Thule Subterra Backpack 34L vs NOMATIC Travel Pack

The main difference between the Thule Subterra Backpack 34L and the NOMATIC Travel Pack is that the Subterra Backpack 34L has Back Panel (Padded back panel) while the Travel Pack does not.

Thule Subterra Backpack 34L F View
NOMATIC Travel Pack Frontside View
Specs Brand Thule NOMATIC
Name Subterra Backpack 34L Travel Pack
Category Carry On Carry On
Sub Category Travel Travel
Capacity (L) 34L 30L
Dimensions (in) 9.1 x 12.2 x 20.5 8.5 x 12 x 9.5
Weight (lb) 2.8 4
Fabric 800D Nylon
Color Black Black
Warranty Thule Guarantee NOMATIC Lifetime Warranty
Release Date February 3, 2017 ‎November 7, 2017
Rating 4.8 4.6
Price Under $175 Under $275
General Features Shoulder Straps Breathable perforated EVA shoulder straps Padded shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Waist strap
Zippers YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Roll top and side zipped access Clamshell
External Pockets 1 large front and 1 zipped side pocket 1 large front pocket, top pocket, back hidden pockets, and 2 magnetic side pockets
Internal Compartments Interior sleeve and removable packing cube to organize clothes Roomy main compartment with internal sleeve and mesh divider
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 Padded top and side handles
Loops and Attachments Retractable key leash
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Laptop compartment fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet pocket Tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant Carry on size
TSA Approved / Friendly TSA ready laptop sleeve
Expandable Expandable from 20L to 30L
Stowable Straps Tuck-away backpack straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass through Roller bag sleeve
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Anti Theft Features RFID Blocking RFID lockable security pocket
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Internal sleeve can be used to store shoes

You're currently comparing the Subterra Backpack 34L by Thule against the Travel Pack by NOMATIC.


Thule 's Subterra Backpack 34L is a Carry On backpack with Travel features while NOMATIC's 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 NOMATIC Travel Pack's capacity is 30L with a size of 8.5 x 12 x 9.5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 4 pounds and is available in Black.