Aer Day Pack 3 vs Aer Gym Tote 2
Aer Day Pack 3 ($185) vs Aer Gym Tote 2 ($139) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Aer Day Pack 3 | Aer Gym Tote 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $185 | $139 |
| Weight | 680g | 907g |
| Volume | 24.6L | — |
| Laptop | 16" MacBook Pro | — |
| Material | Cordura 1680D | — |
| Water Bottle | Side pocket (collapsible) | — |
| Weight | 680g | 907g (31.99 oz, Aer product page) |
| Made | Vietnam | — |
Pros & Cons
Aer Day Pack 3
- Flat-pack side pocket is clever engineering
- Dual-use gym + office versatility
- 1680D Cordura built to last years
- $185 is significant for a backpack
- No sternum strap on base model
- Muted aesthetics not for everyone
Aer Gym Tote 2
- Separate shoe compartment
- work-and-gym tote
- 907g
- $139 and 907g
Aer Gym Tote 2 is the better value at $139. If weight matters most, Aer Day Pack 3 carries lighter at 680g. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.
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