Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack vs. Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 1.04 kg |
| Dimensions | 62×29×26 cm |
| Airline fit | 3% |
| Price | $200 |
Feature by feature
| Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack | Feature | Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | Y |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 3 | Opening | 4 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| Y | Hip Belt | Y |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| N | Laptop | N |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| optional | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% Polyester | 630-denier 100% nylon, 200-denier 100% polyester |
Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L
| Capacity | 32 L |
| Weight | 1.131 kg |
| Dimensions | 63×25×16 cm |
| Airline fit | 14% |
| Price | $169 |
Key differences between the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack and Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L
- Compression straps: No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; Yes on the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L.
- Opening: Top flap on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; Top zip on the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L.
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; No on the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L.
- Rain cover: Optional on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; No on the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L.
- Water resistant: No on the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; Yes on the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L.
Both have: backpack straps, hip belt, sternum strap, water bottle pockets.
Which airlines take each bag as a carry-on
We checked both bags against the carry-on size limits of 189 airlines. 5 accept both. 0 accept only the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack, and 21 accept only the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L.
Only the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L fits
Air Europa, Air Koryo, Air Tahiti Nui, Azul Linhas, Caribbean Airlines, China Southern, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Hainan Airlines, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, Royal Air Morocco, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, SpiceJet, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, Ural Airlines.
Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack vs. Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L: which should you pack?
The Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack carries the same capacity as the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L (32L vs. 32L), while the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack is the lighter pack at 1.04kg (vs. 1.131kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Patagonia Cragsmith Pack 32L fits 14% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack; if you want to travel lighter, the Kathmandu Nowaki 32L Pack is the better call.