Aer Pro Pack 20L vs. Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Pro Pack 20L | Feature | Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top, front |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 840D CORDURA re/cor recycled nylon | 840D 100% Nylon |
Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×30×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $190 |
Key differences between the Aer Pro Pack 20L and Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L
- Passport pocket: Top on the Aer Pro Pack 20L; Top, front on the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Aer Pro Pack 20L; Removable on the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Aer Pro Pack 20L; 5 on the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 177 accept both. 2 accept only the Aer Pro Pack 20L, and 1 accept only the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L.
Only the Aer Pro Pack 20L fits
Air Tahiti, Gulf Air.
Only the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L fits
Air Niugini.
Aer Pro Pack 20L vs. Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L: which should you pack?
The Aer Pro Pack 20L carries the same capacity as the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L (20L vs. 20L), while the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L is the lighter pack at 1kg (vs. 1.1kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Aer Pro Pack 20L fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Pro Pack 20L; if you want to travel lighter, the Rework Gear Toshi Pack 20L is the better call.