Thule Subterra Backpack 34L vs Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack

The main difference between the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L and the Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack is that the Subterra Backpack 34L has Tablet Sleeve (Tablet pocket) while the Global Companion 40L Travel Pack does not.

Thule Subterra Backpack 34L F View
Eagle Creek Global Companion 40L Travel Pack
Specs Brand Thule Eagle Creek
Name Subterra Backpack 34L Global Companion 40L Travel Pack
Category Carry On Carry On
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 34L 40L
Dimensions (in) 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 13.75 x 21.5 x 8
Weight (lb) 2.8 3.9
Fabric 800D Nylon TPU 600D Poly, 1680D Poly with Recycled PVB
Color Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Eagle Creek No Matter What™ Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2017
Rating 4.8 4.5
Price Under $175 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps Padded and moisture wicking shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap with safety whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt
Main Compartment Access Roll top and side zipped access Clamshell
External Pockets 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket 2 front, bottom, back, and zipped hip belt pockets plus 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes Roomy main compartment with 2 separate packing compartments for maximum organization
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top, bottom and side haul handles
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" 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 Compression Straps External compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass through
Base / Bottom Durable Bi-Tech™ fabric bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Ergonomically padded back panel
Rain Cover Tuck-away rainfly
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Lockable zipper heads
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Bottom shoe compartment

You're currently comparing the Subterra Backpack 34L by Thule against the Global Companion 40L Travel Pack by Eagle Creek .


Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while Eagle Creek 's Global Companion 40L Travel Pack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.

The Thule Subterra Backpack 34L has a capacity of 34L (liters), weighs 2.8 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5. It's made of 800D Nylon and is available in Black 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.