Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack vs. Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×31×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $121 |
Feature by feature
| Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack | Feature | Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| hideable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Solid: 210 Nylon Full Dull Mild Oxford, PU1000mm; Camo print: 600D High Density Polyester Oxford, PU1000mm | 420D Nylon full dull high density oxford (main material) 200D Polyester (lining) |
Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45
| Capacity | 45 L |
| Weight | 1.73 kg |
| Dimensions | 55×35×22 cm |
| Airline fit | 68% |
| Price | $199 |
Key differences between the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack and Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45
- Opening: Clamshell on the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack; Other on the Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack; No on the Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack; 1 on the Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap, 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. 129 accept both. 5 accept only the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack, and 0 accept only the Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45.
Only the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack fits
Cayman Airways, Liat Airlines, Scoot, Tiger Airways, WestJet.
Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack vs. Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45: which should you pack?
The Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45 carries 17L more than the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack (28L vs. 45L), while the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack is the lighter pack at 1.1kg (vs. 1.73kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack fits 71% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Pacsafe Venturesafe EXP45; if you want to travel lighter, the Pacsafe Vibe 40L Anti-Theft Carry-On Backpack is the better call.