Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe vs. Aer Day Pack 3
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe
| Capacity | 18 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×27×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $140 |
Feature by feature
| Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe | Feature | Aer Day Pack 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680D Cordura® ballistic nylon exterior (bluesign® approved) | |
Key differences between the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe and Aer Day Pack 3
- Compression straps: 2 on the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe; No on the Aer Day Pack 3.
- Opening: Other on the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe; Clamshell on the Aer Day Pack 3.
- Passport pocket: Front on the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe; Top on the Aer Day Pack 3.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe; 16in on the Aer Day Pack 3.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, sternum strap, 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. 1 accept only the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe, and 0 accept only the Aer Day Pack 3.
Only the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe fits
Great Lakes Airlines.
Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe vs. Aer Day Pack 3: which should you pack?
The Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe carries 4L more than the Aer Day Pack 3 (18L vs. 14L), while the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe is the lighter pack at 1kg (vs. 1.3kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe; if you want to travel lighter, the Timbuk2 Division Laptop Backpack Deluxe is the better call.