Adidas Core Mini Backpack vs Adidas Defender Backpack

The main difference between the Adidas Core Mini Backpack and the Adidas Defender Backpack is that the Core Mini Backpack has Zippers (Premium plastic main zipper) while the Defender Backpack does not.

Adidas Core Mini Backpack Front View
Adidas Defender Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Adidas Adidas
Name Core Mini Backpack Defender Backpack
Category Mini Sports
Sub Category Everyday Gym
Dimensions (in) 8 x 4.5 x 10.5 11 x 8.5 x 19.5
Weight (lb) 0.5 1.4
Fabric 100% Polyester 100% Polyester
Color 10+ colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Adidas Lifetime Warranty Adidas Lifetime Warranty
Release Date October 20, 2018
Rating 4.7 4.8
Price Under $50 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps 3 stripe jacquard webbing straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Zippers Premium plastic main zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket 1 zipped top pocket, 1 zipped front pocket, and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal mesh pocket with zipper
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Webbing tote handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments D-rings
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Travel Features Base / Bottom Water-resistant base material
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Quilted padded back panel
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Ventilated compartment for shoes or laundry

You're currently comparing the Core Mini Backpack by Adidas against the Defender Backpack by Adidas .


Adidas 's Core Mini Backpack is a Mini backpack with Everyday features while Adidas 's Defender Backpack is a Sports backpack with Gym features.

The Adidas Core Mini Backpack has a capacity of (liters), weighs 0.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8 x 4.5 x 10.5 . It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 10+ colors and patterns in comparison the Adidas Defender Backpack's capacity is with a size of 11 x 8.5 x 19.5 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 1.4 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.