- Compression straps: No on the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1; 2 on the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1; Yes on the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe.
- Sternum strap: Removable on the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1; Yes on the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1; 1, side on the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe.
Both have: 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. 179 accept both. 2 accept only the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1, and 2 accept only the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe.
Only the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1 fits
VivaColombia, Volaris.
Only the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines.
Fjallraven Haulpack No.1 vs. Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe: which should you pack?
The Fjallraven Haulpack No.1 carries 5L more than the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe (23L vs. 18L), while the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1 is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1 fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Haulpack No.1 is the better call.