5.11 Rush 12 2.0 vs. Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 | Feature | Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front, side | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| optional | Hip Belt | N |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 6 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 1050D nylon (MultiCam® 1000D nylon) | Custom developed 840d ballistic nylon 6 balanced woven with C0 durable water repellent finish |
Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 42×28×15 cm |
| Airline fit | 96% |
| Price | $230 |
Key differences between the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 and Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L
- Compression straps: 2 on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; No on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L.
- Passport pocket: Front, side on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; Front on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L.
- Hip belt: Optional on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; No on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L.
- Main compartments: 6 on the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; 4 on the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 179 accept both. 0 accept only the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0, and 2 accept only the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L.
Only the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L fits
Air Tahiti, Gulf Air.
5.11 Rush 12 2.0 vs. Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L: which should you pack?
The 5.11 Rush 12 2.0 carries 8L more than the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L (24L vs. 16L), while the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L is the lighter pack at 1.3kg (vs. 1.4kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L fits 96% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the 5.11 Rush 12 2.0; if you want to travel lighter, the Evergoods Civic Panel Loader 16L is the better call.