Aer Pro Slim Pack vs. Aer Tech Pack 2
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Pro Slim Pack | Feature | Aer Tech Pack 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 840D CORDURA re/cor recycled nylon | 1680D CORDURA® ballistic nylon exterior (bluesign® approved) |
Key differences between the Aer Pro Slim Pack and Aer Tech Pack 2
- Passport pocket: Front on the Aer Pro Slim Pack; Top on the Aer Tech Pack 2.
- Water bottle pockets: 1, side on the Aer Pro Slim Pack; No on the Aer Tech Pack 2.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, 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. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Aer Pro Slim Pack vs. Aer Tech Pack 2: which should you pack?
The Aer Pro Slim Pack carries 1L more than the Aer Tech Pack 2 (13L vs. 12L), while the Aer Tech Pack 2 is the lighter pack at 0.8kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Aer Pro Slim Pack fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Aer Pro Slim Pack; if you want to travel lighter, the Aer Tech Pack 2 is the better call.