The main difference between the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack and the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L is that the Global Companion 40L Travel Pack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded hip belt ) while the Subterra Backpack 34L does not.
Specs | Brand | Eagle Creek | Thule |
Name | Global Companion 40L Travel Pack | Subterra Backpack 34L | |
Category | Carry On | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | 34L | |
Dimensions (in) | 13.75 x 21.5 x 8 | 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 2.8 | |
Fabric | TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB | 800D Nylon | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty | Thule Guarantee | |
Release Date | February 3, 2017 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded and moisture wicking shoulder straps | Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with safety whistle | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Roll top and side zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 front, bottom, back, and zipped hip belt pockets plus 2 side pockets | 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Roomy main compartment with 2 separate packing compartments for maximum organization | Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top, bottom and side haul handles | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17” | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet pocket | ||
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 | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage pass through | ||
Base / Bottom | Durable Bi-Tech™ fabric bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ergonomically padded back panel | Padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Tuck-away rainfly | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads | |
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 Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L 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 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.
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