Able Carry Max Backpack 32L vs KNKG APEX Backpack Medium
The Able Carry Max Backpack 32L is 30L and 1.9kg4.2lb; the KNKG APEX Backpack Medium is 30L and 1.85kg4.1lb. The KNKG APEX Backpack Medium is 0.05kg0.1lb lighter. The KNKG APEX Backpack Medium costs $118 less. The Able Carry Max Backpack 32L fits the carry-on limit of 31 of 36 major airlines and the KNKG APEX Backpack Medium fits 32; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Able Carry Max Backpack 32L | KNKG APEX Backpack Medium |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $318 | $200Best |
| Volume | 30L | 30L |
| Expands to | 32L | 35L |
| Weight | 1.9kg4.2lb | 1.85kg4.1lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 86% | 89%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 52×32×22cm20.5×12.5×8.5in | 45×32×22cm17.5×12.5×8.5in |
| Laptop | 17"Best | 16" |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Compression straps | 0 | n/a |
| Opening | n/a | Top-loading, Top lid style opening |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 25 years |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | Yes |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | Removable |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | X-Pac or Cordura 210D ripstop nylon | 1680D ballistic nylon body, ripstop nylon lining, YKK Vislon zippers, powder-coated steel hardware |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Able Carry Max Backpack 32L | KNKG APEX Backpack Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.