Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack vs. Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack
| Capacity | 38 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×33×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 91% |
| Price | $40 |
Feature by feature
| Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack | Feature | Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport | |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 14in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% Polyester | Water repellent polyester |
Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.18 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×30×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $45 |
Key differences between the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack and Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack
- Compression straps: Yes on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack; No on the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.
- Backpack straps: Hideable on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack; Yes on the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack; 14in on the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack; No on the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.
Both have: sternum strap, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 172 accept both. 0 accept only the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack, and 3 accept only the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack.
Only the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack fits
Air Niugini, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack vs. Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack: which should you pack?
The Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack carries 10L more than the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack (38L vs. 28L), while the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.8kg (vs. 1.18kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Hynes Eagle 28L Flight Approved Carry On Backpack fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Hynes Eagle 38L Flight Approved Carry on Backpack is the better call.