Exped Core 35 vs. Fjallraven Splitpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Exped Core 35 | Feature | Fjallraven Splitpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1680 D Ballistic nylon, PU coated, 1'500 mm water column | G-1000® HeavyDuty Eco: 65% polyester, 35% cotton |
Fjallraven Splitpack
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.15 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×28×28 cm |
| Airline fit | 15% |
| Price | $200 |
Key differences between the Exped Core 35 and Fjallraven Splitpack
- Opening: Top flap on the Exped Core 35; Clamshell on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Exped Core 35; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Exped Core 35; No on the Fjallraven Splitpack.
Both have: backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 24 accept both. 0 accept only the Exped Core 35, and 4 accept only the Fjallraven Splitpack.
Only the Fjallraven Splitpack fits
Caribbean Airlines, Croatia Air, Great Lakes Airlines, Sun Country.
Exped Core 35 vs. Fjallraven Splitpack: which should you pack?
The Exped Core 35 carries the same capacity as the Fjallraven Splitpack (35L vs. 35L), while the Exped Core 35 is the lighter pack at 0.1kg (vs. 1.15kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Fjallraven Splitpack fits 15% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Exped Core 35; if you want to travel lighter, the Exped Core 35 is the better call.