The main difference between the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack and the Osprey Porter 46 Carry On Backpack is that the Global Companion 40L Travel Pack has Internal Compartments (Roomy main compartment with 2 separate packing compartments for maximum organization) while the Porter 46 Carry On Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Eagle Creek | Osprey |
Name | Global Companion 40L Travel Pack | Porter 46 Carry On Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 46L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.75 x 21.5 x 8 | 21.5 x 14 x 9 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 3.3 | |
Fabric | TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB | Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 5 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | April 22, 2017 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded and moisture wicking shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with safety whistle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | Adjustable hip belt | |
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 2 front, bottom, back, and zipped hip belt pockets plus 2 side pockets | 1 top, front, bottom and back zipped pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with 2 separate packing compartments for maximum organization | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Dual internal side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | No | |
Handles | Top, bottom and side haul handles | Padded top and side handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Reinforced cord loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17” | Lockable, padded laptop compartment fits up to 15" |
Organizer Pocket | Two zippered front panel pockets with mesh slip pockets, a padded electronic pocket, a key fob and a pen slot | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 44.5 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | Internal and external compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Stowaway harness and hip belt | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Padded luggage handle pass-through | ||
Base / Bottom | Durable Bi-Tech™ fabric bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ergonomically padded back panel | |
Rain Cover | Tuck-away rainfly | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads | Lockable zipper head |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment | Bottom shoe compartment |
Eagle Creek 's Global Companion 40L Travel Pack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Osprey 's Porter 46 Carry On Backpack 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 Osprey Porter 46 Carry On Backpack's capacity is 46L with a size of 21.5 x 14 x 9 inches. Constructed from Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 5 colors and patterns.
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