The main difference between the Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International Carry-On and the KAKA Carry On Backpack is that the Expanse Convertible International Carry-On has Main Compartment Access (Clamshell) while the Carry On Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Eagle Creek | KAKA |
Name | Expanse Convertible International Carry-On | Carry On Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 35L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.75 x 21.25 x 8 | 20.5 x 11.8 x 7.1 | |
Weight (lb) | 6.2 | 3.7 | |
Fabric | 420D Two-Tone Poly, 300D Diamond Ripstop Poly, 500D Oxford Poly | Terylene Oxford | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 5 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty | ||
Release Date | April 28, 2016 | ||
Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | 3D air mesh shoulder straps | S-shaped padded shoulder straps, and detachable single strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water and scratch resistant material | ||
Zippers | Durable zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | ||
External Pockets | Zipped top pocket | 3 zipped front pockets and 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with zipped mesh pocket | Spacious main compartment with interior sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top and side grab handles | Top, front and side handles | |
Loops and Attachments | External lash points | Hanging loops | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop compartment fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Wheels & Handle | Telescoping handle and dual oversized treaded wheels | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 43 linear inches carry-on size compliant | 39.4 linear inches carry on size compliant |
Compression Straps | Interior and exterior compression straps | External compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Hideaway shoulder straps | Stowable straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded 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 |
Eagle Creek 's Expanse Convertible International Carry-On is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while KAKA 's Carry On Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.
The Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International Carry-On has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 6.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.75 x 21.25 x 8. It's made of 420D Two-Tone Poly, 300D Diamond Ripstop Poly, 500D Oxford Poly and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the KAKA Carry On Backpack's capacity is 35L with a size of 20.5 x 11.8 x 7.1 inches. Constructed from Terylene Oxford it weighs 3.7 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.
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