Monos Expandable Carry-On Pro vs Timbuk2 FreeStyle Carry-On
The Monos Expandable Carry-On Pro is 36L and 4.04kg8.9lb; the Timbuk2 FreeStyle Carry-On is 36.5L and 3.76kg8.3lb. The Timbuk2 FreeStyle Carry-On is 0.28kg0.6lb lighter. The Timbuk2 FreeStyle Carry-On costs $40 less. The Monos Expandable Carry-On Pro fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Timbuk2 FreeStyle Carry-On fits 4; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Monos Expandable Carry-On Pro | Timbuk2 FreeStyle Carry-On |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $365 | $325Best |
| Volume | 36L | 36.5L |
| Expands to | 41L | 43L |
| Weight | 4.04kg8.9lb | 3.76kg8.3lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 11%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 55.9×35.6×25.4cm22×14×10in | 55.5×35.6×24.9cm22×14×10in |
| Laptop | 16" | no laptop sleeve |
| Warranty | n/a | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | 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 | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Partially recycled polycarbonate hard shell, 1260D nylon expansion gusset, 100% recycled polyester lining, ultra-microfibre vegan leather details, YKK zippers | 100% virgin polycarbonate shell, 100% recycled woven antimicrobial lining |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Monos Expandable Carry-On Pro | Timbuk2 FreeStyle Carry-On |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| easyJet | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Frontier Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Southwest Airlines | 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.