Exped Torrent 20 vs Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack
The Exped Torrent 20 is 20L and 0.98kg2.2lb; the Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack is 20L and 0.97kg2.1lb. The Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Exped Torrent 20 costs $10 less. The Exped Torrent 20 fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Exped Torrent 20 | Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $169.95Best | $179.95 |
| Volume | 20L | 20L |
| Weight | 0.98kg2.2lb | 0.97kg2.1lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 27%Best |
| Dimensions | 50×26.9×17cm19.5×10.5×6.5in | 45×27.9×14.5cm17.5×11×5.5in |
| Laptop | 15" | 16"Best |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 2 |
| Opening | Roll-top | n/a |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Torso length | 41.9 to 47cm (16.5 to 18.5in) | n/a |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 840D Oxford nylon with TPU film laminate (10,000 mm water column), bluesign approved, PFAS free; EVA foam back pad | 750D recycled polyester, water resistant 1000mm, PFC-free; 150D recycled polyester lining |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Exped Torrent 20 | Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| British Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| easyJet | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Volaris | Personal item | 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.