Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack vs. Chrome Rostov
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×25×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $20 |
Feature by feature
| Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack | Feature | Chrome Rostov |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% Polyester | Abrasion resistant 1050d nylon exterior 1680d ballistic nylon bottom panel |
Chrome Rostov
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×31×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $115 |
Key differences between the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack and Chrome Rostov
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack; Removable on the Chrome Rostov.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack; Yes on the Chrome Rostov.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack; 1, side on the Chrome Rostov.
Both have: compression straps, passport pocket, backpack 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. 174 accept both. 2 accept only the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack, and 0 accept only the Chrome Rostov.
Only the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines.
Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack vs. Chrome Rostov: which should you pack?
The Chrome Rostov carries 3L more than the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack (20L vs. 23L), while the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.5kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Chrome Rostov; if you want to travel lighter, the Quechua NH100 Arpenaz 20L Hiking Backpack is the better call.