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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/aadsmy0kz3/cabin-zero-classic-cabin-backpack-36l/qj599453br/goruck-gr2-26/"
title: "Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L vs GORUCK GR2 26"
description: "Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L vs GORUCK GR2 26: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
source: "https://onebag.travel/compare/aadsmy0kz3/cabin-zero-classic-cabin-backpack-36l/qj599453br/goruck-gr2-26/"
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# 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](https://onebag.travel/carryon/aadsmy0kz3/cabin-zero-classic-cabin-backpack-36l/)

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

![Front facing view of the Cabin Zero Classic Cabin Backpack 36L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1788990314/carryons/cabin-zero-classic-cabin-backpack-36l-aadsmy0kz3.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>36 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.7 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>45×31×20 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>95%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$100</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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 |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>600 Denier Polyester</td><td>1000D Cordura w/ 210D Back Panel</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [GORUCK GR2 26](https://onebag.travel/carryon/qj599453br/goruck-gr2-26/)

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

![Front facing view of the GORUCK GR2 26](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1625712745/carryons/GoRuck_GR2_40_tf3mtl.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>26 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.8 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>46×32×18 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>94%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$375</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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.