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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/df0jz4krta/the-moderne-explorer-backpack/odexfmh1ix/cotopaxi-nazca-24l/"
title: "The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs Cotopaxi Nazca 24L"
description: "The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs Cotopaxi Nazca 24L: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
source: "https://onebag.travel/compare/df0jz4krta/the-moderne-explorer-backpack/odexfmh1ix/cotopaxi-nazca-24l/"
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# The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Cotopaxi Nazca 24L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [The Moderne Explorer Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/df0jz4krta/the-moderne-explorer-backpack/)

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

![Front facing view of the The Moderne Explorer Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1618313856/carryons/The_Moderne_Explorer_Backpack_uf8bp7.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>35 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>47×35×20 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>90%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$149</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| The Moderne Explorer Backpack | Feature | Cotopaxi Nazca 24L |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside |
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>Polyester</td><td>630D nylon/cotton canvas</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Cotopaxi Nazca 24L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/odexfmh1ix/cotopaxi-nazca-24l/)

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

![Front facing view of the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1619826301/carryons/Cotopaxi_Nazca_24L_wfx0x4.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>24 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.33 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>50×27×14 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>92%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$80</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the The Moderne Explorer Backpack and Cotopaxi Nazca 24L

-   **Passport pocket:** Yes on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; No on the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L.
-   **Water bottle pockets:** 2 on the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; No on the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L.

Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, water resistant.

## Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on

We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 171 accept both. 0 accept only the The Moderne Explorer Backpack, and 3 accept only the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L.

### Only the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L fits

Air Niugini, Cayman Airways, Great Lakes Airlines.

## The Moderne Explorer Backpack vs. Cotopaxi Nazca 24L: which should you pack?

The **The Moderne Explorer Backpack** carries 11L more than the **Cotopaxi Nazca 24L** (35L vs. 24L), and the two are closely matched on weight. For carry-on flexibility, the **Cotopaxi Nazca 24L** fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the The Moderne Explorer Backpack; if you want to travel lighter, the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L is the better call.