Cotopaxi Allpa 35L vs. Everyman Hideout 5-Way Commuter
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Cotopaxi Allpa 35L
| Capacity | 35 L |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 51×30×20 cm |
| Airline fit | 80% |
| Price | $200 |
Feature by feature
| Cotopaxi Allpa 35L | Feature | Everyman Hideout 5-Way Commuter |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 1 |
| Y | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| H | Backpack | H |
| R | Hip Belt | N |
| S | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside | ||
| 15 | Laptop | 15 |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 0 | Water Bottle Holder | 0 |
| Y | Water Resistant | |
| Material | |
| 1680D ballistic nylon paneling | - 1680 PU Lined Ballistic |
Everyman Hideout 5-Way Commuter
| Capacity | 18 L |
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×31×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 99% |
| Price | $170 |
In the realm of carry-on backpacks, the Cotopaxi Allpa 35L and the Everyman Hideout 5-Way Commuter stand out in their own unique ways. The Allpa 35L is larger in size and light in weight; standing at 20 inches tall, with a width and depth of 30 and 51 inches respectively. It impresses with a whopping 35 liters of capacity and weighs just 1.5 pounds. It's constructed with rugged 1680D ballistic nylon paneling and includes a compartment designed for a 15-inch laptop. Interestingly, it boasts compatibility with approximately 80% of airlines.
On the other hand, the Everyman Hideout Commuter is slightly smaller but wider. It stands at 16 inches in height, sporting a width of 31 inches and a depth of 46 inches. The Hideout, though smaller, weighs less at 1.2 pounds and has a capacity of 18 liters. Made of 1680 PU lined ballistic, the Hideout is equally resilient. This Everyman backpack also features a 15-inch laptop compartment and impressively, it fits within the carry-on limitations of 99% of airlines.
Here's a brief rundown of the main differences:
- Dimensions: Allpa 35L - 20" tall, 30" wide, 51" deep vs Hideout Commuter - 16" tall, 31" wide, 46" deep
- Weight: Allpa 35L - 1.5 pounds vs Hideout Commuter - 1.2 pounds
- Capacity: Allpa 35L - 35 liters vs Hideout Commuter - 18 liters
- Airline Compatibility: Allpa 35L - 80% vs Hideout Commuter - 99%
- Material: Allpa 35L - 1680D Ballistic Nylon Paneling vs Hideout Commuter - 1680 PU Lined Ballistic
- Laptop Compartment: Both fit a 15 inch laptop
Finally, both backpacks have their own unique advantages. The Allpa 35L comes with an array of handy extras like a rain cover for added protection and straps for comfort. It also includes a collapsible mesh laundry bag, a nylon shoe bag, and a mesh water bottle sleeve - all add-ons that frequent travelers will appreciate. The Hideout, however, offers superb internal organization and includes three packing cubes to streamline your gear. Perhaps the most impressive feature is its versatility; the bag can be worn in five different ways, serving as a backpack, messenger bag, sling pack, briefcase, or clutch. Both models are raved about in user reviews and each brings a unique flair to the carry-on backpack space. It's a tough call between the two.