Zorali Escapade Backpack vs. REI Co-op Ruckpack 30
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Zorali Escapade Backpack
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 48×28×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 75% |
| Price | $145 |
Feature by feature
| Zorali Escapade Backpack | Feature | REI Co-op Ruckpack 30 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| top | Passport | top, side |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| removable | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 4 | Main Compartments | 5 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1000D Durable Nylon Oxford Fabric | recycled nylon shell |
REI Co-op Ruckpack 30
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×27×22 cm |
| Airline fit | 73% |
| Price | $109 |
Key differences between the Zorali Escapade Backpack and REI Co-op Ruckpack 30
- Compression straps: 4 on the Zorali Escapade Backpack; No on the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30.
- Passport pocket: Top on the Zorali Escapade Backpack; Top, side on the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Zorali Escapade Backpack; Hideable on the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30.
- Main compartments: 4 on the Zorali Escapade Backpack; 5 on the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30.
- Rain cover: No on the Zorali Escapade Backpack; Yes on the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30.
- Water resistant: No on the Zorali Escapade Backpack; Yes on the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30.
Both have: hip belt, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, 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. 138 accept both. 3 accept only the Zorali Escapade Backpack, and 0 accept only the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30.
Only the Zorali Escapade Backpack fits
Liat Airlines, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Zorali Escapade Backpack vs. REI Co-op Ruckpack 30: which should you pack?
The Zorali Escapade Backpack carries the same capacity as the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30 (30L vs. 30L), while the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30 is the lighter pack at 0.8kg (vs. 0.9kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Zorali Escapade Backpack fits 75% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Zorali Escapade Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the REI Co-op Ruckpack 30 is the better call.