Deuter UP Sydney vs Kifaru ECHO
The Deuter UP Sydney is 22L and 0.88kg1.9lb; the Kifaru ECHO is 21.79L and 0.88kg1.9lb. They weigh the same. The Deuter UP Sydney fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Kifaru ECHO fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Deuter UP Sydney | Kifaru ECHO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $269 |
| Volume | 22L | 21.79L |
| Expands to | n/a | 29.98L |
| Weight | 0.88kg1.9lb | 0.88kg1.9lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 50×30×16cm19.5×12×6.5in | 48.3×24.1×14cm19×9.5×5.5in |
| Laptop | 15" | sleeve, size not published |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | 2 |
| Opening | Top-loading, Lid opening with magnetic fastener and aluminium hooks | Zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | 2 years | n/a |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | Insert sold separately |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Removable | No |
| Sternum strap | Removable | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 500D rPES, 300D PES RECYCLED | 500D Cordura, YKK zippers, 4-way stretch fabric, Apex spacer mesh |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
Both bags pass and fail the same airline size limits.
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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.