CamelBak Circuit Vest 50oz vs CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack

The main difference between the CamelBak Circuit Vest 50oz and the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is that the Circuit Vest 50oz has Loops and Attachments (Tube trap) while the Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack does not.

CamelBak Circuit Vest 50oz Front View
CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand CamelBak CamelBak
Name Circuit Vest 50oz Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack
Category Sports Hydration
Sub Category Running Hiking
Capacity (L) 3.5L 16.5L
Dimensions (in) 13.8 x 7.5 x 3.7 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6
Weight (lb) 0.4 1.14
Fabric Ultra Light Materials 70-denier ripstop nylon
Color 2 colors and patterns Black/Reflective
Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee
Release Date March 31, 2020 November 2, 2021
Rating 4.6 3.9
Price Under $75 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Multi-directional air flow and cushioning Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Dual adjustable sternum straps Removable, adjustable sternum strap
Main Compartment Access Front zipped access Flap with buckle and drawstring closures
External Pockets Secure phone pocket, 2 bottle pockets, and stash pocket 3 exterior pockets
Internal Compartments Zippered pocket
Side Pockets 2 Side Stretch Pocket
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Tube trap
Lightweight Lightweight
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve 15" laptop
Travel Features Compression Straps Cargo compression
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective accents
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 50z or 3L hydration bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes CRUX™ Reservoir

You're currently comparing the Circuit Vest 50oz by CamelBak against the Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack by CamelBak .


CamelBak 's Circuit Vest 50oz is a Sports backpack with Running features while CamelBak 's Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.

The CamelBak Circuit Vest 50oz has a capacity of 3.5L (liters), weighs 0.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13.8 x 7.5 x 3.7 . It's made of Ultra Light Materials and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ 18 Hydration Pack 50 oz Backpack's capacity is 16.5L with a size of 17.7 x 9.5 x 8.6 inches. Constructed from 70-denier ripstop nylon it weighs 1.14 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.