Aer Pro Pack 24L vs. STM Good Myth Backpack 28L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Aer Pro Pack 24L | Feature | STM Good Myth Backpack 28L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 0 |
| top | Passport | N |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 840D CORDURA re/cor recycled nylon | 100% polyester |
STM Good Myth Backpack 28L
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×31×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $140 |
Key differences between the Aer Pro Pack 24L and STM Good Myth Backpack 28L
- Opening: Clamshell on the Aer Pro Pack 24L; Other on the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Aer Pro Pack 24L; No on the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Aer Pro Pack 24L; No on the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Aer Pro Pack 24L; 2 on the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 174 accept both. 0 accept only the Aer Pro Pack 24L, and 3 accept only the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L.
Only the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L fits
American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska.
Aer Pro Pack 24L vs. STM Good Myth Backpack 28L: which should you pack?
The STM Good Myth Backpack 28L carries 4L more than the Aer Pro Pack 24L (24L vs. 28L), while the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L is the lighter pack at 1.2kg (vs. 1.3kg). For carry-on flexibility, the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L fits 94% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L; if you want to travel lighter, the STM Good Myth Backpack 28L is the better call.