Exped Metro 30 vs Ortlieb Commuter-Daypack 27L
The Exped Metro 30 is 28L and 0.8kg1.8lb; the Ortlieb Commuter-Daypack 27L is 27L and 0.8kg1.8lb. They weigh the same. The Exped Metro 30 costs $90.05 less. The Exped Metro 30 fits the carry-on limit of 35 of 36 major airlines and the Ortlieb Commuter-Daypack 27L fits 32; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Exped Metro 30 | Ortlieb Commuter-Daypack 27L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $119.95Best | $210 |
| Volume | 28L | 27L |
| Weight | 0.8kg1.8lb | 0.8kg1.8lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 97%Best | 89% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 52.1×29×17cm20.5×11.5×6.5in | 50×32×21cm19.5×12.5×8.5in |
| Laptop | 15" | sleeve, size not published |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 0 |
| Opening | Roll-top | Roll-top |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | Yes |
| Sternum strap | No | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | 600D ripstop polyester, PU coated (1,200 mm water column), bluesign certified, PFC free; recycled 150D polyester lining | PU-coated nylon (PS33) |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Exped Metro 30 | Ortlieb Commuter-Daypack 27L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Air India | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Vueling | 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.