GORUCK Echo 16L vs. MEC Trail 24
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
| Capacity | 16 L |
| Weight | 0 kg |
| Dimensions | 0×0×0 cm |
| Airline fit | % |
Feature by feature
| GORUCK Echo 16L | Feature | MEC Trail 24 |
| Storage |
|
Compression |
|
| None |
Expanded Capacity |
None |
| 0 |
Opening |
0 |
|
Passport |
N |
|
Passthrough |
N |
| Carry |
|
Backpack |
|
|
Hip Belt |
|
|
Sternum Strap |
|
| Inside |
|
Laptop |
|
| 0 |
Main Compartments |
1 |
|
Organizer |
N |
| Outside |
| × |
Hard Shell |
× |
|
Rain-fly |
|
|
Water Bottle Holder |
2 |
|
Water Resistant |
Y |
| Material |
| Polyurethane-coated Polyester |
| Capacity | 24 L |
| Weight | 4.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×28×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 75% |
GORUCK Echo 16L vs. MEC Trail 24: which should you pack?
The MEC Trail 24 carries
8L more than
the GORUCK Echo 16L (16L vs. 24L),
and the two are closely matched on weight.
If you prioritise packing volume, choose the MEC Trail 24;
if you want to travel lighter, the MEC Trail 24 is the better call.