Aer Pro Pack 20L vs. Gossamer Gear Aero Jet
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Pro Pack 20L | Feature | Gossamer Gear Aero Jet |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | back |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | optional |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 17in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| 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 | 210D Recycled Robic Nylon (PFAS-Free) |
Gossamer Gear Aero Jet
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×31×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 88% |
| Price | $225 |
Key differences between the Aer Pro Pack 20L and Gossamer Gear Aero Jet
- Passport pocket: Top on the Aer Pro Pack 20L; Back on the Gossamer Gear Aero Jet.
- Hip belt: No on the Aer Pro Pack 20L; Optional on the Gossamer Gear Aero Jet.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Aer Pro Pack 20L; 17in on the Gossamer Gear Aero Jet.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Aer Pro Pack 20L; No on the Gossamer Gear Aero Jet.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, sternum strap, 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. 167 accept both. 12 accept only the Aer Pro Pack 20L, and 0 accept only the Gossamer Gear Aero Jet.
Only the Aer Pro Pack 20L fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Belavia, easyJet, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia.
Aer Pro Pack 20L vs. Gossamer Gear Aero Jet: which should you pack?
The Gossamer Gear Aero Jet carries 15L more than the Aer Pro Pack 20L (20L vs. 35L), while the Aer Pro Pack 20L is the lighter pack at 1.1kg (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 Gossamer Gear Aero Jet; if you want to travel lighter, the Aer Pro Pack 20L is the better call.