Doughnut Navigator Duffelpack vs Exped Lightning 40
The Doughnut Navigator Duffelpack is 40L and 1.14kg2.5lb; the Exped Lightning 40 is 40L and 1.15kg2.5lb. The Doughnut Navigator Duffelpack is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Doughnut Navigator Duffelpack fits the carry-on limit of 3 of 36 major airlines and the Exped Lightning 40 fits 0; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Doughnut Navigator Duffelpack | Exped Lightning 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $239.95 |
| Volume | 40L | 40L |
| Weight | 1.14kg2.5lbBest | 1.15kg2.5lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 8%Best | 0% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 60×30×22cm23.5×12×8.5in | 65×31×23.1cm25.5×12×9in |
| Laptop | 17" | no laptop sleeve |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Opening | Panel access, U-shape front zipper gives quick access to the main compartment; full width zippered closure front and top | Roll-top, roll-top with top zip |
| Warranty | 1 year | 5 years |
| Torso length | n/a | 43.2 to 55.9cm (17 to 22in) |
| Sizes | n/a | S/M, L/XL |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | Yes | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | Yes |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Removable | No |
| Load lifters | No | Yes |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Dimension-Polyant X-Pac, 420D Cordura Nylon | 210D HMPE ripstop nylon (1,000 mm water column) and recycled 600D polyester (1,500 mm), PU coated, bluesign approved; 6061-T6 aluminum stay |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Doughnut Navigator Duffelpack | Exped Lightning 40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Singapore Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Southwest Airlines | 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.