The main difference between the CamelBak Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack and the CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack is that the Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Ventilated hipbelt with cargo pockets) while the Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | CamelBak | CamelBak |
Name | Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack | Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack | |
Category | Hydration | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 21L | 13.9L | |
Dimensions (in) | 16.93 x 11.02 x 9.84 | 17.72 x 9.84 x 8.66 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.98 | 1 | |
Fabric | 70-denier diamond ripstop nylon | 200-denier recycled ripstop nylon 3 mm SD | |
Color | Black/Apricot | Black/Reflective | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | |
Release Date | November 3, 2022 | November 2, 2021 | |
Rating | 4.4 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Dual adjustable sternum straps | Adjustable sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Ventilated hipbelt with cargo pockets | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
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 | 7 external pockets | 1 + main compartment | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational pockets, mesh pockets | Laptop sleeve | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | 13" laptop | |
Organizer Pocket | Organization pocket | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Breathable air mesh back panel |
Rain Cover | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Reflective Safety Strips | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Available | CRUX™ Reservoir |
Other Features | Other Features | Included 2-liter Crux™ reservoir with Quicklink™ |
CamelBak 's Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while CamelBak 's Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features.
The CamelBak Octane™ 22 Hydration Hiking Pack with Fusion™ 2L Reservoir Backpack has a capacity of 21L (liters), weighs 1.98 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16.93 x 11.02 x 9.84. It's made of 70-denier diamond ripstop nylon and is available in Black/Apricot in comparison the CamelBak Arete™ 14 Hydration Pack 50oz Backpack's capacity is 13.9L with a size of 17.72 x 9.84 x 8.66 inches. Constructed from 200-denier recycled ripstop nylon 3 mm SD it weighs 1 pounds and is available in Black/Reflective.