Chrome Industries Recruit 22L Pack vs Salewa Sella Free 22L
The Chrome Industries Recruit 22L Pack is 22L and 0.76kg1.7lb; the Salewa Sella Free 22L is 22L and 0.74kg1.6lb. The Salewa Sella Free 22L is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The Chrome Industries Recruit 22L Pack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Salewa Sella Free 22L fits 35; under the seat, 1 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Chrome Industries Recruit 22L Pack | Salewa Sella Free 22L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $130 | n/a |
| Volume | 22L | 22L |
| Weight | 0.76kg1.7lb | 0.74kg1.6lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100%Best | 97% |
| Personal-item compliance | 4%Best | 0% |
| Dimensions | 45.7×27.9×15.2cm18×11×6in | 55×33×12cm21.5×13×4.5in |
| Laptop | 16" | n/a |
| Compartments | 1 | n/a |
| Opening | Dual zip main compartment | Panel access, Fully opening back panel |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 2 years |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 1050D recycled nylon and 1680D recycled ballistic nylon, 150D recycled polyester liner, PFAS free, vegan | Regen Robic Recycled Nylon 210D Ripstop, Robic® High Tenacity Nylon 330D |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Chrome Industries Recruit 22L Pack | Salewa Sella Free 22L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Qatar Airways | 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.