Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L vs. Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L
| Capacity | 30 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×31×22 cm |
| Airline fit | 72% |
| Price | $99 |
Feature by feature
| Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L | Feature | Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 630-denier 100% nylon, 200-denier 100% recycled polyester | 210D Nylon projection ripstop, 200D Polyester |
Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.02 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×31×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 74% |
| Price | $150 |
Key differences between the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L and Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack
- Passport pocket: No on the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L; Yes on the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L; 16in on the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L; 1 on the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, built-in organizer, water bottle pockets, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 137 accept both. 0 accept only the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L, and 3 accept only the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack.
Only the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack fits
Liat Airlines, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L vs. Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L carries 2L more than the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack (30L vs. 28L), while the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1.02kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack fits 74% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Chacabuco Backpack 30L is the better call.