Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack vs. Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L
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 | Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | removable |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| Y | Hip Belt | hideable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| Laptop | 17in | |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | optional |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| N | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 100% Polyester | 100% Nylon & 100% Polyester |
Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L
by Kathmandu
| Capacity | 48 L |
| Weight | 1.65 kg |
| Dimensions | 66×34×29 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $330 |
Key differences between the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack and Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L
- Compression straps: No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack; Removable on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
- Opening: Top zip on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack; Clamshell on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack; Hideable on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
- Hip belt: Yes on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack; Hideable on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack; 1 on the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L.
Both have: sternum strap, rain cover.
Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack vs. Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L: which should you pack?
The Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L carries 16L more than the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Women's Pack (32L vs. 48L), and the two are closely matched on weight. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L; if you want to travel lighter, the Kathmandu Litehaul Pack 48L is the better call.