NEEKFOX 35L Backpack vs. Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
NEEKFOX 35L Backpack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 0.4 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×33×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 70% |
| Price | $24 |
Feature by feature
| NEEKFOX 35L Backpack | Feature | Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 2 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 13in | Laptop | N |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Ripstop Nylon | Waterproof 30D Cordura® ripstop nylon |
Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 0.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×28×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $95 |
Key differences between the NEEKFOX 35L Backpack and Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack
- Opening: Top zip on the NEEKFOX 35L Backpack; Rolltop on the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
- Hip belt: No on the NEEKFOX 35L Backpack; Yes on the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 13in on the NEEKFOX 35L Backpack; No on the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
Both have: compression straps, 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. 132 accept both. 0 accept only the NEEKFOX 35L Backpack, and 3 accept only the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack.
Only the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack fits
Great Lakes Airlines, Oman Air, Royal Jordanian.
NEEKFOX 35L Backpack vs. Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack: which should you pack?
The NEEKFOX 35L Backpack carries 3L more than the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack (35L vs. 32L), while the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.3kg (vs. 0.4kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack fits 71% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the NEEKFOX 35L Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Matador Freerain32 Waterproof Packable Backpack is the better call.