Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack vs. Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.73 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×30×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $140 |
Feature by feature
| Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack | Feature | Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 750D Recycled polyester, 150D Recycled polyester | Nylon and Microfiber leather |
Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×28×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $119 |
Key differences between the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack and Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack
- Opening: Top zip on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack; Clamshell on the Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack.
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack; Yes on the Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack.
- Main compartments: 1 on the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack; 2 on the Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, 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. 180 accept both. 0 accept only the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack, and 1 accept only the Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack.
Only the Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack fits
Great Lakes Airlines.
Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack vs. Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack: which should you pack?
The Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack carries 3L more than the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack (20L vs. 23L), while the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.73kg (vs. 1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Nordace Laval -- Smart Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Pacsafe Metrosafe X Anti-Theft 20L Backpack is the better call.