The main difference between the Carhartt Essential Mini and the Carhartt Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack is that the Essential Mini has Shoulder Straps (Adjustable webbing shoulder straps) while the Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Carhartt | Carhartt |
Name | Essential Mini | Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack | |
Category | Mini | Commuter | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 40L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 8 x 11.75 x 5 | 13 x 19.5 x 8 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.6 | ||
Fabric | Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon | ||
Color | Black | Carhartt Brown | |
Rating | 4.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $200 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable webbing shoulder straps | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Durable water repellent | Rain Defender® durable water repellent | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Roll top closure | |
External Pockets | 1 front slip-in pocket | Secure passport pocket, coated canvas front zippered pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Pen sleeves, mesh pocket | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Side release buckles, 2 Rows of M.O.L.L.E Straps | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 17” laptop | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Molded back panel with channels | |
Other Features | Other Features | Comes with hip pack |
Carhartt's Essential Mini is a Mini backpack with Everyday features while Carhartt 's Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack is a Commuter 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 Rain Defender® 40L Nylon Roll-Toop Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 13 x 19.5 x 8 inches. Constructed from Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.
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