Haglöfs Tight Medium vs Topo Designs Classic Teardrop Backpack
The Haglöfs Tight Medium is 20L and 0.53kg1.2lb; the Topo Designs Classic Teardrop Backpack is 20L and 0.54kg1.2lb. The Haglöfs Tight Medium is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Haglöfs Tight Medium fits the carry-on limit of 31 of 36 major airlines and the Topo Designs Classic Teardrop Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Haglöfs Tight Medium | Topo Designs Classic Teardrop Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $99 |
| Volume | 20L | 20L |
| Weight | 0.53kg1.2lbBest | 0.54kg1.2lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 86% | 100%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 50×29×23cm19.5×11.5×9in | 47×30.5×15.2cm18.5×12×6in |
| Laptop | n/a | 14" |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 1 |
| Opening | n/a | Main compartment top and side-entry zippers |
| Warranty | n/a | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| 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 | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 100% polyester 450D ripstop, bluepass® material, PFAS-free DWR | 400D recycled nylon, 1000D recycled nylon, 210D recycled nylon liner, full grain leather lash tabs |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Haglöfs Tight Medium | Topo Designs Classic Teardrop Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.