The main difference between the eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack and the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack is that the Mother Lode Travel Backpack has Convertible (Yes) while the Global Companion 40L Travel Pack does not.
Specs | Brand | eBags | Eagle Creek |
Name | Mother Lode Travel Backpack | Global Companion 40L Travel Pack | |
Category | Travel | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Carry On | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 22 x 14 x 10 | 13.75 x 21.5 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.9 | 3.9 | |
Fabric | Polyester | TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB | |
Color | 6 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | eBags Limited Lifetime Warranty | Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $175 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded, adjustable shoulder straps | Padded and moisture wicking shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Removable, adjustable sternum strap | Sternum strap with safety whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 2 front, top and side zipped pockets | 2 front, bottom, back, and zipped hip belt pockets plus 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Interior zip-around mesh panel pocket | Roomy main compartment with 2 separate packing compartments for maximum organization | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top, bottom and side carry handles | Top, bottom and side haul handles | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 19" | Separate padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17” |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Two zippered front panel pockets with mesh slip pockets, a padded electronic pocket, a key fob and a pen slot | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 46 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | External compression straps | |
Stowable Straps | Stowable backpack straps | ||
Base / Bottom | Durable Bi-Tech™ fabric bottom | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable back panel | Ergonomically padded back panel |
Rain Cover | Tuck-away rainfly | ||
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads | |
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Front pocket can store shoes or dirty clothes | |
Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment |
eBags 's Mother Lode Travel Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry On features while Eagle Creek 's Global Companion 40L Travel Pack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.
The eBags Mother Lode Travel Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 3.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22 x 14 x 10. It's made of Polyester and is available in 6 colors and patterns in comparison the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack's capacity is 40L with a size of 13.75 x 21.5 x 8 inches. Constructed from TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB it weighs 3.9 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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