Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L vs. Tortuga Daypack Pro
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L
| Capacity | 20 L |
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×30×18 cm |
| Airline fit | 93% |
| Price | $90 |
Feature by feature
| Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L | Feature | Tortuga Daypack Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 2 | Opening | 0 |
| back | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 16in | Laptop | 16in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% recycled polyester | ECOPAK™ EPX70RS waterproof sailcloth |
Tortuga Daypack Pro
| Capacity | 21 L |
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 44×30×17 cm |
| Airline fit | 95% |
| Price | $125 |
Key differences between the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L and Tortuga Daypack Pro
- Opening: Rolltop on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; Other on the Tortuga Daypack Pro.
- Passport pocket: Back on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; Top on the Tortuga Daypack Pro.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; 2 on the Tortuga Daypack Pro.
- Water bottle pockets: 1, side on the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L; 2, side on the Tortuga Daypack Pro.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 175 accept both. 0 accept only the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L, and 5 accept only the Tortuga Daypack Pro.
Only the Tortuga Daypack Pro fits
Air Tahiti, American Eagle, easyJet, Gulf Air, Ravn Alaska.
Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L vs. Tortuga Daypack Pro: which should you pack?
The Tortuga Daypack Pro carries 1L more than the Craghoppers Kiwi Classic Rolltop Backpack 20L (20L vs. 21L), while the Tortuga Daypack Pro is the lighter pack at 0.5kg (vs. 0.6kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Tortuga Daypack Pro fits 95% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Tortuga Daypack Pro; if you want to travel lighter, the Tortuga Daypack Pro is the better call.