Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L vs. GORUCK GR2 26
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L
| Capacity | 36 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 45×31×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $100 |
Feature by feature
| Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L | Feature | GORUCK GR2 26 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 17in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 600 Denier Polyester | 1000D Cordura w/ 210D Back Panel |
Key differences between the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L and GORUCK GR2 26
- Compression straps: 4 on the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L; No on the GORUCK GR2 26.
- Laptop sleeve: 15in on the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L; 17in on the GORUCK GR2 26.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L; 3 on the GORUCK GR2 26.
- Water bottle pockets: 1, side on the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L; No on the GORUCK GR2 26.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 177 accept both. 2 accept only the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L, and 0 accept only the GORUCK GR2 26.
Only the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L fits
Air Tahiti, Gulf Air.
Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L vs. GORUCK GR2 26: which should you pack?
The Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L carries 10L more than the GORUCK GR2 26 (36L vs. 26L), while the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1.8kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L; if you want to travel lighter, the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L is the better call.