ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) vs Stubble & Co Hybrid Backpack 30L
The ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) is 30L and 1.5kg3.3lb; the Stubble & Co Hybrid Backpack 30L is 30L and 1.5kg3.3lb. They weigh the same. The ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) costs $51 less. The ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Stubble & Co Hybrid Backpack 30L fits 31; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) | Stubble & Co Hybrid Backpack 30L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199Best | $250 |
| 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 | 50×32×22.1cm19.5×12.5×8.5in |
| Laptop | 16" | 17"Best |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | 1 |
| Compression straps | 0 | n/a |
| Opening | Clamshell | Clamshell, Clamshell with expandable front section |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 2 years |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| 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) | 900D recycled PET and recycled TPU, 210D recycled nylon lining, water-resistant zips, aluminium G-hooks |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | ALPAKA Traverse Backpack (30L) | Stubble & Co Hybrid Backpack 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.