Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L vs. Chrome Rostov
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 | Chrome Rostov |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| 2 | Compression | 2 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 0 | Opening | 0 |
| top | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | removable |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| Y | Organizer | Y |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, 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 | Abrasion resistant 1050d nylon exterior 1680d ballistic nylon bottom panel |
Chrome Rostov
| Capacity | 23 L |
| Weight | 0.9 kg |
| Dimensions | 47×31×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $115 |
Key differences between the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L and Chrome Rostov
- Passport pocket: Top on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L; Front on the Chrome Rostov.
- Sternum strap: Yes on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L; Removable on the Chrome Rostov.
- Main compartments: 3 on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L; 2 on the Chrome Rostov.
- Water bottle pockets: 2, side on the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L; 1, side on the Chrome Rostov.
Both have: compression straps, backpack straps, laptop sleeve, built-in organizer, water resistant.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 174 accept both. 4 accept only the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L, and 0 accept only the Chrome Rostov.
Only the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L fits
Air Niugini, American Eagle, easyJet, Ravn Alaska.
Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L vs. Chrome Rostov: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L carries 3L more than the Chrome Rostov (26L vs. 23L), while the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 0.9kg). 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.