Tatonka Grip Bag vs Topo Designs Mountain Essential Tote
The Tatonka Grip Bag is 13L and 0.44kg1lb; the Topo Designs Mountain Essential Tote is 9L and 0.34kg0.7lb. The Topo Designs Mountain Essential Tote is 0.1kg0.2lb lighter. The Tatonka Grip Bag fits the carry-on limit of 36 of 36 major airlines and the Topo Designs Mountain Essential Tote fits 36; under the seat, 10 and 10 of 26.
| Spec | Tatonka Grip Bag | Topo Designs Mountain Essential Tote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | n/a | $59 |
| Volume | 13L | 9L |
| Weight | 0.44kg1lb | 0.34kg0.7lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 100% | 100% |
| Personal-item compliance | 38% | 38% |
| Dimensions | 41×32×10cm16×12.5×4in | 33×39.4×7cm13×15.5×3in |
| Laptop | sleeve, size not published | no laptop sleeve |
| Opening | n/a | Loop and toggle top closure |
| Warranty | n/a | 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 | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | Yes | Removable |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | CORDURA® 500 den | 200D recycled nylon lightweight ripstop, 400D recycled nylon, PFC-free DWR |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 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.