Deuter Futura 27 vs Zefal Urban Backpack
The Deuter Futura 27 is 27L and 1.25kg2.8lb; the Zefal Urban Backpack is 27L and 1.18kg2.6lb. The Zefal Urban Backpack is 0.07kg0.2lb lighter. The Deuter Futura 27 fits the carry-on limit of 30 of 36 major airlines and the Zefal Urban Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Deuter Futura 27 | Zefal Urban Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $170 | n/a |
| Volume | 27L | 27L |
| Weight | 1.25kg2.8lb | 1.18kg2.6lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 83% | 100%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 27%Best |
| Dimensions | 52×28×23cm20.5×11×9in | 45×30×13cm17.5×12×5in |
| Laptop | n/a | 15" |
| Opening | Top-loading, Top-loader with zipper closure | Roll-top, Roll-up closure with leather straps |
| Warranty | 2 years | n/a |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | Yes | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | Yes | Yes |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | Yes | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | Yes |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | Yes |
| Material | 210D REC PA X-GRID | RPET |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Deuter Futura 27 | Zefal Urban Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Air India | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| British Airways | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| easyJet | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Ryanair | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Volaris | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Vueling | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
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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.