Kathmandu Solus Pack 20 vs. Baggu Crescent Bag
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Kathmandu Solus Pack 20
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.42 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×28×19 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $60 |
Feature by feature
| Kathmandu Solus Pack 20 | Feature | Baggu Crescent Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | N |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 16in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| N | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 100% Polyester | Nylon |
Key differences between the Kathmandu Solus Pack 20 and Baggu Crescent Bag
- Opening: Top zip on the Kathmandu Solus Pack 20; Other on the Baggu Crescent Bag.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Kathmandu Solus Pack 20; No on the Baggu Crescent Bag.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Kathmandu Solus Pack 20; 16in on the Baggu Crescent Bag.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 172 accept both. 4 accept only the Kathmandu Solus Pack 20, and 0 accept only the Baggu Crescent Bag.
Only the Kathmandu Solus Pack 20 fits
Air Niugini, Great Lakes Airlines, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Kathmandu Solus Pack 20 vs. Baggu Crescent Bag: which should you pack?
The Baggu Crescent Bag carries 1L more than the Kathmandu Solus Pack 20 (20L vs. 21L), while the Baggu Crescent Bag is the lighter pack at 0.2kg (vs. 0.42kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Kathmandu Solus Pack 20 fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Baggu Crescent Bag; if you want to travel lighter, the Baggu Crescent Bag is the better call.