Able Carry Max Backpack 32L vs Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC
The Able Carry Max Backpack 32L is 30L and 1.9kg4.2lb; the Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC is 28L and 2.04kg4.5lb. The Able Carry Max Backpack 32L is 0.14kg0.3lb lighter. The Able Carry Max Backpack 32L costs $177 less. The Able Carry Max Backpack 32L fits the carry-on limit of 31 of 36 major airlines and the Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC fits 35; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Able Carry Max Backpack 32L | Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $318Best | $495 |
| Volume | 30L | 28L |
| Expands to | 32L | n/a |
| Weight | 1.9kg4.2lbBest | 2.04kg4.5lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 86% | 97%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 52×32×22cm20.5×12.5×8.5in | 52.1×27.9×19.1cm20.5×11×7.5in |
| Laptop | 17" | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Compression straps | 0 | n/a |
| Opening | n/a | Clamshell, full-zip clamshell, top front admin pocket, two side pockets |
| Warranty | Lifetime | No fixed term |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | Yes |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | Yes |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | X-Pac or Cordura 210D ripstop nylon | 1000D and 500D Invista Cordura, Hypalon reinforcements, HDPE frame sheet |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Able Carry Max Backpack 32L | Triple Aught Design FAST Pack EDC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Air India | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Vueling | 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.