Outlander Packable Backpack vs. Cotopaxi Tasra 16L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Outlander Packable Backpack
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×27×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $20 |
Feature by feature
| Outlander Packable Backpack | Feature | Cotopaxi Tasra 16L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 13in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| N | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 100% recycled polyester | |
Cotopaxi Tasra 16L
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×27×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $85 |
Key differences between the Outlander Packable Backpack and Cotopaxi Tasra 16L
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Outlander Packable Backpack; 13in on the Cotopaxi Tasra 16L.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Outlander Packable Backpack; Yes on the Cotopaxi Tasra 16L.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, 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. 181 accept both. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Outlander Packable Backpack vs. Cotopaxi Tasra 16L: which should you pack?
The Outlander Packable Backpack carries 4L more than the Cotopaxi Tasra 16L (20L vs. 16L), while the Outlander Packable Backpack is the lighter pack at 0.5kg (vs. 0.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Outlander Packable Backpack fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Outlander Packable Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Outlander Packable Backpack is the better call.