Black Ember Citadel H2 vs Black Ember Citadel R3 25
The Black Ember Citadel H2 is 25L and 1.6kg3.5lb; the Black Ember Citadel R3 25 is 25L and 1.6kg3.5lb. They weigh the same. The Black Ember Citadel H2 fits the carry-on limit of 32 of 36 major airlines and the Black Ember Citadel R3 25 fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Black Ember Citadel H2 | Black Ember Citadel R3 25 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $285 | $285 |
| Volume | 25L | 25L |
| Weight | 1.6kg3.5lb | 1.6kg3.5lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 89% | 100%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 50×31×21cm19.5×12×8.5in | 50×31×18cm19.5×12×7in |
| Laptop | 16" | 16" |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | n/a |
| Opening | half zip main compartment, two front fast access pockets, top essentials pocket | quick access pocket, main compartment zip, separate padded laptop pocket |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Removable | Removable |
| Load lifters | Yes | Yes |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | EmberTex PFAS-free 1220x600D nylon 6 with bonded laser-cut Hypalon panels, 200D and 420D ripstop nylon lining, YKK Aquaguard zippers, T6 anodized aluminum hardware | EmberTex PFAS-free 1220x600D nylon 6 with bonded laser-cut Hypalon panels, 200D ripstop nylon lining, YKK Aquaguard zippers, T6 anodized aluminum hardware |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Black Ember Citadel H2 | Black Ember Citadel R3 25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Air India | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Vueling | Carry-on | 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.