The main difference between the Bellroy Transit Backpack Plus and the Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International Carry-On is that the Transit Backpack Plus has Sternum / Chest Straps (Removable sternum strap) while the Expanse Convertible International Carry-On does not.
Specs | Brand | Bellroy | Eagle Creek |
Name | Transit Backpack Plus | Expanse Convertible International Carry-On | |
Category | Carry-on | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 38L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 12.99 x 9.45 x 21.65 | 13.75 x 21.25 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.30 | 6.2 | |
Fabric | Made from recycled materials, and premium, environmentally certified leather. | 420D Two-Tone Poly, 300D Diamond Ripstop Poly, 500D Oxford Poly | |
Color | Nightsky | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | 3 Years Warranty | Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty | |
Release Date | April 7, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $300 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | 3D air mesh shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Removable sternum strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hideaway waist belt | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with leather pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell opening | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 2 external pockets | Zipped top pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, 1 mesh pockets, 1 zipped pocket | Roomy main compartment with zipped mesh pocket | |
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Padded top and side grab handles | |
Loops and Attachments | External lash points | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded: 16" laptop | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Wheels & Handle | Telescoping handle and dual oversized treaded wheels | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | 43 linear inches carry-on size compliant |
Compression Straps | Internal compression straps | Interior and exterior compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Hideaway shoulder straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable, contoured back panel | |
Ventilated Back | Ventilated padded back panel | ||
Anti Theft Features | Cut / Slash Proof Material | Bi-Tech™ Armor Lite material | |
Lockable Zippers | Self-repairing lockable zippers |
Bellroy 's Transit Backpack Plus is a Carry-on backpack with Travel features while Eagle Creek 's Expanse Convertible International Carry-On is a Carry On backpack with Travel 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 Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International Carry-On 's capacity is 30L with a size of 13.75 x 21.25 x 8 inches. Constructed from 420D Two-Tone Poly, 300D Diamond Ripstop Poly, 500D Oxford Poly it weighs 6.2 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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