Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack vs. Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 1.02 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×31×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 74% |
| Price | $150 |
Feature by feature
| Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack | Feature | Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 210D Nylon projection ripstop, 200D Polyester | 100% repurposed 600D polyester |
Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×33×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 70% |
| Price | $110 |
Key differences between the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack and Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L
- Passport pocket: Yes on the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack; No on the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L.
- Laptop sleeve: 16in on the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack; 15in on the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, 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. 132 accept both. 8 accept only the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack, and 0 accept only the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L.
Only the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack fits
Etihad Airways, Liat Airlines, Oman Air, Pakistan International, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia.
Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack vs. Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L: which should you pack?
The Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack carries 2L more than the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L (28L vs. 26L), while the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1.02kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack fits 74% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L is the better call.