Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack vs. Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley
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 | Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| Y | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | hideable |
| Y | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | optional |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 100% Polyester | Polyester, Nylon |
Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley
| Capacity | 70 L |
| Weight | 3.42 kg |
| Dimensions | 79×40×34 cm |
| Airline fit | 1% |
| Price | $300 |
Key differences between the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack and Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack; Hideable on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack; No on the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
Both have: compression straps, hip belt, rain cover.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 1 accept both. 26 accept only the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack, and 0 accept only the Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley.
Only the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack fits
Adria Airways, Air Europa, Air Koryo, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Azul Linhas, Caribbean Airlines, China Southern, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Hainan Airlines, Island Air, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Royal Air Morocco, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, SpiceJet, Sun Country, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, Ural Airlines, Virgin America.
Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack vs. Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley: which should you pack?
The Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley carries 42L more than the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack (28L vs. 70L), while the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack is the lighter pack at 0.906kg (vs. 3.42kg). 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 Kathmandu Hybrid 70L Trolley; if you want to travel lighter, the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack is the better call.