STM Grace vs. Deuter XV 3 SL
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| STM Grace | Feature | Deuter XV 3 SL |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 2 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | hideable |
| N | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | optional |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% polyester | 600D PES, 100% recycled fabrics |
Key differences between the STM Grace and Deuter XV 3 SL
- Opening: Top zip on the STM Grace; Rolltop on the Deuter XV 3 SL.
- Hip belt: No on the STM Grace; Hideable on the Deuter XV 3 SL.
- Sternum strap: No on the STM Grace; Yes on the Deuter XV 3 SL.
- Rain cover: No on the STM Grace; Optional on the Deuter XV 3 SL.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 166 accept both. 14 accept only the STM Grace, and 0 accept only the Deuter XV 3 SL.
Only the STM Grace fits
Air Niugini, Air Tahiti, American Eagle, Belavia, easyJet, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia, WestJet.
STM Grace vs. Deuter XV 3 SL: which should you pack?
The Deuter XV 3 SL carries 1L more than the STM Grace (20L vs. 21L), while the STM Grace is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 1.03kg). For carry-on flexibility, the STM Grace fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Deuter XV 3 SL; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Grace is the better call.