Patagonia Refugio Day Pack vs. GORUCK Echo 16L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Patagonia Refugio Day Pack
by Patagonia
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×30×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
Feature by feature
| Patagonia Refugio Day Pack | Feature | GORUCK Echo 16L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 0 |
| Passport | ||
| Passthrough | ||
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | |
| N | Hip Belt | |
| Y | Sternum Strap | |
| Inside | ||
| Laptop | ||
| 1 | Main Compartments | 0 |
| Organizer | ||
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| Rain-fly | ||
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | |
| Water Resistant | ||
| Material | |
Key differences between the Patagonia Refugio Day Pack and GORUCK Echo 16L
- Opening: Top flap on the Patagonia Refugio Day Pack; Other on the GORUCK Echo 16L.
Patagonia Refugio Day Pack vs. GORUCK Echo 16L: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Refugio Day Pack carries 14L more than the GORUCK Echo 16L (30L vs. 16L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Refugio Day Pack; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Refugio Day Pack is the better call.