5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack vs Vertx Gamut 2.0 Backpack

The main difference between the 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack and the Vertx Gamut 2.0 Backpack is that the COVRT 18 Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Gamut 2.0 Backpack does not.

5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack Front View
Vertx Gamut 2.0 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand 5.11 Tactical Vertx
Name COVRT 18 Backpack Gamut 2.0 Backpack
Category Tactical Tactical
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 30L 25L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 12.25 x 6.5 21 x 14.5 x 5.5
Weight (lb) 3.0 4.2
Fabric 500D Nylon Bonded Nylon
Color Grey 8 colors and patterns
Warranty 5.11 Tactical 1 Year Warranty Vertx Limited Warranty
Release Date July 13, 2012
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $175 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Yoke-style shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps with 1919 webbing
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers YKK zipper YKK self-repairing nylon coil zippers
Main Compartment Access Interior zipped mesh pockets Clamshell
External Pockets 4 zipped front pockets, 2 side pockets, padded sunglass pocket and a flip-down ID panel Back pocket and 4 side pockets
Internal Compartments Main compartment has laptop sleeve, four gear slots, 2 mesh pockets and loop panels for Tactigami
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Reinforced grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments QuickTact accessory straps, molle webbing MOLLE webbing panel behind front flap, dual hose pass-through ports
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15" Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Tuckaway waist belt
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel 3D molded foam back panel
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Hidden pistol pocket
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 1.5L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the COVRT 18 Backpack by 5.11 Tactical against the Gamut 2.0 Backpack by Vertx .


5.11 Tactical 's COVRT 18 Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features while Vertx 's Gamut 2.0 Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features.

The 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 3.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12.25 x 6.5. It's made of 500D Nylon and is available in Grey in comparison the Vertx Gamut 2.0 Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 21 x 14.5 x 5.5 inches. Constructed from Bonded Nylon it weighs 4.2 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.