STM Trilogy vs. Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| STM Trilogy | Feature | Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 100% polyester | 600D Polyester |
Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×31×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 91% |
| Price | $80 |
Key differences between the STM Trilogy and Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L
- Sternum strap: No on the STM Trilogy; Yes on the Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the STM Trilogy; 1 on the Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L.
- Water resistant: Yes on the STM Trilogy; No on the Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L.
Both have: backpack straps, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 172 accept both. 6 accept only the STM Trilogy, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L.
Only the STM Trilogy fits
Air Niugini, American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
STM Trilogy vs. Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L: which should you pack?
The Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L carries 1L more than the STM Trilogy (24L vs. 25L), while the Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 0.64kg). For carry-on flexibility, the STM Trilogy fits 94% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L; if you want to travel lighter, the Kathmandu Cotingo Pack 25L is the better call.