Exped Typhoon 25 vs Waterfly Travel Elite Lightweight Backpack 25L
The Exped Typhoon 25 is 25L and 0.48kg1.1lb; the Waterfly Travel Elite Lightweight Backpack 25L is 25L and 0.5kg1.1lb. The Exped Typhoon 25 is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The Waterfly Travel Elite Lightweight Backpack 25L costs $78.96000000000001 less. The Exped Typhoon 25 fits the carry-on limit of 31 of 36 major airlines and the Waterfly Travel Elite Lightweight Backpack 25L fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Exped Typhoon 25 | Waterfly Travel Elite Lightweight Backpack 25L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $109.95 | $30.99Best |
| Volume | 25L | 25L |
| Weight | 0.48kg1.1lbBest | 0.5kg1.1lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 86% | 100%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 48.3×27.9×22.9cm19×11×9in | 49.8×30×18.8cm19.5×12×7.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Opening | Roll-top | Zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | 5 years | 10 years |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | Yes |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Removable | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Recycled 210D Robic HD ripstop nylon (1,500 mm water column), bluesign approved; recycled 150D PU-coated polyester lining; recycled Air Mesh backpad | Nylon, polyester lining |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Exped Typhoon 25 | Waterfly Travel Elite Lightweight Backpack 25L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Air India | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Vueling | 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.