The main difference between the Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack and the NOMATIC 40L Travel Bag is that the Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the 40L Travel Bag does not.
Specs | Brand | Patagonia | NOMATIC |
Name | Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack | 40L Travel Bag | |
Category | Carry On | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 20 x 12 x 7 | 9 x 2 x 14 | |
Weight (lb) | 2lbs 13oz | 4.1 | |
Fabric | Recycled Fabric | ||
Color | Black | Black | |
Warranty | NOMATIC Lifetime Warranty | ||
Rating | 4.5 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $300 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Adjustable waist strap | Detachable waist straps | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell opening | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 1 front zip pocket, 1 side stretch-mesh pocket, 1 laptop sleeve | 2 top pockets, bottom pocket, and side zipped pocket with organizer | |
Internal Compartments | 2 organization pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 1 side stretch-mesh pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Side grab handle | Top and back handles | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" laptops | Laptop compartment fits up to 16" |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve | ||
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | 25 linear inches carry on size compliant |
TSA Approved / Friendly | TSA ready laptop sleeve | ||
Stowable Straps | Yes | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Roller bag sleeve | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Anti Theft Features | RFID Blocking | RFID safe pocket | |
Gym / Sports Features | Laundry Pocket | Laundry bag | |
Shoe Compartment | Shoe compartment |
Patagonia's Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while NOMATIC's 40L Travel Bag is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.
The Patagonia Black Hole® Mini MLC® 30L Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2lbs 13oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20 x 12 x 7. It's made of Recycled Fabric and is available in Black in comparison the NOMATIC 40L Travel Bag's capacity is 40L with a size of 9 x 2 x 14 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4.1 pounds and is available in Black.
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