KNKG CORE PRO Backpack Mini 13L vs Mountainsmith ZEVO 13L Daypack
The KNKG CORE PRO Backpack Mini 13L is 13L and 0.8kg1.8lb; the Mountainsmith ZEVO 13L Daypack is 13L and 0.82kg1.8lb. The KNKG CORE PRO Backpack Mini 13L is 0.02kg0lb lighter. The KNKG CORE PRO Backpack Mini 13L costs $39.94999999999999 less. The KNKG CORE PRO Backpack Mini 13L fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Mountainsmith ZEVO 13L Daypack fits 36; under the seat, 21 and 1 of 26.
| Spec | KNKG CORE PRO Backpack Mini 13L | Mountainsmith ZEVO 13L Daypack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $140Best | $179.95 |
| Volume | 13L | 13L |
| Weight | 0.8kg1.8lbBest | 0.82kg1.8lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 81%Best | 4% |
| Dimensions | 35×25×15cm14×10×6in | 45.7×22.9×12.7cm18×9×5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Bottle pockets | n/a | 2 |
| Opening | Zippered main compartment | Panel access, Zippered panel loader |
| Warranty | 25 years | Lifetime |
| Torso length | n/a | 38.1 to 48.3cm (15 to 19in) |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | Yes |
| Frame sheet | No | Yes |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | Yes |
| Sternum strap | No | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 500D nylon body (PVC backing), ripstop nylon internal lining, YKK zippers, powder-coated steel hardware | 500D nylon Mil-DTL-32439 Type 3 Class 3 (Multicam or Multicam Black), 150D high density polyester liner, YKK zippers |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | KNKG CORE PRO Backpack Mini 13L | Mountainsmith ZEVO 13L Daypack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Air France | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Allegiant Air | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| American Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| British Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| easyJet | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| JetBlue Airways | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| KLM | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| LATAM Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Lufthansa | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Ryanair | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| SAS | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Turkish Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| United Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Volaris | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Vueling | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| WestJet | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Wizz Air | 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.