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url: "https://onebag.travel/compare/nq4z2veeni/samsonite-samsonite-roadseeker-xs/y3esqu7zg9/cabinzero-classic-28l/"
title: "Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS vs CabinZero Classic 28L"
description: "Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS vs CabinZero Classic 28L: capacity, weight, dimensions and how many airlines accept each as a carry-on, side by side."
source: "https://onebag.travel/compare/nq4z2veeni/samsonite-samsonite-roadseeker-xs/y3esqu7zg9/cabinzero-classic-28l/"
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# Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS vs. CabinZero Classic 28L

Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.

## [Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS](https://onebag.travel/carryon/nq4z2veeni/samsonite-samsonite-roadseeker-xs/)

by [Samsonite](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Samsonite)

![Front facing view of the Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1788990436/carryons/samsonite-samsonite-roadseeker-xs-nq4z2veeni.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>26 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.7 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>40×25×20 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>99%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$95</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Feature by feature

| Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS | Feature | CabinZero Classic 28L |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Storage |
| 4 | Compression | 4 |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 1 |
| front | Passport | front |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry |
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | N |
| Inside |
| 14in | Laptop | 15in |
| 3 | Main Compartments | 2 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside |
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 1, side | Water Bottle Holder | 1, side |
| N | Water Resistant | Y |

<table class="cmp-material"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2">Material</td></tr><tr><td>Polyester</td><td>600 Denier Polyester</td></tr></tbody></table>

## [CabinZero Classic 28L](https://onebag.travel/carryon/y3esqu7zg9/cabinzero-classic-28l/)

by [Cabin Zero](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Cabin Zero)

![Front facing view of the CabinZero Classic 28L](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1600641572/carryons/cabinzeroclassic_tt5xfy.webp)

<table class="table table-sm cmp-spec mt-2"><tbody><tr><td>Capacity</td><td>28 L</td></tr><tr><td>Weight</td><td>0.6 kg</td></tr><tr><td>Dimensions</td><td>39×30×20 cm</td></tr><tr><td>Airline fit</td><td>98%</td></tr><tr><td>Price</td><td>$93</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Key differences between the Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS and CabinZero Classic 28L

-   **Sternum strap:** Yes on the Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS; No on the CabinZero Classic 28L.
-   **Laptop sleeve:** 14in on the Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS; 15in on the CabinZero Classic 28L.
-   **Main compartments:** 3 on the Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS; 2 on the CabinZero Classic 28L.
-   **Water resistant:** No on the Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS; Yes on the CabinZero Classic 28L.

Both have: compression straps, passport pocket, backpack straps, 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. 186 accept both. 1 accept only the Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS, and 0 accept only the CabinZero Classic 28L.

### Only the Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS fits

Great Lakes Airlines.

## Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS vs. CabinZero Classic 28L: which should you pack?

The **CabinZero Classic 28L** carries 2L more than the **Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS** (26L vs. 28L), while the **CabinZero Classic 28L** is the lighter pack at 0.6kg (vs. 0.7kg). For carry-on flexibility, the **Samsonite Samsonite Roadseeker XS** fits 99% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the CabinZero Classic 28L; if you want to travel lighter, the CabinZero Classic 28L is the better call.