AER ALTERNATIVE
With all the work and travel bag choices out there, it can be overwhelming to sift through the universe of possible alternatives to Aer. To help make the process easier, the chart below compares Aer key features to similar best-selling competitors (this information comes from each brand’s website so you don’t have to go looking for it yourself)
AER Backpack Alternatives
Accurate as of 02/27/2023
Brand Name
KNACK
KNACK
AER
AER
$225
$295
$209
$249
PRIMARY USE
Every day + Travel
Every day + Travel
Everyday
Travel
SIZE AND WEIGHT
EXTERIOR DIMENSION - UNEXPANDED
19"H x 12"W x 4.5"D
19"H x 12"W x 4.5"D
18"H x 12"W x 7.5"D
21.5"H x 13"W x 9"D
EXTERIOR DIMENSION - EXPANDED
19"H x 12"W x 9.5"D
19"H x 12"W x 9"D
Does Not Expand
Does Not Expand
CAPACITY UNEXPANDED
27L
24L
24L
35L
CAPACITY EXPANDED
39L
35L
Does Not Expand
Does Not Expand
WEIGHT
2 lbs. 11oz
3 lbs
2 lbs. 9.6oz
3 lbs. 14.2oz
Expansion Function
360° Full Perimeter Expansion Zipper
360° Full Perimeter Expansion Zipper
None
None
Materials
EXPANDED MATERIALS
Water Resistant, 1200 Denier, Hi-Twist Polyester With Cire Coating
Water Resistant, 420 Denier, Hi-Twist Nylon with 840 Denier Ballistic Nylon Bottom With Double PU Coating
1680 Denier Cordura® Nylon in Black And Olive
1680 Denier Cordura® Nylon in Black And Olive
700 Denier Cordura® Nylon in gray
700 Denier Cordura® Nylon in gray
LINING MATERIAL
150 Denier Anti-Microbial Nylon with Water and Satin Resistant Treatment
150 Denier Anti-Microbial Nylon with Water and Satin Resistant Treatment
Soft Woven Lining
Soft Woven Lining
COMPARTMENTS
Front Organization Compartment
Main Everyday Compartment
Patent-pending Hidden, Expandable Suitcase Compartment
Front Organization Compartment
Main Everyday Compartment
Patent-pending Hidden, Expandable Suitcase Compartment
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Front Organization Pocket
Main Everyday Compartment
.
Front Organization Compartment
Main Packing Compartment
COMPARTMENT OPENINGS
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Suitcase Compartment: Book Opening
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Suitcase Compartment: Book Opening
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Features
LAPTOP SIZE
Up to 15.6"
Up to 15.6"
Up to 16"
Up to 16"
LAPTOP PROTECTION
Padded Laptop Compartment With Suspension Sling
Padded Laptop Compartment With Suspension Sling
Suspended, Padded Laptop Pocket
Suspended, Padded Laptop Pocket
Luggage Handle Attachment
Horizontal Trolley Sleeve
Horizontal Trolley Sleeve
Horizontal Trolley Strap
Horizontal Trolley Strap
RFID POCKET
Yes
Yes
No
No
WATER BOTTLE POCKET
Hidden Exterior Zip Pocket
Hidden Exterior Zip Pocket
Open Exterior Pocket
Open Exterior Pocket
LOCKABLE ZIPPER PULLERS
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
TUCK AWAY SHOULDER STRAPS
Yes
Yes
No
No
STERNUM STRAP
Adjustable, Removeable
Adjustable, Removeable
Adjustable
Adjustable
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What Makes Knack Different Than Aer
"It has room for everything I need to take it from the office, to the road, to the hotel, to the field, and back again" -Martin
- Slim and lightweight for everyday use
- Everyday compartment with tons of organization pockets
- Easy-access side laptop compartment with protective padding and sling
- Separate hidden suitcase compartment that expands when you need it
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