Deuter Stepout 16 vs Vertx Long Walks Pack 15L
The Deuter Stepout 16 is 16L and 0.58kg1.3lb; the Vertx Long Walks Pack 15L is 15L and 0.59kg1.3lb. The Deuter Stepout 16 is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Deuter Stepout 16 fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Vertx Long Walks Pack 15L fits 35; under the seat, 7 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Deuter Stepout 16 | Vertx Long Walks Pack 15L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $103.99 |
| Volume | 16L | 15L |
| Weight | 0.58kg1.3lbBest | 0.59kg1.3lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100%Best | 97% |
| Personal-item compliance | 27%Best | 0% |
| Dimensions | 45×26×17cm17.5×10×6.5in | 54.6×27.9×13.3cm21.5×11×5in |
| Laptop | sleeve, size not published | no laptop sleeve |
| Opening | Top-loading, Big U-shaped zipper opening at the top | Zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 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 | Removable | Removable |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 600D REC PES, 300D PES RECYCLED | Mini-ripstop nylon with water-repellent finish |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Deuter Stepout 16 | Vertx Long Walks Pack 15L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| British Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| easyJet | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Fits | Too big |
| Volaris | Personal item | 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.