Bellroy Transit Backpack 28L vs Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus
Bellroy Transit Backpack 28L ($259) vs Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus ($199) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Bellroy Transit Backpack 28L | Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus |
|---|
| Price | $259 | $199 |
| Weight | 980g | 970g |
| Volume | 28L | — |
| Laptop | 16" | 15" |
| Opening | Clamshell | — |
| TSA-Friendly | Yes — lays flat | — |
| Weight | 980g | 2.1lb |
| Material | Recycled Fabric | Recycled venture-weave |
| Capacity | — | 24L |
Pros & Cons
Bellroy Transit Backpack 28L
- Clamshell + lay-flat for seamless TSA
- Magnetic cord organizer is genuinely clever
- 28L volume without looking large
- $259 at the high end for non-tactical bags
- Recycled fabric less abrasion resistant than Cordura
- Side laptop access awkward for some
Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus
- Clean design
- Eco materials
- Smart pockets
- Straps could be beefier
- Limited external pockets
Bellroy Classic Backpack Plus is the better value at $199. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.