Arcido Vaga vs. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Arcido Vaga | Feature | Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | 20L |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| optional | Sternum Strap | removable |
| 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 |
| Material | |
| Kodra Nylon | 400D double poly-coated DWR-impregnated nylon canvas shell |
Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 1.55 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×29×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $220 |
Key differences between the Arcido Vaga and Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip
- Sternum strap: Optional on the Arcido Vaga; Removable on the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip.
- Built-in organizer: No on the Arcido Vaga; Yes on the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip.
Both have: backpack straps, 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. 172 accept both. 0 accept only the Arcido Vaga, and 3 accept only the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip.
Only the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip fits
Air Niugini, Regional Express, Virgin Australia.
Arcido Vaga vs. Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip: which should you pack?
The Arcido Vaga carries the same capacity as the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip (20L vs. 20L), while the Arcido Vaga is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 1.55kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Peak Design Everyday Backpack Zip fits 93% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Arcido Vaga; if you want to travel lighter, the Arcido Vaga is the better call.