Yeti Ranchero 22L vs. Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Feature by feature
| Yeti Ranchero 22L | Feature | Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top |
| Y | Passthrough | Y |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| Hip Belt | N | |
| removable | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 2 | Main Compartments | 4 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| TuffSkin nylon. | 500D 100% Nylon |
Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack
| Capacity | 22 L |
| Weight | 1.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×28×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 70% |
| Price | $230 |
Key differences between the Yeti Ranchero 22L and Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack
- Compression straps: 2 on the Yeti Ranchero 22L; No on the Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack.
- Opening: Other on the Yeti Ranchero 22L; Clamshell on the Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack.
- Main compartments: 2 on the Yeti Ranchero 22L; 4 on the Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack.
Both have: passport pocket, luggage passthrough, backpack straps, sternum strap, 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. 133 accept both. 6 accept only the Yeti Ranchero 22L, and 0 accept only the Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack.
Only the Yeti Ranchero 22L fits
Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Regional Express, Royal Jordanian, Virgin Australia.
Yeti Ranchero 22L vs. Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack: which should you pack?
The Yeti Ranchero 22L carries the same capacity as the Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack (22L vs. 22L), while the Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack is the lighter pack at 1.3kg (vs. 1.5kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Yeti Ranchero 22L fits 74% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Yeti Ranchero 22L; if you want to travel lighter, the Vertx Gamut 22L Backpack is the better call.