Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL vs. Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL
| Capacity | 65 L |
| Weight | 2.52 kg |
| Dimensions | 68×35×26 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $260 |
Feature by feature
| Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL | Feature | Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | hideable |
| Inside | ||
| 13in | Laptop | 13in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 600D PES, 420D PA | 600D PES, 420D PA |
Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL
| Capacity | 55 L |
| Weight | 2.46 kg |
| Dimensions | 64×34×26 cm |
| Airline fit | 2% |
| Price | $144 |
Key differences between the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL and Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL
- Opening: Top zip on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL; Clamshell on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL; Hideable on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL; Hideable on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL; Hideable on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL; No on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL; 1 on the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.
Both have: compression straps, 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. 2 accept both. 0 accept only the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL, and 1 accept only the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL.
Only the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL fits
Island Air.
Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL vs. Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL: which should you pack?
The Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL carries 10L more than the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL (65L vs. 55L), while the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL is the lighter pack at 2.46kg (vs. 2.52kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL fits 2% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 65 SL; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Aviant Access Pro 55 SL is the better call.