Black Ember Grip-Sling 09 vs Maxpedition Lunada Gearslinger
The Black Ember Grip-Sling 09 is 9L and 0.7kg1.5lb; the Maxpedition Lunada Gearslinger is 9.8L and 0.73kg1.6lb. The Black Ember Grip-Sling 09 is 0.03kg0.1lb lighter. The Black Ember Grip-Sling 09 costs $12.990000000000009 less. The Black Ember Grip-Sling 09 fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Maxpedition Lunada Gearslinger fits 36; under the seat, 22 and 22 of 26.
| Spec | Black Ember Grip-Sling 09 | Maxpedition Lunada Gearslinger |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $155Best | $167.99 |
| Volume | 9L | 9.8L |
| Weight | 0.7kg1.5lbBest | 0.73kg1.6lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 85% | 85% |
| Dimensions | 25×33×13cm10×13×5in | 30.5×21.6×12.7cm12×8.5×5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Opening | main zip, fast access and quick access pockets | Zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| 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 | Yes |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | Yes | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | Insert sold separately | No |
| Material | EmberTex PFAS-free 1220x600D nylon 6 with bonded laser-cut Hypalon panels, 200D ripstop nylon lining, YKK Aquaguard zippers, T6 anodized aluminum hardware | 1000D ballistic nylon, triple polyurethane coated, Teflon fabric protector |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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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.