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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/cm89nx84je/pacsafe-vibe-28l-anti-theft-backpack/pf7vbutynt/cotopaxi-cusco-backpack-26l/"
title: "Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack vs Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L"
description: "Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack vs Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
source: "https://onebag.travel/compare/cm89nx84je/pacsafe-vibe-28l-anti-theft-backpack/pf7vbutynt/cotopaxi-cusco-backpack-26l/"
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# 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](https://onebag.travel/carryon/cm89nx84je/pacsafe-vibe-28l-anti-theft-backpack/)

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

![Front facing view of the Pacsafe Vibe 28L Anti-Theft Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1632210217/carryons/Pacsafe_Vibe_28L_bgxgeh.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>28 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.02 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>47×31×21 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>74%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$150</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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 |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>210D Nylon projection ripstop, 200D Polyester</td><td>100% repurposed 600D polyester</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/pf7vbutynt/cotopaxi-cusco-backpack-26l/)

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

![Front facing view of the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1621511060/carryons/Cotopaxi_Cusco_Backpack_26L_hu2bah.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>0.7 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>53×33×23 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>70%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$110</td></tr></tbody></table>

## 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.