Cabin Zero Varsity 26L vs. Ikea Pirving
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Cabin Zero Varsity 26L
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.44 kg |
| Dimensions | 40×30×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 98% |
| Price | $90 |
Feature by feature
| Cabin Zero Varsity 26L | Feature | Ikea Pirving |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 0 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | removable |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| Laptop | 14in | |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | N |
| Material | |
| 600D Polyester | 100% polyester |
Key differences between the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L and Ikea Pirving
- Opening: Top zip on the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L; Other on the Ikea Pirving.
- Backpack straps: Yes on the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L; Removable on the Ikea Pirving.
- Water resistant: Yes on the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L; No on the Ikea Pirving.
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. 0 accept only the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L, and 2 accept only the Ikea Pirving.
Only the Ikea Pirving fits
Great Lakes Airlines, Tianjin Airlines (E145).
Cabin Zero Varsity 26L vs. Ikea Pirving: which should you pack?
The Cabin Zero Varsity 26L carries 17L more than the Ikea Pirving (26L vs. 9L), while the Ikea Pirving is the lighter pack at 0.1kg (vs. 0.44kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Ikea Pirving fits 99% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L; if you want to travel lighter, the Ikea Pirving is the better call.