Matador 18L Packable Backpack vs Tortuga Packable Backpack
The Matador 18L Packable Backpack is 18L and 0.3kg0.7lb; the Tortuga Packable Backpack is 19L and 0.3kg0.7lb. They weigh the same. The Matador 18L Packable Backpack costs $5 less. The Matador 18L Packable Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Tortuga Packable Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 1 and 1 of 26.
| Spec | Matador 18L Packable Backpack | Tortuga Packable Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $75Best | $80 |
| Volume | 18L | 19L |
| Weight | 0.3kg0.7lb | 0.3kg0.7lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 4% | 4% |
| Dimensions | 46×25×19cm18×10×7.5in | 46×26×16cm18×10×6.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Compartments | 1 | n/a |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 2 |
| Compression straps | n/a | 0 |
| Opening | Top-loading, top zip | n/a |
| Warranty | 2 years | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | Removable | Removable |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 100D Bluesign recycled nylon | 70D ripstop nylon with Extreema-reinforced bottom |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 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.