Thule EnRoute vs. Cotopaxi Allpa 26
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Thule EnRoute | Feature | Cotopaxi Allpa 26 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| top | Passport | front |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| N | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 100% recycled polyester 450D TPU | |
Cotopaxi Allpa 26
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×33×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 70% |
| Price | $145 |
Key differences between the Thule EnRoute and Cotopaxi Allpa 26
- Compression straps: 2 on the Thule EnRoute; No on the Cotopaxi Allpa 26.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Thule EnRoute; Front on the Cotopaxi Allpa 26.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Thule EnRoute; 4 on the Cotopaxi Allpa 26.
Both have: luggage passthrough, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, 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. 132 accept both. 7 accept only the Thule EnRoute, and 0 accept only the Cotopaxi Allpa 26.
Only the Thule EnRoute fits
Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia.
Thule EnRoute vs. Cotopaxi Allpa 26: which should you pack?
The Cotopaxi Allpa 26 carries 3L more than the Thule EnRoute (23L vs. 26L), while the Thule EnRoute is the lighter pack at 0.9kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Thule EnRoute fits 74% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Cotopaxi Allpa 26; if you want to travel lighter, the Thule EnRoute is the better call.