Exped Ridgeline 55 vs Osprey Fairview 55
The Exped Ridgeline 55 is 55L and 2.03kg4.5lb; the Osprey Fairview 55 is 55L and 1.85kg4.1lb. The Osprey Fairview 55 is 0.18kg0.4lb lighter. The Osprey Fairview 55 costs $59.94999999999999 less. The Exped Ridgeline 55 fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Osprey Fairview 55 fits 3; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Exped Ridgeline 55 | Osprey Fairview 55 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299.95 | $240Best |
| Volume | 55L | 55L |
| Weight | 2.03kg4.5lb | 1.85kg4.1lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 8%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 78×32×30cm30.5×12.5×12in | 61×36×18cm24×14×7in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | 16" |
| Compression straps | n/a | 2 |
| Opening | Roll-top, roll-top plus large front opening | Panel access, front panel |
| Warranty | 5 years | Lifetime |
| Torso length | 43.2 to 55.9cm (17 to 22in) | 38 to 48cm (15 to 19in) |
| Sizes | S/M, L/XL | n/a |
| Fit | n/a | Women's |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | Yes | Yes |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | Yes | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | Hideable |
| 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 | Recycled 450x300D polyester and recycled 600D Oxford Cordura polyester, PU coated (1,500 mm water column), bluesign approved; recycled 150D lining | bluesign-approved 100% recycled 210D nylon with PFAS-free DWR |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Exped Ridgeline 55 | Osprey Fairview 55 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Singapore Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Southwest Airlines | 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.