Incase ICON Lite Backpack II vs CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack

The main difference between the Incase ICON Lite Backpack II and the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is that the ICON Lite Backpack II has Handles (Top grab handle) while the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack does not.

Incase ICON Lite Backpack II - Front View
CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack - Front View
Specs Brand Incase CamelBak
Name ICON Lite Backpack II Arete™ Sling 8 Pack
Category Laptop Hydration
Sub Category Work Hiking
Capacity (L) 17L 8L
Dimensions (in) 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91
Weight (lb) 0.80
Fabric 840D nylon
Color Black Black/Reflective
Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee
Release Date November 2, 2021
Rating 4.3
Price Under $120 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with webbing pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 external pockets 1 external pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Mesh slip in pockets
Handles Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Breathable air mesh back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Available

You're currently comparing the ICON Lite Backpack II by Incase against the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack by CamelBak .


Incase 's ICON Lite Backpack II is a Laptop backpack with Work features while CamelBak 's Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.

The Incase ICON Lite Backpack II has a capacity of 17L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1. It's made of 840D nylon and is available in Black in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack's capacity is 8L with a size of 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 inches. Constructed from it weighs 0.80 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.