Vertx Commuter Sling XL 2.0 vs Vertx Gamut 18L Sling
The Vertx Commuter Sling XL 2.0 is 23L and 1.95kg4.3lb; the Vertx Gamut 18L Sling is 18L and 1.18kg2.6lb. The Vertx Gamut 18L Sling is 0.77kg1.7lb lighter. The Vertx Gamut 18L Sling costs $79 less. The Vertx Commuter Sling XL 2.0 fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Vertx Gamut 18L Sling fits 32; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | Vertx Commuter Sling XL 2.0 | Vertx Gamut 18L Sling |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $278.99 | $199.99Best |
| Volume | 23L | 18L |
| Weight | 1.95kg4.3lb | 1.18kg2.6lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 89%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 68.6×34.3×17.8cm27×13.5×7in | 44.5×29.2×20.3cm17.5×11.5×8in |
| Laptop | 15"Best | 13" |
| Opening | Front compartment opens wide | Zippered main compartment |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | Yes | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | No | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | Yes | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | Yes |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | Not published; YKK self-repairing nylon coil zippers, bonded nylon thread | 500D nylon (Evergreen); 420D nylon mini ripstop (Depth Charge, Black) |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | Vertx Commuter Sling XL 2.0 | Vertx Gamut 18L Sling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Air France | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| AirAsia | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Alaska Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Allegiant Air | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| American Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| ANA (All Nippon Airways) | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Avianca | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| British Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Cebu Pacific | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Delta Air Lines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| easyJet | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Emirates | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Frontier Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Gol Linhas Aereas | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| IndiGo | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| JetBlue Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| KLM | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| LATAM Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Lufthansa | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Norwegian Air Shuttle | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Qantas | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Qatar Airways | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| SAS | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Singapore Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Southwest Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Turkish Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| United Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Vietjet Air | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Volaris | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| WestJet | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
| Wizz Air | 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.