Exped Torrent 30 vs Herschel Kaslo Backpack Tech
The Exped Torrent 30 is 30L and 1.1kg2.4lb; the Herschel Kaslo Backpack Tech is 30L and 1.1kg2.4lb. They weigh the same. The Herschel Kaslo Backpack Tech costs $29.94999999999999 less. The Exped Torrent 30 fits the carry-on limit of 15 of 36 major airlines and the Herschel Kaslo Backpack Tech fits 32; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Exped Torrent 30 | Herschel Kaslo Backpack Tech |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $189.95 | $160Best |
| Volume | 30L | 30L |
| Weight | 1.1kg2.4lb | 1.1kg2.4lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 42% | 89%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 55.1×26.9×20.1cm21.5×10.5×8in | 47×30.5×20.5cm18.5×12×8in |
| Laptop | n/a | 16" |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | n/a |
| Opening | Roll-top | n/a |
| Warranty | 5 years | Lifetime |
| Torso length | 48.3 to 52.1cm (19 to 20.5in) | n/a |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Removable |
| 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 | 100% recycled 600D polyester, 100% recycled polyester liner |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Exped Torrent 30 | Herschel Kaslo Backpack Tech |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Air France | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Allegiant Air | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Avianca | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Gol Linhas Aereas | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| IndiGo | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| KLM | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| LATAM Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Lufthansa | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| SAS | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Turkish Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Volaris | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Wizz Air | 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.