Pacsafe CX Anti-Theft Convertible Backpack vs Portland Gear Cascade Backpack Mini
The Pacsafe CX Anti-Theft Convertible Backpack is 8L and 0.45kg1lb; the Portland Gear Cascade Backpack Mini is 8L and 0.55kg1.2lb. The Pacsafe CX Anti-Theft Convertible Backpack is 0.1kg0.2lb lighter. The Portland Gear Cascade Backpack Mini costs $20.94999999999999 less. The Pacsafe CX Anti-Theft Convertible Backpack fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Portland Gear Cascade Backpack Mini fits 36; under the seat, 20 and 16 of 26.
| Spec | Pacsafe CX Anti-Theft Convertible Backpack | Portland Gear Cascade Backpack Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $139.95 | $119Best |
| Volume | 8L | 8L |
| Weight | 0.45kg1lbBest | 0.55kg1.2lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 77%Best | 62% |
| Dimensions | 34×25.9×11.9cm13.5×10×4.5in | 26.7×18.5×16.5cm10.5×7.5×6.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Opening | n/a | wireframe top opening, front pocket with key leash |
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Organizer | Yes | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Bike-ready | No | No |
| Material | 320D ECONYL regenerated nylon Taslon, water resistant 1000mm, PFC-free; 150D recycled polyester lining | Leatherlite pebbled vegan leather |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Pacsafe CX Anti-Theft Convertible Backpack | Portland Gear Cascade Backpack Mini |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Arabia | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| Air Canada | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Air France | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Cebu Pacific | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| KLM | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Lufthansa | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| SAS | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| Turkish Airlines | Personal item | Fits | Too big |
| United Airlines | Personal item | Too big | Fits |
| WestJet | 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.