REI Co-op Ruckpack 18 vs. GORUCK Echo 16L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
| Capacity | 18 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×26×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $65 |
Feature by feature
| REI Co-op Ruckpack 18 | Feature | GORUCK Echo 16L |
|---|
| Storage |
|---|
|
Compression |
|
| None |
Expanded Capacity |
None |
| 0 |
Opening |
0 |
| side |
Passport |
|
| N |
Passthrough |
|
| Carry |
|---|
|
Backpack |
|
| removable |
Hip Belt |
|
| removable |
Sternum Strap |
|
| Inside |
|---|
| 15in |
Laptop |
|
| 2 |
Main Compartments |
0 |
| Y |
Organizer |
|
| Outside |
|---|
| × |
Hard Shell |
× |
| N |
Rain-fly |
|
|
Water Bottle Holder |
|
| Y |
Water Resistant |
|
| Material |
| 210-denier nylon ripstop | |
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 0×0×0 cm |
| Airline fit | % |
REI Co-op Ruckpack 18 vs. GORUCK Echo 16L: which should you pack?
The REI Co-op Ruckpack 18 carries
2L more than
the GORUCK Echo 16L (18L vs. 16L),
and the two are closely matched on weight.
If you prioritise packing volume, choose the REI Co-op Ruckpack 18;
if you want to travel lighter, the REI Co-op Ruckpack 18 is the better call.