Gossamer Gear Vetta 20L Daypack vs Waterfly Travel Elite UltraLight Backpack 20L
The Gossamer Gear Vetta 20L Daypack is 20L and 0.41kg0.9lb; the Waterfly Travel Elite UltraLight Backpack 20L is 20L and 0.43kg0.9lb. The Gossamer Gear Vetta 20L Daypack is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The Waterfly Travel Elite UltraLight Backpack 20L costs $120.01 less. The Gossamer Gear Vetta 20L Daypack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Waterfly Travel Elite UltraLight Backpack 20L fits 36; under the seat, 0 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Gossamer Gear Vetta 20L Daypack | Waterfly Travel Elite UltraLight Backpack 20L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $140 | $19.99Best |
| Volume | 20L | 20L |
| Weight | 0.41kg0.9lbBest | 0.43kg0.9lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 27%Best |
| Dimensions | 48.2×22.9×15.2cm19×9×6in | 43.2×30.5×14cm17×12×5.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | n/a |
| Compartments | 1 | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 2 |
| Opening | Roll-top, Roll top with side or top connection points | Zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | 1 year | 10 years |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Insert sold separately | No |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | Riptide Ripstop 100D recycled Robic nylon, UHMWPE stretch mesh, PFAS free, 210D recycled Robic nylon bottom | Polyester, polyester lining |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Gossamer Gear Vetta 20L Daypack | Waterfly Travel Elite UltraLight Backpack 20L |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Frontier Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Volaris | Personal item | 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.