REI Co-op Commuter Pack vs. Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
REI Co-op Commuter Pack
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×27×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $90 |
Feature by feature
| REI Co-op Commuter Pack | Feature | Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 0 |
| top | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% recycled oxford nylon | 7.3-oz 400-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester with a PU coating and a PFC-free DWR finish |
Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×30×17 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $109 |
Key differences between the REI Co-op Commuter Pack and Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L
- Opening: Clamshell on the REI Co-op Commuter Pack; Other on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L.
- Hip belt: Removable on the REI Co-op Commuter Pack; No on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L.
- Built-in organizer: No on the REI Co-op Commuter Pack; Yes on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L.
- Water resistant: No on the REI Co-op Commuter Pack; Yes on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L.
Both have: compression straps, passport pocket, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, water bottle pockets.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 178 accept both. 3 accept only the REI Co-op Commuter Pack, and 0 accept only the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L.
Only the REI Co-op Commuter Pack fits
Air Tahiti, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air.
REI Co-op Commuter Pack vs. Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L carries 4L more than the REI Co-op Commuter Pack (22L vs. 26L), while the REI Co-op Commuter Pack is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 0.7kg). For carry-on flexibility, the REI Co-op Commuter Pack fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L; if you want to travel lighter, the REI Co-op Commuter Pack is the better call.