Black Ember Grip-Sling 12 vs Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L)
The Black Ember Grip-Sling 12 is 12L and 0.9kg2lb; the Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L) is 11L and 1.1kg2.4lb. The Black Ember Grip-Sling 12 is 0.2kg0.4lb lighter. The Black Ember Grip-Sling 12 costs $44 less. The Black Ember Grip-Sling 12 fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L) fits 36; under the seat, 20 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Black Ember Grip-Sling 12 | Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $195Best | $239 |
| Volume | 12L | 11L |
| Expands to | n/a | 23L |
| Weight | 0.9kg2lbBest | 1.1kg2.4lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 77%Best | 27% |
| Dimensions | 38×27×14cm15×10.5×5.5in | 44.5×25×10cm17.5×10×4in |
| Laptop | 14"Best | 13" |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 1 |
| Opening | magnetic flap over two fast access pockets, main zip | Roll-top, vertical roll-top front compartment, main compartment zip, easy-access front and side zip pockets |
| 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 | No | Removable |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | Yes | Hideable |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | Insert sold separately | No |
| Material | EmberTex PFAS-free 1220x600D nylon 6 with bonded laser-cut Hypalon panels, 200D ripstop nylon lining, YKK Aquaguard zippers, T6 anodized aluminum hardware | Waterproof X-Pac laminate front compartment, CORDURA re/cor recycled nylon main body, recycled orange camo ripstop lining, YKK water repellent zippers, Fidlock magnetic buckle |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Black Ember Grip-Sling 12 | Code of Bell X-PAK EVO Sling Pack (L) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Air France | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| JetBlue Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| KLM | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Lufthansa | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Ryanair | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| SAS | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Turkish Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Vueling | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| WestJet | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Wizz Air | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
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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.