The main difference between the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack and the Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International Carry-On is that the Global Companion 40L Travel Pack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with safety whistle) while the Expanse Convertible International Carry-On does not.
Specs | Brand | Eagle Creek | Eagle Creek |
Name | Global Companion 40L Travel Pack | Expanse Convertible International Carry-On | |
Category | Carry On | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 30L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.75 x 21.5 x 8 | 13.75 x 21.25 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 6.2 | |
Fabric | TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB | 420D Two-Tone Poly, 300D Diamond Ripstop Poly, 500D Oxford Poly | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty | Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty | |
Rating | 4.5 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded and moisture wicking shoulder straps | 3D air mesh shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with safety whistle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 2 front, bottom, back, and zipped hip belt pockets plus 2 side pockets | Zipped top pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with 2 separate packing compartments for maximum organization | Roomy main compartment with zipped mesh pocket | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top, bottom and side haul handles | Padded top and side grab handles | |
Loops and Attachments | External lash points | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17” | |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Two zippered front panel pockets with mesh slip pockets, a padded electronic pocket, a key fob and a pen slot | ||
Wheels & Handle | Telescoping handle and dual oversized treaded wheels | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 43 linear inches carry-on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | Interior and exterior compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Hideaway shoulder straps | ||
Base / Bottom | Durable Bi-Tech™ fabric bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ergonomically padded back panel | |
Rain Cover | Tuck-away rainfly | ||
Ventilated Back | Ventilated padded back panel | ||
Anti Theft Features | Cut / Slash Proof Material | Bi-Tech™ Armor Lite material | |
Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads | Self-repairing lockable zippers | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment |
Eagle Creek 's Global Companion 40L Travel Pack 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 Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.75 x 21.5 x 8. It's made of TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB and is available in 2 colors and patterns 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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