Away Slim Commuter Backpack vs Nomatic Navigator RS Pack 15L
The Away Slim Commuter Backpack is 15L and 1.04kg2.3lb; the Nomatic Navigator RS Pack 15L is 15L and 1.09kg2.4lb. The Away Slim Commuter Backpack is 0.05kg0.1lb lighter. The Nomatic Navigator RS Pack 15L costs $8.009999999999991 less. The Away Slim Commuter Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Nomatic Navigator RS Pack 15L fits 36; under the seat, 9 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Away Slim Commuter Backpack | Nomatic Navigator RS Pack 15L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $208 | $199.99Best |
| Volume | 15L | 15L |
| Expands to | n/a | 21L |
| Weight | 1.04kg2.3lbBest | 1.09kg2.4lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 35%Best | 0% |
| Dimensions | 41.9×30×15cm16.5×12×6in | 48.3×30.5×14cm19×12×5.5in |
| Laptop | 16" | 16" |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | 1 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5 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 | No | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Water-repellent nylon, recycled leather trim, metal hardware | 420D nylon ripstop with water-resistant coating |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Away Slim Commuter Backpack | Nomatic Navigator RS Pack 15L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| British Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| easyJet | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| JetBlue Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Volaris | Personal item | 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.