Bellroy Transit Backpack vs Thule Subterra Backpack 34L

The main difference between the Bellroy Transit Backpack and the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L is that the Transit Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-resistant material) while the Subterra Backpack 34L does not.

Bellroy Transit Backpack Front View
Thule Subterra Backpack 34L F View
Specs Brand Bellroy Thule
Name Transit Backpack Subterra Backpack 34L
Category Carry On Carry On
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 28L 34L
Dimensions (in) 20.47 x 5.51 x 14.96 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5
Weight (lb) 2.4 2.8
Fabric Recycled Materials, Premium Leather 800D Nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns Black
Warranty Bellroy 3 Year Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date ‎September 8, 2020 February 3, 2017
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $250 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water-resistant material
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Roll top and side zipped access
External Pockets Soft-lined sunglasses pocket, front pocket with key clip and side pocket 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket
Internal Compartments Roomy main compartment with several pockets Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Quick access laptop compartment fits up to 16” Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Meets carry-on size restrictions
Compression Straps Internal compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Contoured back panel Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Transit Backpack by Bellroy against the Subterra Backpack 34L by Thule .


Bellroy's Transit Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L is a Carry On backpack with Travel 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 Thule Subterra Backpack 34L's capacity is 34L with a size of 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 inches. Constructed from 800D Nylon it weighs 2.8 pounds and is available in Black.