Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L vs. Kifaru Antero
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 46×30×17 cm |
| Airline fit | 94% |
| Price | $109 |
Feature by feature
| Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L | Feature | Kifaru Antero |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 1 |
| top | Passport | top |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | removable |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 3 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 2, side |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 7.3-oz 400-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester with a PU coating and a PFC-free DWR finish | 500 Denier Cordura Lined with 400 D packcloth |
Key differences between the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L and Kifaru Antero
- Opening: Other on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L; Clamshell on the Kifaru Antero.
- Hip belt: No on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L; Removable on the Kifaru Antero.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L; No on the Kifaru Antero.
Both have: compression straps, passport pocket, 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. 175 accept both. 3 accept only the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L, and 1 accept only the Kifaru Antero.
Only the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L fits
American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska.
Only the Kifaru Antero fits
Great Lakes Airlines.
Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L vs. Kifaru Antero: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L carries 1L more than the Kifaru Antero (26L vs. 25L), while the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 1.4kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L fits 94% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L is the better call.