When comparing Tortuga Packable Daypack (20L) vs ChicoBag Reusable Travel Pack (15L), the Slant community recommends Tortuga Packable Daypack (20L) for most people. In the question“What are the best packable backpacks around 15-20L?” Tortuga Packable Daypack (20L) is ranked 3rd while ChicoBag Reusable Travel Pack (15L) is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Tortuga Packable Daypack (20L) is:
There is a dedicated laptop sleeve (not padded) inside that fits up to a 15" laptop. Tortuga recommends that it's used for short distances only.
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Pros
Pro Laptop sleeve
There is a dedicated laptop sleeve (not padded) inside that fits up to a 15" laptop.
Tortuga recommends that it's used for short distances only.
Pro Lightweight considering the features
It's one of the few packable backpacks that offers a padded backpanel and shoulder straps, but still keeps the weight reasonable at .7 of a pound.
Pro Doesn't dig into your shoulders
The bag includes a sternum strap that helps relieve some of the stress on your shoulders.
Pro Multiple compartments
The bag is hydration compatible, has an exterior zipper pocket and two side pockets for bottles.
Pro Environmentally friendly
Made from 100% recycled material.
Cons
Con Packs down to around the size of folded shorts
A sacrifice you're making for the added features (like the back and shoulder padding) is that it doesn't save space as much as other options. It folds down to 9 x 8.5 x 2" (23 x 22 x 5 cm), about the size of a folded pair of shorts.
Con Not durable
The stitching is fairly weak and rips easily.