Cotopaxi Batac 16L vs Cotopaxi Empacable 16L Daypack
The Cotopaxi Batac 16L is 16L and 0.3kg0.7lb; the Cotopaxi Empacable 16L Daypack is 16L and 0.23kg0.5lb. The Cotopaxi Empacable 16L Daypack is 0.07kg0.2lb lighter. The Cotopaxi Batac 16L costs $5 less. The Cotopaxi Batac 16L fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Cotopaxi Empacable 16L Daypack fits 30; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Cotopaxi Batac 16L | Cotopaxi Empacable 16L Daypack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $70Best | $75 |
| Volume | 16L | 16L |
| Weight | 0.3kg0.7lb | 0.23kg0.5lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100%Best | 83% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 48×28×10cm19×11×4in | 50.8×30.5×22.9cm20×12×9in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Compartments | 1 | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 2 |
| Compression straps | 0 | n/a |
| Opening | main zippered compartment | Top-loading, Cinch top opening |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Removable |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | ripstop nylon, repurposed deadstock | Body 100% recycled lightweight 230T nylon; lining 100% recycled polyester |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Cotopaxi Batac 16L | Cotopaxi Empacable 16L Daypack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Air India | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Vueling | Carry-on | 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.