BAGSMART Dense 40L Travel Pack vs Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L
The BAGSMART Dense 40L Travel Pack is 40L and 1.6kg3.5lb; the Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L is 40L and 1.6kg3.5lb. They weigh the same. The BAGSMART Dense 40L Travel Pack costs $130.01 less. The BAGSMART Dense 40L Travel Pack fits the carry-on limit of 30 of 36 major airlines and the Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L fits 35; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | BAGSMART Dense 40L Travel Pack | Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $119.99Best | $250 |
| Volume | 40L | 40L |
| Weight | 1.6kg3.5lb | 1.6kg3.5lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 83% | 97%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 54×33×23cm21.5×13×9in | 55×35×20cm21.5×14×8in |
| Laptop | 15.6" | 16"Best |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | 1 |
| Compression straps | 2 | 0 |
| Opening | Clamshell, clamshell main compartment | Clamshell |
| Warranty | 1 year | Lifetime |
| Torso length | n/a | 48 to 53cm (19 to 21in) |
| Fit | n/a | Unisex |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | Yes | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Removable | Removable |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | Yes |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Ripstop nylon exterior; polyester interior | 630D CORDURA re/cor RN6 nylon |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | BAGSMART Dense 40L Travel Pack | Tortuga Lite Backpack 40L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Air India | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Emirates | 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.