Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L vs. Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.52 kg |
| Dimensions | 41×30×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $79 |
Feature by feature
| Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L | Feature | Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 14in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 200-denier 100% recycled polyester, | Polyamide |
Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L
| Capacity | 15 L |
| Weight | 0.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×35×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $27 |
Key differences between the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L and Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L
- Opening: Top zip on the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L; Other on the Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L; Hideable on the Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L; 14in on the Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L; 2, side on the Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L; No on the Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L.
Both have: sternum strap.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 176 accept both. 4 accept only the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L, and 0 accept only the Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L.
Only the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L fits
Air Niugini, Cayman Airways, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L vs. Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L carries 5L more than the Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L (20L vs. 15L), while the Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L is the lighter pack at 0.2kg (vs. 0.52kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Women's Tamangito Pack 20L; if you want to travel lighter, the Forclaz 2in1 Tote 15L is the better call.