Bellroy Lite Ready Pack 18L vs Matador 18L Packable Backpack
The Bellroy Lite Ready Pack 18L is 18L and 0.35kg0.8lb; the Matador 18L Packable Backpack is 18L and 0.3kg0.7lb. The Matador 18L Packable Backpack is 0.05kg0.1lb lighter. The Bellroy Lite Ready Pack 18L fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Matador 18L Packable Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 1 of 26.
| Spec | Bellroy Lite Ready Pack 18L | Matador 18L Packable Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $75 |
| Volume | 18L | 18L |
| Weight | 0.35kg0.8lb | 0.3kg0.7lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27%Best | 4% |
| Dimensions | 45×30×12cm17.5×12×4.5in | 46×25×19cm18×10×7.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Compartments | n/a | 1 |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | 2 |
| Opening | Panel access, drop-down front panel, quick-access top pocket | Top-loading, top zip |
| Warranty | 6 years | 2 years |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Removable |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Dura Lite Nylon (80% recycled nylon) | 100D Bluesign recycled nylon |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Bellroy Lite Ready Pack 18L | Matador 18L Packable Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Volaris | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
Add more bags to this comparison
Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.