Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack vs. Macpac Rapaki 22
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack
by Kathmandu
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 0×0×0 cm |
| Airline fit | % |
| Price | $200 |
Feature by feature
| Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack | Feature | Macpac Rapaki 22 |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| Y | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| Laptop | N | |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% Polyester | 200D Polyester, 420D Oxford Nylon |
Macpac Rapaki 22
by Macpac
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 10×10×10 cm |
| Airline fit | 100% |
| Price | $118 |
Key differences between the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack and Macpac Rapaki 22
- Hip belt: Yes on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack; Removable on the Macpac Rapaki 22.
- Rain cover: Optional on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack; No on the Macpac Rapaki 22.
- Water resistant: No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack; Yes on the Macpac Rapaki 22.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, water bottle pockets.
Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack vs. Macpac Rapaki 22: which should you pack?
The Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack carries 10L more than the Macpac Rapaki 22 (32L vs. 22L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack; if you want to travel lighter, the Macpac Rapaki 22 is the better call.