Pacsafe EXP35 Anti-Theft Travel Backpack vs Sympl Travel Pack 35L
The Pacsafe EXP35 Anti-Theft Travel Backpack is 35L and 1.51kg3.3lb; the Sympl Travel Pack 35L is 35L and 1.47kg3.2lb. The Sympl Travel Pack 35L is 0.04kg0.1lb lighter. The Pacsafe EXP35 Anti-Theft Travel Backpack costs $9.050000000000011 less. The Pacsafe EXP35 Anti-Theft Travel Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 31 of 36 major airlines and the Sympl Travel Pack 35L fits 30; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Pacsafe EXP35 Anti-Theft Travel Backpack | Sympl Travel Pack 35L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $269.95Best | $279 |
| Volume | 35L | 35L |
| Weight | 1.51kg3.3lb | 1.47kg3.2lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 86%Best | 83% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 52.1×31×20.1cm20.5×12×8in | 50.8×34.3×22.9cm20×13.5×9in |
| Laptop | 16" | 17"Best |
| Opening | n/a | Clamshell, clamshell main compartment with top load access, expandable workstation pocket, quick access front pocket |
| Warranty | 5 years | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | Yes | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 750D recycled polyester, water resistant 1000mm, PFC-free; 150D recycled polyester lining | 100% recycled 420D CORDURA Ballistic Re/Cor nylon (Carbonate) with TPU coated lower and polycarbonate coated upper panels, lining from recycled plastic bottles, YKK AquaGuard exterior zippers, Duraflex hardware |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Pacsafe EXP35 Anti-Theft Travel Backpack | Sympl Travel Pack 35L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates | 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.