Hill People Gear Tarahumara vs. Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Hill People Gear Tarahumara
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 43×23×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $175 |
Feature by feature
| Hill People Gear Tarahumara | Feature | Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 4 |
| back | Passport | Y |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| removable | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 16in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | Y |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 500d Cordura | 210D Nylon diamond ripstop, 200D Polyester |
Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack
| Capacity | 25 L |
| Weight | 1.32 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×31×24 cm |
| Airline fit | 41% |
| Price | $200 |
Key differences between the Hill People Gear Tarahumara and Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack.
- Opening: Other on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Top zip on the Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack.
- Hip belt: Removable on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 16in on the Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack.
- Rain cover: No on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; Yes on the Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Hill People Gear Tarahumara; 1 on the Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 77 accept both. 104 accept only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara, and 0 accept only the Pacsafe Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack.
Only the Hill People Gear Tarahumara fits
Air Asia, Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air China, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Niugini, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, CommutAir, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Flair Air, flybe, Garuda Indonesia, Great Lakes Airlines, Gulf Air, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Icelandair, InselAir, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kulula, Liat Airlines, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Pakistan International, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tiger Airways, Trans States, TUI, Turkish Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Volotea, WestJet, Xiamen.
In evaluating the ideal carry-on bag, there are two solid contenders in the market: the Tarahumara from Hill People Gear and the Camsafe X25 Anti-Theft Camera Backpack from Pacsafe. Augustly durable, yet surprisingly lightweight, these two backpacks possess individual potential to remedy almost any road warrior's or frequent flyer's dilemma in terms of carry-on backpack specifications.
The Tarahumara is a marvel of engineering and design. Standing 44 inches tall, it's an impressive piece of luggage that hardly weighs on one's back with its modest weight of 0.7 pounds. With its made-to-last 500D Cordura that resists wear and tear, and its 16 liters of capacity, it can securely store your essentials for a day outdoors. The Tarahumara unfortunately falls short in its laptop compatibility, unable to snuggly fit even a small notebook. However, its compatibility with 100% of airlines ensures you'll never worry about size restrictions ever again.
On the other side of the equation is the Camsafe X25, a photographer's reliable companion. Donning a sleeker 24 inch height build, it does weigh a bit heavier at 1.32 pounds. But what it compensates for in weight, it makes up for in space. With a whopping 25 liters of capacity and a 16 inch laptop compartment, it can acurrately be depicted as a carry-all master. Its compatibility, however, could stir up a fuss, being accepted by merely 49% of airlines.
✏️Comparison Bullet Points:
- Weight: Tarahumara (0.7 pounds) vs Camsafe X25 (1.32 pounds)
- Size (height): Tarahumara (44 inches) vs Camsafe X25 (24 inches)
- Capacity: Tarahumara (16 liters) vs Camsafe X25 (25 liters)
- Laptop compartment: Tarahumara (0 inch laptop) vs Camsafe X25 (16 inch laptop)
- Material: Tarahumara (500D Cordura) vs Camsafe X25 (210D Nylon diamond ripstop, 200D Polyester)
- Airline compatibility: Tarahumara (100%) vs Camsafe X25 (49%)
The Hill People Gear Tarahumara seals its appeal with unrivaled accessibility and durability, topped with optimal airline compatibility. The Pacsafe Camsafe X25, meanwhile, woos with its anti-theft features, a sleek aesthetic, functional organization for camera gear, and a durable build. Both bags have their dedicated users and charms. Selecting between the two comes down to personal preference between security and space versus snuggly lightness and airplane compatibility. The choice is a tough one indeed.