Herschel Retreat Backpack vs Rains Sibu Clip Front Backpack
The Herschel Retreat Backpack is 23L and 0.74kg1.6lb; the Rains Sibu Clip Front Backpack is 23L and 0.71kg1.6lb. The Rains Sibu Clip Front Backpack is 0.03kg0.1lb lighter. The Herschel Retreat Backpack costs $65 less. The Herschel Retreat Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Rains Sibu Clip Front Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 1 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Herschel Retreat Backpack | Rains Sibu Clip Front Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $120Best | $185 |
| Volume | 23L | 23L |
| Weight | 0.74kg1.6lb | 0.71kg1.6lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 4% | 27%Best |
| Dimensions | 46×28×15cm18×11×6in | 44×32×16cm17.5×12.5×6.5in |
| Laptop | 16"Best | 15" |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 2 |
| Opening | Top-loading, Drawcord top with magnetic strap flap and side entry zipper | rounded zip opening |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 2 years |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Insert sold separately | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 100% recycled 600D polyester, 100% recycled polyester liner | Technical nylon ripstop (100% PA) with waterproof TPU coating, 10,000 mm water column |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Herschel Retreat Backpack | Rains Sibu Clip Front Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| British Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| easyJet | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Volaris | 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.