Osprey Fairview 55 vs Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack
The Osprey Fairview 55 is 55L and 1.85kg4.1lb; the Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack is 55L and 1.95kg4.3lb. The Osprey Fairview 55 is 0.1kg0.2lb lighter. The Osprey Fairview 55 costs $30 less. The Osprey Fairview 55 fits the carry-on limit of 3 of 36 major airlines and the Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack fits 0; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Osprey Fairview 55 | Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $240Best | $270 |
| Volume | 55L | 55L |
| Expands to | n/a | 60L |
| Weight | 1.85kg4.1lbBest | 1.95kg4.3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 8%Best | 0% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 61×36×18cm24×14×7in | 74×33×34cm29×13×13.5in |
| Laptop | 16" | n/a |
| Compression straps | 2 | 2 |
| Opening | Panel access, front panel | Top-loading, Extendable lid with internal and external pockets, U-shaped front zip and zipped lower entry |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Torso length | 38 to 48cm (15 to 19in) | n/a |
| Fit | Women's | n/a |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | Yes |
| Frame sheet | Yes | Yes |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | Yes |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Hideable | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | bluesign-approved 100% recycled 210D nylon with PFAS-free DWR | 330D Nylon Stripe Dobby with Hydroshield Coating, 600D polyester with Hydroshield coating |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Osprey Fairview 55 | Rab Exion 55L Hiking Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Singapore Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Southwest Airlines | Carry-on | 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.