Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack vs. Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0.906 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×29×28 cm |
| Airline fit | 14% |
| Price | $120 |
Feature by feature
| Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack | Feature | Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| Y | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% Polyester | 630-denier 100% nylon, 200-denier 100% polyester |
Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 1.131 kg |
| Dimensions | 63×25×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 14% |
| Price | $169 |
Key differences between the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack and Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack; No on the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L.
- Rain cover: Optional on the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack; No on the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap, 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. 26 accept both. 1 accept only the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack, and 0 accept only the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L.
Only the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack fits
Sun Country.
Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack vs. Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L carries 4L more than the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack (28L vs. 32L), while the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack is the lighter pack at 0.906kg (vs. 1.131kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack fits 14% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L; if you want to travel lighter, the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack is the better call.