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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/ifvhud9l9b/cabin-zero-varsity-26l/z7b0ovdh8l/waterfield-pro-executive-laptop-backpack/"
title: "Cabin Zero Varsity 26L vs Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack"
description: "Cabin Zero Varsity 26L vs Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
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# Cabin Zero Varsity 26L vs. Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Cabin Zero Varsity 26L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/ifvhud9l9b/cabin-zero-varsity-26l/)

by [Cabin Zero](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Cabin Zero)

![Front facing view of the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1621508359/carryons/Cabin_Zero_Varsity_26L_e4nuhf.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>26 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.44 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>40×30×16 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>98%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$90</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Cabin Zero Varsity 26L | Feature | Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| N | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside |
|  | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>600D Polyester</td><td>1050 Denier black Ballistic nylon/ Full-grain leather accents</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack](https://onebag.travel/carryon/z7b0ovdh8l/waterfield-pro-executive-laptop-backpack/)

by [Waterfield](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Waterfield)

![Front facing view of the Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1618904131/carryons/Waterfield_Pro_Executive_Laptop_Backpack_b4yvnq.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>25.5 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>1.41 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>41.91×34.29×17.78 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>93%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$350</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L and Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack

-   **Main compartments:** 1 on the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L; 2 on the Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack.

Both have: 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. 176 accept both. 10 accept only the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L, and 0 accept only the Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack.

### Only the Cabin Zero Varsity 26L fits

Air Niugini, Cayman Airways, LC Perú, Lion Air Group, Regional Express, Spring Airlines, Virgin Australia, VivaColombia, Volaris, Wizz Air.

## Cabin Zero Varsity 26L vs. Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack: which should you pack?

The **Cabin Zero Varsity 26L** carries 0.5L more than the **Waterfield Pro Executive Laptop Backpack** (26L vs. 25.5L), while the **Cabin Zero Varsity 26L** is the lighter pack at 0.44kg (vs. 1.41kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Cabin Zero Varsity 26L** fits 98% 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 Cabin Zero Varsity 26L is the better call.