Exped Verglas 30 vs SwissGear Urban Tech Laptop Backpack
The Exped Verglas 30 is 30L and 1.05kg2.3lb; the SwissGear Urban Tech Laptop Backpack is 31L and 1.04kg2.3lb. The SwissGear Urban Tech Laptop Backpack is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The SwissGear Urban Tech Laptop Backpack costs $139.95 less. The Exped Verglas 30 fits the carry-on limit of 15 of 36 major airlines and the SwissGear Urban Tech Laptop Backpack fits 32; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Exped Verglas 30 | SwissGear Urban Tech Laptop Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.95 | $110Best |
| Volume | 30L | 31L |
| Weight | 1.05kg2.3lb | 1.04kg2.3lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 42% | 89%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 55.1×30×21.1cm21.5×12×8.5in | 47.6×30.5×20.3cm18.5×12×8in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | 17" |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Opening | Top-loading, top lid with spindrift collar and side zip | main zip with file pocket, padded laptop compartment, organizer compartment, hidden front pocket |
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Torso length | 45 to 51.1cm (17.5 to 20in) | n/a |
| Organizer | No | 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 | Removable | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | Recycled 210D/420D Robic HD ripstop nylon, PU coated (1,500 mm water column), OEKO-TEX 100 certified; recycled 150D polyester lining | 600D woven polyester |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Exped Verglas 30 | SwissGear Urban Tech Laptop Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.