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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/bu2knfaj28/calpak-terra-26l-laptop-duffel-backpack/xewzb7bwpc/able-carry-max-edc/"
title: "Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack vs Able Carry Max EDC"
description: "Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack vs Able Carry Max EDC: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
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# Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack vs. Able Carry Max EDC

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/bu2knfaj28/calpak-terra-26l-laptop-duffel-backpack/)

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

![Front facing view of the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1788990343/carryons/calpak-terra-26l-laptop-duffel-backpack-bu2knfaj28.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>1.3 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>46×30×19 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>94%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$200</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack | Feature | Able Carry Max EDC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| 4 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry |
| hideable | Backpack | Y |
|  | Hip Belt | optional |
|  | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside |
| 17in | Laptop | 17in |
| 7 | Main Compartments | 6 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>Recycled Ripstop Polyester w/ TPU Coating</td><td>Ripstop - 1.47kg / 3.2lbs X-Pac - 1.55kg / 3.4lbs</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Able Carry Max EDC](https://onebag.travel/carryon/xewzb7bwpc/able-carry-max-edc/)

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

![Front facing view of the Able Carry Max EDC](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1788990318/carryons/able-carry-max-edc-xewzb7bwpc.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>1.5 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>50×30×19 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>92%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$280</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack and Able Carry Max EDC

-   **Compression straps:** 4 on the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack; No on the Able Carry Max EDC.
-   **Passport pocket:** Front on the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack; Top on the Able Carry Max EDC.
-   **Backpack straps:** Hideable on the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack; Yes on the Able Carry Max EDC.
-   **Main compartments:** 7 on the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack; 6 on the Able Carry Max EDC.

Both have: luggage passthrough, laptop sleeve, 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. 173 accept both. 5 accept only the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack, and 0 accept only the Able Carry Max EDC.

### Only the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack fits

American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.

## Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack vs. Able Carry Max EDC: which should you pack?

The **Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack** carries the same capacity as the **Able Carry Max EDC** (26L vs. 26L), while the **Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack** is the lighter pack at 1.3kg (vs. 1.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack** fits 94% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Calpak Terra 26L Laptop Duffel Backpack is the better call.