5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack vs XTPower Xplorer Camouflage 38 Solar Backpack

The main difference between the 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack and the XTPower Xplorer Camouflage 38 Solar Backpack is that the COVRT 18 Backpack has Zippers (YKK zipper) while the Xplorer Camouflage 38 Solar Backpack does not.

5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack Front View
XTPower Xplorer Camouflage 38 Solar Backpack Front View
Specs Brand 5.11 Tactical XTPower
Name COVRT 18 Backpack Xplorer Camouflage 38 Solar Backpack
Category Tactical Tactical
Sub Category Outdoor Outdoor
Capacity (L) 30L 38L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 12.25 x 6.5 20.3 x 14 x 3.7
Weight (lb) 3.0 1.8
Fabric 500D Nylon Rip and Water Resistant Fabric, PVC
Color Grey Camo
Warranty 5.11 Tactical 1 Year Warranty
Release Date July 13, 2012
Rating 4.7 4.6
Price Under $175 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Yoke-style shoulder straps Breathable adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material Water resistant material
Zippers YKK zipper
Main Compartment Access Interior zipped mesh pockets Normal zipped access
External Pockets 4 zipped front pockets, 2 side pockets, padded sunglass pocket and a flip-down ID panel Front and top zipped pocket, plus 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Reinforced grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments QuickTact accessory straps, molle webbing Molle webbing, D-rings, 5W solar panel, USB cable
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Ergonomic concave air mesh back padding panels
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Hidden pistol pocket
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 1.5L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the COVRT 18 Backpack by 5.11 Tactical against the Xplorer Camouflage 38 Solar Backpack by XTPower.


5.11 Tactical 's COVRT 18 Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features while XTPower's Xplorer Camouflage 38 Solar 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 XTPower Xplorer Camouflage 38 Solar Backpack 's capacity is 38L with a size of 20.3 x 14 x 3.7 inches. Constructed from Rip and Water Resistant Fabric, PVC it weighs 1.8 pounds and is available in Camo.