
#3 Overall standard Updated 1 June 2026
Osprey Ultralight Packing Cube Set
Featherweight cubes from the backpack experts — just 55 g per cube
THE undig SCORE — 3 SOURCES, UNTANGLED
85
Out of 100
Key characteristics
Set size
3–6 piecesType
Standard / compressionMaterial
Ripstop nylonWeight
50–120 g eachHighlights
- ✓ Ultralight ripstop nylon — each cube weighs around 55 g
- ✓ Mesh top panel for breathability
- ✓ Available in multiple sizes and colours
- ✓ Designed to fit Osprey travel packs perfectly
Pros & Cons
Pros
- + Lightest cubes on the market — ideal for gram-counters
- + Mesh panel provides airflow for worn clothes
- + Affordable pricing for a quality set
- + Good colour-coding options
Cons
- − No compression feature
- − Thinner material than Eagle Creek or Peak Design
- − Mesh top offers less protection for delicate items
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