The main difference between the Incase ICON Lite Backpack II and the TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack is that the ICON Lite Backpack II has Internal Compartments (Laptop sleeve) while the Explorer 4000 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Incase | TETON Sports |
Name | ICON Lite Backpack II | Explorer 4000 Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Work | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 17L | 65L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1 | 32 x 18 x 12 | |
Weight (lb) | 5 | ||
Fabric | 840D nylon | Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell | |
Color | Black | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | TETON Sports Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | May 1, 2006 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $120 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Contoured, adjustable, padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | ||
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waist straps with wide locking hip straps | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with webbing pulls | Weather-guard zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Top access | |
External Pockets | 2 external pockets | Front mesh pocket, 1 zipped bottom pocket, and 5 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | Side pockets can hold water bottle, tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops, daisy chains, and D-rings | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" Laptop | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Multi-directional external compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Bottom load straps | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Padded back panel with open-cell foam lumbar pad and molded channels |
Rain Cover | Rainfly included | ||
Internal / External Frame | Internal frame | ||
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | ||
Adjustable Length Torso | Multi-position torso adjustments | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Side pockets can hold tent poles and trekking poles | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds up to 3L hydration bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Incase 's ICON Lite Backpack II is a Laptop backpack with Work features while TETON Sports 's Explorer 4000 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel 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 TETON Sports Explorer 4000 Backpack's capacity is 65L with a size of 32 x 18 x 12 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 600D Ripstop and Oxford Canvas Shell it weighs 5 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .
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