Fjällräven Räven 20 vs Timbuk2 Mode Backpack
The Fjällräven Räven 20 is 20L and 0.7kg1.5lb; the Timbuk2 Mode Backpack is 20L and 0.7kg1.5lb. They weigh the same. The Fjällräven Räven 20 costs $54 less. The Fjällräven Räven 20 fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Timbuk2 Mode Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 10 of 26.
| Spec | Fjällräven Räven 20 | Timbuk2 Mode Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $105Best | $159 |
| Volume | 20L | 20L |
| Weight | 0.7kg1.5lb | 0.7kg1.5lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27% | 38%Best |
| Dimensions | 42×34×15.5cm16.5×13.5×6in | 41×31×12cm16×12×4.5in |
| Laptop | 15" | 17"Best |
| Compartments | 2 | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 1 |
| Opening | Top-loading, top zip | n/a |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco (65% polyester, 35% cotton), 100% polyamide lining | Nylon heavy twill 70D x 210D, water-repellent PU coating; 100% recycled polyester lining |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Fjällräven Räven 20 | Timbuk2 Mode Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| JetBlue Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| WestJet | 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.