Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L vs. Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L
| Capacity | 34 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×32×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $160 |
Feature by feature
| Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L | Feature | Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | front |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 600D Recycled polyester, Water resistant 1000mm, PFC free | 600 Denier Polyester |
Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L
| Capacity | 42 L |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 54×35×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 87% |
| Price | $122 |
Key differences between the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L and Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L
- Passport pocket: No on the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L; Front on the Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L; Hideable on the Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L.
- Sternum strap: No on the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L; Yes on the Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L; 15in on the Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L.
Both have: compression straps, luggage passthrough, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 165 accept both. 9 accept only the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L, and 0 accept only the Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L.
Only the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L fits
Belavia, Cayman Airways, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia, WestJet.
Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L vs. Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L: which should you pack?
The Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L carries 8L more than the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L (34L vs. 42L), while the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1.2kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Cabin Zero Classic Plus 42L; if you want to travel lighter, the Pacsafe Pacsafe GO 34L is the better call.