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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/e5jbqbef7p/patagonia-refugio-backpack-28l/jp7b4knfwi/dsptch-utility-ruck/"
title: "Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L vs DSPTCH Utility Ruck"
description: "Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L vs DSPTCH Utility Ruck: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
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# Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L vs. DSPTCH Utility Ruck

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

## [Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/e5jbqbef7p/patagonia-refugio-backpack-28l/)

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

![Front facing view of the Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1632926776/carryons/Patagonia_Refugio_Backpack_28L_dfcon0.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>0.666 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>49×31×21 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>73%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$89</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L | Feature | DSPTCH Utility Ruck |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 3 |
| N | 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 | 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>630-denier 100% nylon, 450-denier 100% polyester (56% recycled) ripstop</td><td>410D Nylon Packcloth with DWR coating</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [DSPTCH Utility Ruck](https://onebag.travel/carryon/jp7b4knfwi/dsptch-utility-ruck/)

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

![Front facing view of the DSPTCH Utility Ruck](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1621835637/carryons/DSPTCH_Utility_Ruck_s37h3x.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>1.4 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>44×31×21 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>76%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$204</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L and DSPTCH Utility Ruck

-   **Opening:** Top zip on the Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L; Top flap on the DSPTCH Utility Ruck.
-   **Built-in organizer:** No on the Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L; Yes on the DSPTCH Utility Ruck.

Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, 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. 138 accept both. 0 accept only the Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L, and 5 accept only the DSPTCH Utility Ruck.

### Only the DSPTCH Utility Ruck fits

American Eagle, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.

## Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L vs. DSPTCH Utility Ruck: which should you pack?

The **Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L** carries the same capacity as the **DSPTCH Utility Ruck** (28L vs. 28L), while the **Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L** is the lighter pack at 0.666kg (vs. 1.4kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **DSPTCH Utility Ruck** fits 76% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Refugio Backpack 28L is the better call.