NOMATIC® ALTERNATIVE
With all the work and travel bag choices out there, it can be overwhelming to sift through the universe of possible alternatives to Nomatic®. To help make the process easier, the chart below compares Nomatic® 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)
Nomatic® Backpack Alternatives
Accurate as of 02/27/2023
Brand Name
KNACK®
KNACK®
Nomatic®
Nomatic®
$225
$295
$279.99
$299.99
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
19"H x 13"W x 5.75"D
18.5"H x 12"W x 6"D
EXTERIOR DIMENSION - EXPANDED
19"H x 12"W x 9.5"D
19"H x 12"W x 9"D
19"H x 13"W x 7.75"D
18.5"H x 12"W x 9.5"D
CAPACITY UNEXPANDED
27L
24L
20L
20L
CAPACITY EXPANDED
39L
35L
24L
30L
WEIGHT
2 lbs. 11oz
3 lbs
4 lbs
4 lbs. 2.6 oz.
Expansion Function
360° Full Perimeter Expansion Zipper
360° Full Perimeter Expansion Zipper
3 Side Perimeter Expansion Zipper
360° Full Perimeter Expansion Zipper
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
Water-Resistant Tarpaulin Composed of 75% Polyester and 25% Nylon
Water-Resistant Tarpaulin Composed of 75% Polyester and 25% Nylon
LINING MATERIAL
150 Denier Anti-Microbial Nylon with Water and Satin Resistant Treatment
150 Denier Anti-Microbial Nylon with Water and Satin Resistant Treatment
Polyester Lining
Polyester Lining
COMPARTMENTS
Main Everyday Compartment
Front Organization Pocket
Front Organization Compartment
Hidden Expandable Suitcase Compartment
Front Organization Compartment
Main Everyday Compartment
Front Organization Compartment
Main Everyday Compartment
Expandable Suitcase Compartment
COMPARTMENT OPENINGS
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Suitace Compartment: Book Opening
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Suitace Compartment: Book Opening
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Main Everyday Compartment: Clamshell Opening
Suitace Compartment: Book Opening
Features
LAPTOP SIZE
Up to 15.6"
Up to 15.6"
Up to 15.5"
Up to 16"
LAPTOP PROTECTION
Padded Laptop Compartment With Suspension Sling
Padded Laptop Compartment With Suspension Sling
Suspended, padded laptop compartment
Suspended, padded laptop compartment
Luggage Handle Attachment
Horizontal Trolley Sleeve
Horizontal Trolley Sleeve
Horizontal Trolley Sleeve
Horizontal Trolley Sleeve
RFID POCKET
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
STERNUM STRAP
Adjustable, Removeable
Adjustable, Removeable
Adjustable
Adjustable
Other Helpful Resources for Selecting a Work or Travel Bag
What Makes Knack Different Than Nomatic®
"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
Knack In The News
Shop Knack 2-in-1 Work and Travel Bags
Customer Favorites
We are not endorsed by, affiliated with, or sponsored by Nomatic®.
