Deuter Carry On 30 vs Herschel Little America Backpack
The Deuter Carry On 30 is 30L and 1.1kg2.4lb; the Herschel Little America Backpack is 30L and 1.1kg2.4lb. They weigh the same. The Herschel Little America Backpack costs $30 less. The Deuter Carry On 30 fits the carry-on limit of 31 of 36 major airlines and the Herschel Little America Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Deuter Carry On 30 | Herschel Little America Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $170 | $140Best |
| Volume | 30L | 30L |
| Weight | 1.1kg2.4lb | 1.1kg2.4lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 86% | 100%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 52×33×22cm20.5×13×8.5in | 48.5×28.5×18cm19×11×7in |
| Laptop | 16" | 16" |
| Compartments | 2 | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Opening | Clamshell | Top-loading, Drawcord top with magnetic strap flap and side entry zipper |
| Warranty | 2 years | Lifetime |
| Torso length | 38 to 54cm (15 to 21.5in) | n/a |
| Fit | Unisex | n/a |
| 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 | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Insert sold separately |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 600D recycled polyester, 420D recycled polyamide | 100% recycled 600D polyester, 100% recycled polyester liner |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Deuter Carry On 30 | Herschel Little America Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Air India | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Qatar Airways | 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.