Cotopaxi Nazca 24L vs. Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Cotopaxi Nazca 24L
| Capacity | 24 L |
| Weight | 1.33 kg |
| Dimensions | 50×27×14 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $80 |
Feature by feature
| Cotopaxi Nazca 24L | Feature | Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 1 | Opening | 3 |
| N | Passport | N |
| N | Passthrough | N |
| Carry | ||
| Y | Backpack | Y |
| N | Hip Belt | N |
| Y | Sternum Strap | Y |
| Inside | ||
| 15in | Laptop | 15in |
| 1 | Main Compartments | 1 |
| N | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| N | Water Bottle Holder | N |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 630D nylon/cotton canvas | 600-denier 100% recycled polyester, 00-denier 100% recycled polyester |
Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L
| Capacity | 28 L |
| Weight | 0.52 kg |
| Dimensions | 49×27×13 cm |
| Airline fit | 92% |
| Price | $101 |
Key differences between the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L and Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L
- Opening: Clamshell on the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L; Top flap on the Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L.
Both have: backpack straps, sternum strap, laptop sleeve, 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. Every airline that takes one takes the other.
Cotopaxi Nazca 24L vs. Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L: which should you pack?
The Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L carries 4L more than the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L (24L vs. 28L), while the Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L is the lighter pack at 0.52kg (vs. 1.33kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Cotopaxi Nazca 24L fits 92% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L; if you want to travel lighter, the Patagonia Arbor Lid Pack 28L is the better call.