SwissGear 1069 Laptop Backpack vs Tom Bihn Synapse 25
The SwissGear 1069 Laptop Backpack is 25L and 0.82kg1.8lb; the Tom Bihn Synapse 25 is 25L and 0.8kg1.8lb. The Tom Bihn Synapse 25 is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The SwissGear 1069 Laptop Backpack costs $169.23000000000002 less. The SwissGear 1069 Laptop Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 32 of 36 major airlines and the Tom Bihn Synapse 25 fits 30; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | SwissGear 1069 Laptop Backpack | Tom Bihn Synapse 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $95.77Best | $265 |
| Volume | 25L | 25L |
| Weight | 0.82kg1.8lb | 0.8kg1.8lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 89%Best | 83% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 45.7×29.8×20.3cm18×11.5×8in | 51×34×23cm20×13.5×9in |
| Laptop | 16" | 16" |
| Compartments | n/a | 6 |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 1 |
| Compression straps | n/a | 0 |
| Opening | main zip, laptop zip, front organizer and quick-access pockets | Panel access, half-zip |
| Warranty | 3 years | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Sternum strap | No | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | Yes |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Polyester | 420d Spectron ripstop exterior (default), 200d Halcyon interior (bluesign/OEKO-TEX certified) |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | SwissGear 1069 Laptop Backpack | Tom Bihn Synapse 25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Qatar Airways | 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.