The main difference between the Carhartt Rain Defender® 21L Classic Laptop Backpack and the Carhartt Essential Mini is that the Rain Defender® 21L Classic Laptop Backpack has Side Pockets (1 side pocket) while the Essential Mini does not.
Specs | Brand | Carhartt | Carhartt |
Name | Rain Defender® 21L Classic Laptop Backpack | Essential Mini | |
Category | Laptop | Mini | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 21L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 12 x 17.5 x 6 | 8 x 11.75 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.6 | ||
Fabric | 600 denier polyester with Rain Defender® durable water repellent | ||
Color | Black | ||
Release Date | June 30, 2022 | ||
Rating | 5 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $50 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Adjustable webbing shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | Durable water repellent | |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | Front zippered compartment with organization, one side pocket | 1 front slip-in pocket | |
Side Pockets | 1 side pocket | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15 inch laptop | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | |
Other Features | Other Features | Comes with hip pack |
Carhartt's Rain Defender® 21L Classic Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features while Carhartt's Essential Mini is a Mini backpack with Everyday features.
The Carhartt Rain Defender® 21L Classic Laptop Backpack has a capacity of 21L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 12 x 17.5 x 6. It's made of 600 denier polyester with Rain Defender® durable water repellent and is available in in comparison the Carhartt Essential Mini's capacity is with a size of 8 x 11.75 x 5 inches. Constructed from it weighs 0.6 pounds and is available in Black.
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