Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack vs Asenlin 40L Carry On Backpack

The main difference between the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack and the Asenlin 40L Carry On Backpack is that the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack has Organizer Pocket (Front pocket with organizer) while the 40L Carry On Backpack does not.

Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack Front View
Asenlin 40L Carry On Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Granite Gear Asenlin
Name Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack 40L Carry On Backpack
Category Travel Carry On
Sub Category Carry on Travel
Capacity (L) 36L 40L
Dimensions (in) 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 18.5 x 13 x 9
Weight (lb) 2.9 2.5
Fabric Polyester Polyester Oxford
Color Black 6 colors and patterns
Warranty Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date December 11, 2017 ‎March 15, 2021
Rating 4.8 4.7
Price Under $125 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Load-absorbing EVA foam padded shoulder straps Breathable elastic shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Load-stabilizing sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers Water resistant material
Zippers Explosion-proof zippers
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Clamshell
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 1 side pocket
Internal Compartments Multiple interior pockets Zipped mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Padded comfort grab handles Padded top and side handles
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop compartment fits up to 17" Padded laptop pocket fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 40.5 linear inches flight approved
Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable shoulder straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Add-a-bag pass through Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ergonomic, molded foam back panel with lumbar support

You're currently comparing the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack by Granite Gear against the 40L Carry On Backpack by Asenlin .


Granite Gear 's Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry on features while Asenlin 's 40L Carry On Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack has a capacity of 36L (liters), weighs 2.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5. It's made of Polyester and is available in Black in comparison the Asenlin 40L Carry On Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 18.5 x 13 x 9 inches. Constructed from Polyester Oxford it weighs 2.5 pounds and is available in 6 colors and patterns.