Deuter Vista vs. CabinZero Classic 36L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Deuter Vista | Feature | CabinZero Classic 36L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| back | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| N | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| lining: polyesterouter: waterproof polyester | |
CabinZero Classic 36L
| Capacity | 36 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×30×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 76% |
| Price | $60 |
Key differences between the Deuter Vista and CabinZero Classic 36L
- Compression straps: No on the Deuter Vista; Yes on the CabinZero Classic 36L.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Deuter Vista; No on the CabinZero Classic 36L.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Deuter Vista; 15in on the CabinZero Classic 36L.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Deuter Vista; No on the CabinZero Classic 36L.
Both have: backpack straps.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 143 accept both. 43 accept only the Deuter Vista, and 0 accept only the CabinZero Classic 36L.
Only the Deuter Vista fits
Air Baltic, Air China, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Belavia, Blue Air, Bulgaria Air, China Eastern, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, flybe, Icelandair, InselAir, Juneyao Airlines, LC Perú, Lion Air Group, Luxair, Meridiana Fly, Nordwind Airlines, Royal Brunei Airlines, Ryanair, S7, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Spring Airlines, Sun Express, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), TUI, Ukraine International, VIM Airlines (Closed), VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, Wizz Air, Xiamen.
Deuter Vista vs. CabinZero Classic 36L: which should you pack?
The CabinZero Classic 36L carries 18L more than the Deuter Vista (18L vs. 36L), while the Deuter Vista is the lighter pack at 0.5kg (vs. 0.7kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Deuter Vista fits 98% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the CabinZero Classic 36L; if you want to travel lighter, the Deuter Vista is the better call.