Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition vs. Aer Go Pack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×32×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $229 |
Feature by feature
| Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition | Feature | Aer Go Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 13in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Custom-developed leather | 300D Cordura® ripstop exterior |
Key differences between the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition and Aer Go Pack
- Luggage passthrough: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition; Yes on the Aer Go Pack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition; 13in on the Aer Go Pack.
- Water bottle pockets: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition; 2 on the Aer Go Pack.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 179 accept both. 0 accept only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition, and 1 accept only the Aer Go Pack.
Only the Aer Go Pack fits
Air Niugini.
Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition vs. Aer Go Pack: which should you pack?
The Aer Go Pack carries 1.3999999999999986L more than the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition (20L vs. 21.4L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Go Pack; if you want to travel lighter, the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition is the better call.