CamelBak M.U.L.E.® Commute 22 Backpack vs CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack

The main difference between the CamelBak M.U.L.E.® Commute 22 Backpack and the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is that the M.U.L.E.® Commute 22 Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable chest strap) while the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack does not.

CamelBak M.U.L.E.® Commute 22 Backpack - Front View
CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack - Front View
Specs Brand CamelBak CamelBak
Name M.U.L.E.® Commute 22 Backpack Arete™ Sling 8 Pack
Category Laptop Hydration
Sub Category Work Hiking
Capacity (L) 22L 8L
Dimensions (in) 9 x 17 x 11.4 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91
Weight (lb) 0.66 0.80
Fabric Polyester
Color Black Black/Reflective
Warranty Lifetime Warranty CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee
Release Date April 17, 2021 November 2, 2021
Rating 4.3 4.3
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable Waist Strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 2 Large side pockets, 1 shoulder strap pocket 1 external pocket
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, 1 mesh pocket Mesh slip in pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light loop and helmet carry
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Air Support™ Back Panel Breathable air mesh back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Available

You're currently comparing the M.U.L.E.® Commute 22 Backpack by CamelBak against the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack by CamelBak .


CamelBak 's M.U.L.E.® Commute 22 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Work features while CamelBak 's Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.

The CamelBak M.U.L.E.® Commute 22 Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 0.66 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9 x 17 x 11.4. It's made of Polyester and is available in Black in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack's capacity is 8L with a size of 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 inches. Constructed from it weighs 0.80 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.