Mountainsmith ZEVO 20L Daypack vs Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack
The Mountainsmith ZEVO 20L Daypack is 20L and 0.96kg2.1lb; the Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack is 20L and 0.97kg2.1lb. The Mountainsmith ZEVO 20L Daypack is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack costs $10 less. The Mountainsmith ZEVO 20L Daypack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack fits 36; under the seat, 1 and 7 of 26.
| Spec | Mountainsmith ZEVO 20L Daypack | Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $189.95 | $179.95Best |
| Volume | 20L | 20L |
| Weight | 0.96kg2.1lbBest | 0.97kg2.1lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 4% | 27%Best |
| Dimensions | 45.7×25.4×15.2cm18×10×6in | 45×27.9×14.5cm17.5×11×5.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | 16" |
| Bottle pockets | 2 | 2 |
| Opening | Roll-top, Roll top main compartment with V-strap closure | n/a |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 5 years |
| Torso length | 38.1 to 48.3cm (15 to 19in) | n/a |
| Organizer | No | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | Removable | No |
| Water-resistant | No | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | Yes | Yes |
| Sternum strap | Yes | Yes |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 500D nylon Mil-DTL-32439 Type 3 Class 3 (Multicam or Multicam Black), 150D high density polyester liner, YKK zippers | 750D recycled polyester, water resistant 1000mm, PFC-free; 150D recycled polyester lining |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Mountainsmith ZEVO 20L Daypack | Pacsafe V 20L Anti-Theft City Backpack |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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.