Cotopaxi Elqui 18L Daypack vs Montane Trailblazer 18L
The Cotopaxi Elqui 18L Daypack is 18L and 0.45kg1lb; the Montane Trailblazer 18L is 18L and 0.44kg1lb. The Montane Trailblazer 18L is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Cotopaxi Elqui 18L Daypack costs $10 less. The Cotopaxi Elqui 18L Daypack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Montane Trailblazer 18L fits 36; under the seat, 7 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Cotopaxi Elqui 18L Daypack | Montane Trailblazer 18L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $90Best | $100 |
| Volume | 18L | 18L |
| Weight | 0.45kg1lb | 0.44kg1lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27% | 27% |
| Dimensions | 44.5×26.7×19.1cm17.5×10.5×7.5in | 45×24×18cm17.5×9.5×7in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 2 |
| Opening | Panel access, Front panel opening | Large main pocket with internal organisation |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Removable | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Removable | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | n/a | RAPTOR CROSS LITE 70D 100% recycled nylon with PFC-free DWR |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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