Dakine Campus Backpack 25L vs Rab Nitron 25L Lightweight Pack
The Dakine Campus Backpack 25L is 25L and 0.63kg1.4lb; the Rab Nitron 25L Lightweight Pack is 25L and 0.64kg1.4lb. The Dakine Campus Backpack 25L is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Dakine Campus Backpack 25L costs $55 less. The Dakine Campus Backpack 25L fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Rab Nitron 25L Lightweight Pack fits 35; under the seat, 1 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Dakine Campus Backpack 25L | Rab Nitron 25L Lightweight Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $75Best | $130 |
| Volume | 25L | 25L |
| Weight | 0.63kg1.4lbBest | 0.64kg1.4lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100%Best | 97% |
| Personal-item compliance | 4%Best | 0% |
| Dimensions | 46×29×19cm18×11.5×7.5in | 54×25×20cm21.5×10×8in |
| Laptop | sleeve, size not published | n/a |
| Opening | n/a | Zipped entry |
| Warranty | 10 years | Lifetime |
| Organizer | Yes | 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 | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 85% recycled polyester, 15% nylon body; polyester and recycled PVC lining | 100D ROBIC nylon ripstop |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Dakine Campus Backpack 25L | Rab Nitron 25L Lightweight Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Qatar Airways | 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.