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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/6cumg0djon/outlander-packable-backpack/d9l18s4za7/cotopaxi-tasra-16l/"
title: "Outlander Packable Backpack vs Cotopaxi Tasra 16L"
description: "Outlander Packable Backpack vs Cotopaxi Tasra 16L: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
source: "https://onebag.travel/compare/6cumg0djon/outlander-packable-backpack/d9l18s4za7/cotopaxi-tasra-16l/"
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# Outlander Packable Backpack vs. Cotopaxi Tasra 16L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Outlander Packable Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/6cumg0djon/outlander-packable-backpack/)

by [Outlander](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Outlander)

![Front facing view of the Outlander Packable Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1788990497/carryons/outlander-packable-backpack-6cumg0djon.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>20 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.5 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>43×27×18 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>96%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$20</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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 |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>100% recycled polyester</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Cotopaxi Tasra 16L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/d9l18s4za7/cotopaxi-tasra-16l/)

by [Cotopaxi](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Cotopaxi)

![Front facing view of the Cotopaxi Tasra 16L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1788990350/carryons/cotopaxi-tasra-16l-d9l18s4za7.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>16 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.5 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>43×27×14 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>96%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$85</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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.