Black Ember Citadel H2 vs Evergoods Civic Travel Bag 26L
The Black Ember Citadel H2 is 25L and 1.6kg3.5lb; the Evergoods Civic Travel Bag 26L is 26L and 1.59kg3.5lb. The Evergoods Civic Travel Bag 26L is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Black Ember Citadel H2 costs $14 less. The Black Ember Citadel H2 fits the carry-on limit of 32 of 36 major airlines and the Evergoods Civic Travel Bag 26L fits 32; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Black Ember Citadel H2 | Evergoods Civic Travel Bag 26L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $285Best | $299 |
| Volume | 25L | 26L |
| Weight | 1.6kg3.5lb | 1.59kg3.5lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 89% | 89% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 50×31×21cm19.5×12×8.5in | 48.2×29.2×20.3cm19×11.5×8in |
| Laptop | 16" | 16" |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 2 |
| Opening | half zip main compartment, two front fast access pockets, top essentials pocket | Clamshell |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | Yes |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Removable | No |
| Load lifters | Yes | No |
| 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 | 420D high tenacity nylon with water repellent finish, PU-coated 420D lining; HDPE frame sheet and 7075 aluminum side stay |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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