Fjallraven Kanken 16L vs. CabinZero Classic 28L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Fjallraven Kanken 16L
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 36×28×12 cm |
| Airline fit | 99% |
| Price | $90 |
Feature by feature
| Fjallraven Kanken 16L | Feature | CabinZero Classic 28L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| Vinylon F: 100% vinylal | 600 Denier Polyester |
CabinZero Classic 28L
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 39×30×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 98% |
| Price | $93 |
Key differences between the Fjallraven Kanken 16L and CabinZero Classic 28L
- Compression straps: No on the Fjallraven Kanken 16L; 4 on the CabinZero Classic 28L.
- Laptop sleeve: No on the Fjallraven Kanken 16L; 15in on the CabinZero Classic 28L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Fjallraven Kanken 16L; 1, side on the CabinZero Classic 28L.
Both have: passport pocket, backpack straps, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 186 accept both. 1 accept only the Fjallraven Kanken 16L, and 0 accept only the CabinZero Classic 28L.
Only the Fjallraven Kanken 16L fits
Great Lakes Airlines.
Fjallraven Kanken 16L vs. CabinZero Classic 28L: which should you pack?
The CabinZero Classic 28L carries 12L more than the Fjallraven Kanken 16L (16L vs. 28L), while the Fjallraven Kanken 16L is the lighter pack at 0.3kg (vs. 0.6kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Fjallraven Kanken 16L fits 99% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the CabinZero Classic 28L; if you want to travel lighter, the Fjallraven Kanken 16L is the better call.