The main difference between the Bellroy Transit Backpack Plus and the Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact is that the Transit Backpack Plus has Sternum / Chest Straps (Removable sternum strap) while the Melbourne Backpack Compact does not.
Specs | Brand | Bellroy | Bellroy |
Name | Transit Backpack Plus | Melbourne Backpack Compact | |
Category | Carry-on | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 38L | 12L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.99 x 9.45 x 21.65 | 11.02 x 6.3 x 15.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.30 | 1.54 | |
Fabric | Made from recycled materials, and premium, environmentally certified leather. | This bag features durable, water-resistant woven fabric, made from recycled materials. | |
Color | Nightsky | Limestone | |
Warranty | 3 Years Warranty | 3 year warranty | |
Release Date | April 7, 2020 | December 13, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.6 | 3.6 | |
Price | Under $300 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Contoured adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Removable sternum strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hideaway waist belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with leather pulls | Nylon zipper with rubber pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell opening | Fold-top for easy, one-handed access | |
External Pockets | 2 external pockets | 2 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, 1 mesh pockets, 1 zipped pocket | Interior side wall pockets, and A5 document slip pocket | |
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded: 16" laptop | Padded; 13” laptop |
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 | Breathable, contoured back panel | Padded |
Bellroy 's Transit Backpack Plus is a Carry-on backpack with Travel features while Bellroy 's Melbourne Backpack Compact is a Laptop backpack with Work features.
The Bellroy Transit Backpack Plus has a capacity of 38L (liters), weighs 3.30 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.99 x 9.45 x 21.65. It's made of Made from recycled materials, and premium, environmentally certified leather. and is available in Nightsky in comparison the Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact's capacity is 12L with a size of 11.02 x 6.3 x 15.75 inches. Constructed from This bag features durable, water-resistant woven fabric, made from recycled materials. it weighs 1.54 pounds and is available in Limestone.
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