Antler Urban Core Zip Top Backpack vs Tropicfeel Waterproof Daypack
The Antler Urban Core Zip Top Backpack is 12.5L and 0.6kg1.3lb; the Tropicfeel Waterproof Daypack is 12L and 0.62kg1.4lb. The Antler Urban Core Zip Top Backpack is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The Tropicfeel Waterproof Daypack costs $86 less. The Antler Urban Core Zip Top Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Tropicfeel Waterproof Daypack fits 36; under the seat, 9 and 23 of 26.
| Spec | Antler Urban Core Zip Top Backpack | Tropicfeel Waterproof Daypack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $190 | $104Best |
| Volume | 12.5L | 12L |
| Weight | 0.6kg1.3lbBest | 0.62kg1.4lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 35% | 88%Best |
| Dimensions | 42×27.5×13.5cm16.5×11×5.5in | 40×25×10cm15.5×10×4in |
| Laptop | 14" | no laptop sleeve |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | n/a |
| Opening | Top-loading, Zip top | Roll-top |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Water-resistant 100% recycled Cordura fabric | 100% PVC |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Antler Urban Core Zip Top Backpack | Tropicfeel Waterproof Daypack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air France | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| AirAsia | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| KLM | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Lufthansa | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Ryanair | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| SAS | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Singapore Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Turkish Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| United Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Vueling | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| WestJet | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Wizz Air | 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.