Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L vs Thule Subterra Backpack 34L

The main difference between the Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L and the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L is that the Travel Backpack 45L has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Padded stow under magnetic flaps for worry-free bag-checking) while the Subterra Backpack 34L does not.

Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L - Front View
Thule Subterra Backpack 34L F View
Specs Brand Peak Design Thule
Name Travel Backpack 45L Subterra Backpack 34L
Category Carry On Carry On
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 45L 34L
Dimensions (in) 12.99 x 4.72 x 21.06 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5
Weight (lb) 4.52 2.8
Fabric Weatherproof 100% recycled 400D nylon canvas shell 800D Nylon
Color Black Black
Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date February 3, 2017
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $300 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps & waist straps stow under magnetic flaps for worry-free bag-checking Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Stowable sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded stow under magnetic flaps for worry-free bag-checking
Water Proof / Water Resistant Rugged 900D waterproof bottom liner
Zippers Nylon zipper
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Roll top and side zipped access
External Pockets Hugely expandable side pockets, soft-lined zippered top pocket 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket
Internal Compartments Zippered mesh pockets, padded, dedicated laptop and tablet sleeves Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes
Side Pockets 2 expandable side pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles 360-degree grab handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Axial strap attachments provide all-day comfort for all body types
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant International carry-on approved
Stowable Straps Stowable hip belt, stowable sternum strap
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through for roller bag carry Luggage pass through
Base / Bottom Rugged 900D waterproof bottom liner
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded back panel
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Theft-deterrent zipper pulls
Camera Features Dividers 3 camera cubes
Other Features Other Features External carry straps stow beneath a magnetic flap

You're currently comparing the Travel Backpack 45L by Peak Design against the Subterra Backpack 34L by Thule .


Peak Design 's Travel Backpack 45L is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L has a capacity of 45L (liters), weighs 4.52 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12.99 x 4.72 x 21.06. It's made of Weatherproof 100% recycled 400D nylon canvas shell and is available in Black 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.