Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition vs. STM Grace
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 | STM Grace |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Custom-developed leather | 100% polyester |
Key differences between the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition and STM Grace
- Passport pocket: Yes on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition; No on the STM Grace.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition; Yes on the STM Grace.
Both have: 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. 179 accept both. 0 accept only the Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition, and 1 accept only the STM Grace.
Only the STM Grace fits
Air Niugini.
Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition vs. STM Grace: which should you pack?
The Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition carries the same capacity as the STM Grace (20L vs. 20L), while the STM Grace is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 0.9kg). 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 Bellroy Classic Backpack Premium Edition; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Grace is the better call.