Carhartt Essential Mini Backpack vs Carhartt Cargo Series Daypack + 3 Can Cooler Tarmac One Size Backpack

The main difference between the Carhartt Essential Mini and the Carhartt Cargo Series Daypack + 3 Can Cooler Tarmac One Size Backpack is that the Essential Mini has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Cargo Series Daypack + 3 Can Cooler Tarmac One Size Backpack does not.

Carhartt Essential Mini Backpack - Front View
Carhartt Cargo Series Daypack + 3 Can Cooler Tarmac One Size Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Carhartt Carhartt
Name Essential Mini Cargo Series Daypack + 3 Can Cooler Tarmac One Size Backpack
Category Mini Cooler
Sub Category Everyday Daypack
Capacity (L) 20L
Dimensions (in) 8 x 11.75 x 5 12.25 x 18 x 9.5
Weight (lb) 0.6
Fabric 500 denier Cordura® ripstop polyester
Color Black Tarmac
Rating 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable webbing shoulder straps Straight - adjustable contour fit shoulder straps with FastDry® technology wicks away sweat for comfort
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable/hideaway sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Durable water repellent Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top zipped access
External Pockets 1 front slip-in pocket 2 slip in side pockets. Pouch that comes with this pack are Hook-N-Haul compatible with any pack and if not being used fit into the pocket when not being used
Internal Compartments Large main-compartment with organization panel and elastic pocket for tablet or hydration bladder. Fully insulated main compartment holds three 12-ounce cans and keeps them cold
Side Pockets 2 slip in side pockets
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Large main-compartment with organization panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded air mesh back panel
Other Features Other Features Comes with hip pack

You're currently comparing the Essential Mini by Carhartt against the Cargo Series Daypack + 3 Can Cooler Tarmac One Size Backpack by Carhartt.


Carhartt's Essential Mini is a Mini backpack with Everyday features while Carhartt's Cargo Series Daypack + 3 Can Cooler Tarmac One Size Backpack is a Cooler backpack with Daypack features.

The Carhartt Essential Mini has a capacity of (liters), weighs 0.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8 x 11.75 x 5. It's made of and is available in Black in comparison the Carhartt Cargo Series Daypack + 3 Can Cooler Tarmac One Size Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 12.25 x 18 x 9.5 inches. Constructed from 500 denier Cordura® ripstop polyester it weighs pounds and is available in Tarmac.