Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L vs. Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L
Two carry-on travel backpacks, compared spec for spec.
Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.7 kg |
| Dimensions | 53×33×23 cm |
| Airline fit | 70% |
| Price | $110 |
Feature by feature
| Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L | Feature | Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L |
|---|---|---|
| Storage | ||
| N | Compression | N |
| None | Expanded Capacity | None |
| 4 | Opening | 4 |
| 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 |
| Y | Organizer | N |
| Outside | ||
| × | Hard Shell | × |
| N | Rain-fly | N |
| 2 | Water Bottle Holder | 1 |
| Y | Water Resistant | Y |
| Material | |
| 100% repurposed 600D polyester | 65% Recycled Polyester, 35% Cotton |
Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L
| Capacity | 26 L |
| Weight | 0.78 kg |
| Dimensions | 52×29×21 cm |
| Airline fit | 71% |
| Price | $200 |
Key differences between the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L and Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L
- Built-in organizer: Yes on the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L; No on the Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L.
- Water bottle pockets: 2 on the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L; 1 on the Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L.
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. 132 accept both. 0 accept only the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L, and 2 accept only the Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L.
Only the Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L fits
Liat Airlines, Pakistan International.
Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L vs. Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L: which should you pack?
The Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L carries the same capacity as the Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L (26L vs. 26L), while the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L is the lighter pack at 0.7kg (vs. 0.78kg). For carry-on flexibility, the Kathmandu Moana Canvas Pack 26L fits 71% of the airlines we track — the higher of the two. If you prioritise packing volume, choose the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L; if you want to travel lighter, the Cotopaxi Cusco Backpack 26L is the better call.