Incase ICON Lite Backpack II vs Thule Vital Hydration Pack

The main difference between the Incase ICON Lite Backpack II and the Thule Vital Hydration Pack is that the ICON Lite Backpack II has Zippers (Nylon zipper with webbing pulls) while the Vital Hydration Pack does not.

Incase ICON Lite Backpack II - Front View
Thule Vital Hydration Pack Front View
Specs Brand Incase Thule
Name ICON Lite Backpack II Vital Hydration Pack
Category Laptop Hydration
Sub Category Work Outdoor
Capacity (L) 17L 6L
Dimensions (in) 19.6 x 12.33 x 5.1 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5
Weight (lb) 1.2
Fabric 840D nylon Nylon
Color Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date January 16, 2018
Rating 4.6
Price Under $120 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 external pockets Zipped top pocket and 2 quick access side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve Internal hydration sleeve, pump sleeves, and and zipped pocket for keys or small essentials
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit nutrition snacks
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light loop attachment
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 16" Laptop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Ventilated Back Ventilated back panel
Hydration Features Bladder Size Includes 2.5L Hydrapak reservoir
Hydration Compatible YEs
Other Features Other Features Retrakt magnetic hose return system

You're currently comparing the ICON Lite Backpack II by Incase against the Vital Hydration Pack by Thule .


Incase 's ICON Lite Backpack II is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Thule 's Vital Hydration Pack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor 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 Thule Vital Hydration Pack's capacity is 6L with a size of 8.7 x 3.5 x 17.5 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 1.2 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.