Totepack No. 2 vs. Cabin Zero Varsity 26L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Totepack No. 2 | Feature | Cabin Zero Varsity 26L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| Laptop | ||
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Organizer | N | |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| Rain-fly | N | |
| Water Bottle Holder | N | |
| Water Resistant | Y | |
| Material | |
| G-1000 HeavyDuty Eco | 600D Polyester |
Cabin Zero Varsity 26L
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.44 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×30×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 98% |
| Price | $90 |
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 179 accept both. 0 accept only the Totepack No. 2, and 7 accept only the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L.
Only the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L fits
Air Niugini, LC Perú, Lion Air Group, Spring Airlines, VivaColombia, Volaris, Wizz Air.
Totepack No. 2 vs. Cabin Zero Varsity 26L: which should you pack?
The Cabin Zero Varsity 26L carries 10L more than the Totepack No. 2 (16L vs. 26L), while the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L is the lighter pack at 0.44kg (vs. 0.75kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L fits 98% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L; if you want to travel lighter, the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L is the better call.