The main difference between the Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact and the Briggs & Riley Large Cargo Backpack is that the Melbourne Backpack Compact has Main Compartment Access (Fold-top for easy, one-handed access) while the Large Cargo Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Bellroy | Briggs & Riley |
Name | Melbourne Backpack Compact | Large Cargo Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Work | |
Sub Category | Work | Laptop | |
Capacity (L) | 12L | 33L | |
Dimensions (in) | 11.02 x 6.3 x 15.75 | 19 x 15 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.54 | 3.2 | |
Fabric | This bag features durable, water-resistant woven fabric, made from recycled materials. | 1600D Ballistic Nylon | |
Color | Limestone | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | 3 year warranty | Briggs & Riley Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee | |
Release Date | December 13, 2020 | ||
Rating | 3.6 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $400 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured adjustable shoulder straps | Adjustable padded shoulder straps |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with rubber pulls | Self-repairing YKK® RC zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Fold-top for easy, one-handed access | ||
External Pockets | 2 external pockets | 3 front and 2 side zipped pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Interior side wall pockets, and A5 document slip pocket | Multiple interior pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Leather carry handles | |
Loops and Attachments | Leather ID tag | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 13” laptop | Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 17" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded tablet slip pocket | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer panel | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Aerated mesh back padding |
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zippers pulls | |
RFID Blocking | RFID blocking pocket |
Bellroy 's Melbourne Backpack Compact is a Laptop backpack with Work features while Briggs & Riley 's Large Cargo Backpack is a Work backpack with Laptop features.
The Bellroy Melbourne Backpack Compact has a capacity of 12L (liters), weighs 1.54 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11.02 x 6.3 x 15.75. It's made of This bag features durable, water-resistant woven fabric, made from recycled materials. and is available in Limestone in comparison the Briggs & Riley Large Cargo Backpack's capacity is 33L with a size of 19 x 15 x 8 inches. Constructed from 1600D Ballistic Nylon it weighs 3.2 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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