Alpha One Niner Penumbra Scout Backpack vs Gura Gear Kiboko 2.0 16L+
The Alpha One Niner Penumbra Scout Backpack is 16L and 1.3kg2.9lb; the Gura Gear Kiboko 2.0 16L+ is 16L and 1.36kg3lb. The Alpha One Niner Penumbra Scout Backpack is 0.06kg0.1lb lighter. The Alpha One Niner Penumbra Scout Backpack costs $54.94999999999999 less. The Alpha One Niner Penumbra Scout Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Gura Gear Kiboko 2.0 16L+ fits 36; under the seat, 1 and 9 of 26.
| Spec | Alpha One Niner Penumbra Scout Backpack | Gura Gear Kiboko 2.0 16L+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $145Best | $199.95 |
| Volume | 16L | 16L |
| Weight | 1.3kg2.9lbBest | 1.36kg3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 4% | 35%Best |
| Dimensions | 45.7×27.9×14cm18×11×5.5in | 42×32×15cm16.5×12.5×6in |
| Laptop | 16"Best | 14" |
| Compartments | n/a | 2 |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | 2 |
| Opening | Clamshell, full clamshell front panel, top quick access zip to laptop sleeve | Panel access, Patented butterfly access, two front panels open onto dual main compartments |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | Yes |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Removable |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | Yes |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | 1000D Cordura nylon body, 500D back panel, 210D ripstop nylon lining | X-Pac VX-21 by Dimension Polyant |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Alpha One Niner Penumbra Scout Backpack | Gura Gear Kiboko 2.0 16L+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| British Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| easyJet | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| JetBlue Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Volaris | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.