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 Water Bottle (Yes) while the Classic Backpack does not.

Bellroy Transit Backpack Front View
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) 20.47 x 5.51 x 14.96 21 x 15 x 9
Weight (lb) 2.4 2.2
Fabric Recycled Materials, Premium Leather Venture-weave Polyester & Leather
Color 2 colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Bellroy 3 Year Warranty Bellroy 3 Year Warranty
Release Date ‎September 8, 2020 ‎April 29, 2019
Rating 4.7 4.5
Price Under $250 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Comfortable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Removable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant material Water resistant material
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Normal zipped access
External Pockets Soft-lined sunglasses pocket, front pocket with key clip and side pocket 1 zipped front and top pocket
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment with several pockets Internal mesh zip pocket and padded sleeves
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle No
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Quick access laptop compartment fits up to 16”
Tablet Sleeve Padded tablet sleeve
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Meets carry-on size restrictions
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 2.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.47 x 5.51 x 14.96. It's made of Recycled Materials, Premium Leather and is available in 2 colors and patterns 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.