Bellroy Transit Backpack vs Bellroy Classic Backpack

The main difference between the Bellroy Transit Backpack and the Bellroy Classic Backpack is that the Transit Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with leather pulls) while the Classic Backpack does not.

Bellroy Classic Backpack
Specs Brand Bellroy Bellroy
Name Transit Backpack Classic Backpack
Category Carry-on Commuter
Sub Category Travel Everyday
Capacity (L) 28L 22L
Dimensions (in) 14.17 x 8.66 x 20.08 21 x 15 x 9
Weight (lb) 2.42 2.2
Fabric Baida Nylon Venture-weave Polyester & Leather
Color Ranger Green 8 colors and patterns
Warranty 3 year warranty Bellroy 3 Year Warranty
Release Date ‎May 17, 2022 ‎April 29, 2019
Rating 4.6 4.5
Price Under $250 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Comfortable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Removable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with leather pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 3 external pockets 1 zipped front and top pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Internal mesh zip pocket and padded sleeves
Side Pockets 1 side pocket No
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin
Compression Straps Internal compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Contoured back panel Contoured back panel

You're currently comparing the Transit Backpack by Bellroy against the Classic Backpack by Bellroy .


Bellroy 's Transit Backpack is a Carry-on backpack with Travel features while Bellroy 's Classic Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Bellroy Transit Backpack has a capacity of 28L (liters), weighs 2.42 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14.17 x 8.66 x 20.08. It's made of Baida Nylon and is available in Ranger Green in comparison the Bellroy Classic Backpack 's capacity is 22L with a size of 21 x 15 x 9 inches. Constructed from Venture-weave Polyester & Leather it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.