The main difference between the Osprey Porter 46 Carry On Backpack and the Swissgear 1908 ScanSmart Backpack is that the Porter 46 Carry On Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap with whistle buckle) while the 1908 ScanSmart Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Osprey | Swissgear |
Name | Porter 46 Carry On Backpack | 1908 ScanSmart Backpack | |
Category | Carry On | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 46L | 31.8L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21.5 x 14 x 9 | 18.25 x 12 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 3.3 | 2.4 | |
Fabric | Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR | Polyester | |
Color | 5 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | SwissGear 10 Year Extended Limited Warranty | |
Release Date | April 22, 2017 | January 1, 2018 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Ergonomically contoured shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable hip belt | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 top, front, bottom and back zipped pocket | 2 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Large main compartment with media pocket | ||
Side Pockets | Dual internal side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | No | Yes | |
Handles | Padded top and side handles | Mesh padded grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Reinforced cord loops | D-ring clip, sunglasses hook, and thumb-ring adjusters | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Lockable, padded laptop compartment fits up to 15" | Laptop compartment fits up to 17" |
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 44.5 linear inches carry on size compliant | |
TSA Approved / Friendly | Lay-flat, ScanSmart design | ||
Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowaway harness and hip belt | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Padded luggage handle pass-through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded airflow back panel | |
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper head | |
Gym / Sports Features | Shoe Compartment | Bottom shoe compartment |
Osprey 's Porter 46 Carry On Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Swissgear 's 1908 ScanSmart Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Osprey Porter 46 Carry On Backpack has a capacity of 46L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21.5 x 14 x 9. It's made of Recycled 500D Nylon Packcloth PFC Free DWR and is available in 5 colors and patterns in comparison the Swissgear 1908 ScanSmart Backpack's capacity is 31.8L with a size of 18.25 x 12 x 8 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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