Pakt 25L Travel Duffel vs Portland Gear Cascade Duffle Bag Compact
The Pakt 25L Travel Duffel is 25L and 0.91kg2lb; the Portland Gear Cascade Duffle Bag Compact is 25L and 0.71kg1.6lb. The Portland Gear Cascade Duffle Bag Compact is 0.2kg0.4lb lighter. The Portland Gear Cascade Duffle Bag Compact costs $106 less. The Pakt 25L Travel Duffel fits the carry-on limit of 31 of 36 major airlines and the Portland Gear Cascade Duffle Bag Compact fits 32; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Pakt 25L Travel Duffel | Portland Gear Cascade Duffle Bag Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $225 | $119Best |
| Volume | 25L | 25L |
| Weight | 0.91kg2lb | 0.71kg1.6lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 86% | 89%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 26×48×23cm10×19×9in | 26.7×43.2×21.6cm10.5×17×8.5in |
| Laptop | 16" | no laptop sleeve |
| Bottle pockets | 1 | n/a |
| Opening | Top-loading | wireframe top opening |
| Warranty | Lifetime | 2 years |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Removable | Removable |
| Luggage pass-through | No | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 500D recycled nylon exterior, 70D recycled nylon interior, PFC-free water-resistant coating, YKK zippers | 100% polyester with TPU matte coating |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-10 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Pakt 25L Travel Duffel | Portland Gear Cascade Duffle Bag Compact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates | Carry-on | 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.