GORUCK GR0 16L vs SwissGear Anti-Theft USB Laptop Backpack
The GORUCK GR0 16L is 16L and 0.95kg2.1lb; the SwissGear Anti-Theft USB Laptop Backpack is 15.7L and 0.95kg2.1lb. They weigh the same. The SwissGear Anti-Theft USB Laptop Backpack costs $215 less. The GORUCK GR0 16L fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the SwissGear Anti-Theft USB Laptop Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 9 and 9 of 26.
| Spec | GORUCK GR0 16L | SwissGear Anti-Theft USB Laptop Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $295 | $80Best |
| Volume | 16L | 15.7L |
| Weight | 0.95kg2.1lb | 0.95kg2.1lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 35% | 35% |
| Dimensions | 41.9×29.2×10.8cm16.5×11.5×4.5in | 41.9×30.5×15.2cm16.5×12×6in |
| Laptop | 13" | 16"Best |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 1 |
| Opening | Clamshell, Opens flat | back-facing main zip, hidden exterior zip pocket; no exterior-facing pockets |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 3 years |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | Yes |
| MOLLE | Yes | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | X-PAC VX21 (Multicam: X-PAC X33), 400D pack cloth interior | Dobby polyester |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
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.