Dakine Verge Backpack 32L vs Quechua NH500 Escape 32 L
The Dakine Verge Backpack 32L is 32L and 1.12kg2.5lb; the Quechua NH500 Escape 32 L is 32L and 1.1kg2.4lb. The Quechua NH500 Escape 32 L is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The Quechua NH500 Escape 32 L costs $71 less. The Dakine Verge Backpack 32L fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Quechua NH500 Escape 32 L fits 15; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Dakine Verge Backpack 32L | Quechua NH500 Escape 32 L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $161 | $90Best |
| Volume | 32L | 32L |
| Weight | 1.12kg2.5lb | 1.1kg2.4lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100%Best | 42% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 49×35×16cm19.5×14×6.5in | 50×28×25cm19.5×11×10in |
| Laptop | 16" | 17"Best |
| Compartments | n/a | 3 |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | 2 |
| Compression straps | n/a | 0 |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Removable | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 86% recycled nylon, 13% polyester, 1% nylon body; polyester and PVC lining | Polyester with polyurethane coating |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Dakine Verge Backpack 32L | Quechua NH500 Escape 32 L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Air Canada | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Air India | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| AirAsia | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Alaska Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| American Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Cebu Pacific | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Delta Air Lines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| JetBlue Airways | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Lufthansa | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Qantas | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| SAS | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Turkish Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| United Airlines | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Vietjet Air | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Vueling | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| WestJet | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Wizz Air | 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.