Lo & Sons Rowledge vs Tropicfeel Hive Backpack
The Lo & Sons Rowledge is 21L and 1.45kg3.2lb; the Tropicfeel Hive Backpack is 22L and 1.5kg3.3lb. The Lo & Sons Rowledge is 0.05kg0.1lb lighter. The Lo & Sons Rowledge costs $55 less. The Lo & Sons Rowledge fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Tropicfeel Hive Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 8 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Lo & Sons Rowledge | Tropicfeel Hive Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $194Best | $249 |
| Volume | 21L | 22L |
| Expands to | n/a | 32L |
| Weight | 1.45kg3.2lbBest | 1.5kg3.3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 31%Best | 0% |
| Dimensions | 41.9×29.2×17.1cm16.5×11.5×6.5in | 49×30×17cm19.5×12×6.5in |
| Laptop | 13" | 16"Best |
| Opening | n/a | Clamshell |
| Warranty | 1 year | Lifetime |
| Fit | Women's | n/a |
| Organizer | Removable | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | Removable |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Water-resistant fine-weave nylon exterior, nappa leather handles and front panel, recycled poly jacquard lining, water-resistant laptop zippers | 900D coated polyester (50% recycled), water resistant |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Lo & Sons Rowledge | Tropicfeel Hive Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| British Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| easyJet | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| JetBlue Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Volaris | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
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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.