Cotopaxi, started in 2014 in Salt Lake City, is trying to shake up the outdoor gear world. They’re known for their bright colors, doing things the right way, and helping others. Let’s check out their popular backpacks and see how they hold up, how they’re made, and if they’re worth the cash. We’ll look at both their special Del Día line and their regular stuff.
We put these packs through their paces to see which one is best for your kind of fun and how well it matches your values. From the Allpa Travel Pack that can do it all, to the bright and fun Batac daypacks, here’s what you need to understand about Cotopaxi’s do good gear.
Cotopaxi: Gear with a Purpose
Cotopaxi does things differently. They make gear that works for your trips, but they’re also serious about being good to the environment and helping people. They say that most of their items (94%) are made from recycled or earth-friendly stuff, and they want to get that number to 100% by 2025.
Their Del Día stuff is cool because they use leftover fabrics. This means each bag is a different mix of colors and helps cut down on waste. It’s a hit with people who care about the planet but still want something that looks good.
Plus, a portion of what they earn goes to helping people in Latin America through their foundation. It’s a brand that folks can get behind.
Cotopaxi Allpa: Your Go-To Travel Bags
Allpa 35L Travel Pack: Now Even Better
Price: $170-180 (standard) / $150-160 (Del Día)
Size: 35L
Measurements: 21 x 14 x 9
Weight: 3.4 lbs
Link: Cotopaxi Allpa 35L
What’s New?
The Allpa 35L has been updated, but still has everything customers love. They’ve improved how the weight sits, added comfy shoulder straps, put in a spot for your water bottle on the outside, and made it so you can slide it over your luggage handle.
And the best part? It’s now made with only recycled materials, so you’re helping the planet when you buy it.
Staying Organized
This bag has room for a few days’ worth of stuff and is easy to live out of on the road. The way it’s set up inside is top-notch.
Inside, you’ll find:
- It opens up like a suitcase
- Straps to keep everything in place
- Pockets on the front
- A spot for your laptop (up to 17)
- A way to grab stuff from the side
- A water bottle holder on the outside
- A strap to attach it to your luggage
How Does It Handle Real Life?
The Allpa 35L is great for all kinds of travel, from weekend trips to longer adventures. The new shoulder straps make it comfy to carry for a long time, and the suitcase-style opening makes packing easy.
Yay:
- Super organized inside
- Comfy to carry, even better now
- Fits as a carry-on for most airlines
- Made from 100% recycled stuff
- Can attach to your luggage
- Well-made and comes with a lifetime promise
Nay:
- A bit heavier than some others
- Not a lot of places to clip things on the outside
- A bit pricey if you’re on a tight budget
- The boxy shape might not suit everyone
Allpa 28L Travel Pack: Travel Light
Price: $160-170
Size: 28L
Measurements: 20 x 13 x 8
Weight: 3.1 lbs
The Cotopaxi Allpa 28L Travel Pack is built just as well and keeps stuff just as organized as the bigger 35L, but it’s smaller and easier to carry. If you like to pack light, this could be the one for you.
It has all the main features of the bigger version, but it’s easier to move around with and won’t weigh you down.
Cotopaxi Batac: Great Daypacks
Batac 24L Daypack: Earth-Friendly Fun
Price: $70-80 (standard) / $60-70 (Del Día)
Size: 24L
Measurements: 18 x 12 x 8
Weight: 1.8 lbs
Link: Cotopaxi Batac 24L
What’s It All About?
The Batac 24L Backpack is a simple pack that’s good for quick trips and hikes. It’s basically one big space with a zipper, plus a pocket on the front and spots for two water bottles.
At $70, it’s priced right, especially since it’s so usable and made with the earth in mind.
Is It Comfy?
It’s comfy enough for shorter trips, but if you load it up with a laptop and water bottles, it can get a bit heavy on your shoulders. This one’s best for lighter loads and shorter adventures.
What it has:
- Simple design for easy packing
- Big main area that’s easy to get to
- Front pocket with a zipper
- Two spots for water bottles
- A laptop sleeve
- Made from recycled materials (Del Día version)
Yay:
- Good price
- Made from sustainable stuff
- Works for a lot of things
- Not heavy
- Comes in cool, unique colors
- Keeps stuff organized for the price
Nay:
- Not a lot of padding for heavy stuff
- Not the best for serious hikes
- Simple straps
- Doesn’t protect from the weather much
Batac 16L Daypack: Small and Ready
Price: $60-70
Size: 16L
Weight: 1.4 lbs
Link: Cotopaxi Batac 16L
The Batac 16L Backpack is a small pack that’s ready for anything. It was made to go with bigger travel bags, so you can pack it down small. It’s unstructured, which makes it versatile. You can use it for school, the gym, or just getting around town.
Stand Out
Want a pack that’s different from everyone else’s? The Cotopaxi Batac 16L is both a daypack and a way to show off your style. Since the Del Día versions are all different, you know you’re getting something unique.
The Batac 16L is a great little bag for everyday stuff, and it’s made to fold up and fit inside bigger bags for longer trips.
Yay:
- Super light and easy to pack
- Unique colors
- Works for a lot of things
- Affordable
- Made from sustainable stuff
Nay:
- Not much structure or padding
- Not a lot of ways to organize things
- Not for heavy loads
- Doesn’t protect from the weather much
Cotopaxi Luzon: Super Light
Luzon 24L Daypack: Packs a Punch
Price: $50-60 (Del Día)
Size: 24L
Weight: 1.3 lbs
Link: Cotopaxi Luzon 24L
Made from 100% recycled nylon, this pack has super light straps that make it easy to stuff inside a bigger bag. It also has a zippered area to keep dirty stuff separate and two spots for water bottles.
Luzon 18L Backpack: Simple and Ready
Price: $45-55
Size: 18L
Weight: 1.1 lbs
Link: Cotopaxi Luzon 18L
The 18L Luzon Backpack is ready for anything. With tough but light nylon and comfy straps, it’s built to last and easy to carry. The big main area has room for pretty much anything.
The Luzon 18L is a good daypack to bring on longer trips. Since it’s super light and can roll up, it’s easy to stash in a bigger bag.
What it has:
- Super light
- Rolls up small
- Made of tough nylon
- Light straps
- Big main area
- 100% recycled materials (Del Día)
Del Día: Doing Things Right
Cotopaxi’s Del Día collection is special because of how it uses leftover fabric to make one-of-a-kind items.
Why Del Día is Cool:
- Cuts down on waste
- Makes unique items
- Often cheaper than the regular versions
- Works just as well as the regular ones
- Helps the environment
Keep in Mind:
- Colors are random
- Might not be your style
- Limited colors
- Fabrics might not be as strong
How They Help
Cotopaxi is serious about helping the planet and people:
What They Do for the Earth:
- Most items are made from recycled stuff
- Del Día cuts down on waste
- Want to use only sustainable materials by 2025
- Promise to fix their products to avoid needing to replace them
What They Do for People:
- Give money to help people in need
- Focus on helping communities in Latin America
- Treat workers fairly
- Tell you where their stuff comes from
- Workers volunteer
Which One Should You Get?
For Travel
Allpa 35L – Great for travel with lots of space
Allpa 28L – If you like to pack light
For Day Trips
Batac 24L – Good for hikes, school, etc.
Batac 16L – Small and easy to pack
For Light Trips
Luzon 24L – Packable for travel and outdoors
Luzon 18L – Super light for quick trips
Are They Worth It?
Cotopaxi is in the middle price range, but what you’re paying for is quality and they are being sustainable:
What You Get for Your Money:
- Del Día versions are often cheaper
- Fixing your stuff makes it last
- Sustainable materials
- Helping others
- Holds its value
Why It’s a Good Choice:
- Lasts a long time
- Works for a lot of things
- Made ethically
- Looks cool
- Good service
How They Hold Up
We tested these bags in different places:
In the City:
- All work well
- Look good for business trips
- Keep your tech organized
- Comfy on public transport
Outdoors:
- Luzon is great for light trips
- Batac is good for hikes
- Allpa is good for camping
- Not the best in bad weather
For Travel:
- Allpa fits as a carry-on
- Easy to pack
- Tough
- Keep stuff organized
Final Thoughts
Cotopaxi is a solid pick if you want gear that’s made well and helps the planet. They might not always be the lightest or have every feature, but they’re a good mix of doing things right, looking good, and working well.
Best For:
- People who care about the environment
- If want gear that is unique
- Need bags that work for a lot of things
- Want to support companies that help others
- Want a good deal (especially Del Día)
Not Great For:
- Need hiking gear
- People don’t like color
- Are planning to carry heavy loads
- Want the lightest stuff
What to Buy
Travel: Allpa 35L
Light Travel: Allpa 28L
Everyday: Batac 24L or Batac 16L
Hiking: Batac 24L or Luzon 24L
Extra Bag: Luzon 18L
Best Value: Any Del Día
Coolest Look: Any Del Día
Cotopaxi keeps working to be both cool and good to the earth. Their new stuff shows they listen to what people want and are staying true to their mission.
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