ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) vs Nomatic Travel Duffel Bag 30L
The ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) is 30L and 1.5kg3.3lb; the Nomatic Travel Duffel Bag 30L is 30L and 1.5kg3.3lb. They weigh the same. The ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) costs $111 less. The ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Nomatic Travel Duffel Bag 30L fits 31; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) | Nomatic Travel Duffel Bag 30L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199Best | $310 |
| Volume | 30L | 30L |
| Weight | 1.5kg3.3lb | 1.5kg3.3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100%Best | 86% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 47×28×18cm18.5×11×7in | 23×48×33cm9×19×13in |
| Laptop | 16"Best | 15" |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | 1 |
| Compression straps | 0 | n/a |
| Opening | Clamshell | duffel, multi-access main compartment |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 5 years |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | Yes |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | Removable |
| Sternum strap | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Axoflux 400D ripstop nylon (X-Pac VX42/X42 version $269) | 90% Polyester / 10% Nylon, water-resistant |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) | Nomatic Travel Duffel Bag 30L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Air India | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Vueling | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
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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.