Arena Team 45 Backpack vs De Soto Transition Pack V8

The main difference between the Arena Team 45 Backpack and the De Soto Transition Pack V8 is that the Team 45 Backpack has Base / Bottom (Reinforced bottom) while the Transition Pack V8 does not.

Arena Team 45 Backpack Front View
De Soto Transition Pack V8 Front View
Specs Brand Arena De Soto
Name Team 45 Backpack Transition Pack V8
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Swimming Swimming
Capacity (L) 45L 65L
Dimensions (in) 13.8 x 19.7 x 9.8 22 x 13 x 14
Weight (lb) 1 2.0
Fabric 100% Polyester 45 Denier Polyester with TPU
Color 40+ colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Arena 30 Days Warranty De Soto 90 Days Warranty
Release Date May 29, 2019 January 10, 2017
Rating 4.9 4.5
Price Under $50 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Ergonomic shoulder straps
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Waist strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material Water-resistant material
Zippers Oversized and robust YKK zippers Inverted nylon zippers
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Top loading access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 4 side pockets Large front zipped mesh pocket, and 1 zipped side pocket
Internal Compartments Large main compartment with laptop sleeve Interior bladder sleeve and sunglass/goggles case
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other gears Side pocket can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Integrated grab handle Long transition rack strap
Loops and Attachments 2 carabiners 2 D-ring straps, daisy chain, helmet holder
Travel Features TSA Approved / Friendly TSA approved size
Base / Bottom Reinforced bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable foam padding against back
Ventilated Back Ventilated mesh back panel
Gym / Sports Features Waterproof Pouch Ventilated mesh front compartment for wetsuits or shoes Waterproof bottom compartment for wet gears
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Team 45 Backpack by Arena against the Transition Pack V8 by De Soto .


Arena 's Team 45 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Swimming features while De Soto 's Transition Pack V8 is a Sports backpack with Swimming features.

The Arena Team 45 Backpack has a capacity of 45L (liters), weighs 1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.8 x 19.7 x 9.8. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 40+ colors and patterns in comparison the De Soto Transition Pack V8's capacity is 65L with a size of 22 x 13 x 14 inches. Constructed from 45 Denier Polyester with TPU it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.