The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack and the 4Monster 24L Packable Hiking Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop sleeve) while the 24L Packable Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | 4Monster |
Name | Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack | 24L Packable Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 24L | |
Dimensions (in) | 7 x 9.88 x 17 | 16.5 x 6 x 9 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.7lb 0.7oz | 0.3 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester with PU coating | 30D Nylon Taffeta, PU coating | |
Color | Ancient Fossil/Cordovan | 8 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | 4Monster Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | November 15, 2017 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | ||
Price | Under $50 | Under $25 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps | Breathable, shock-absorbing shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water and tear resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | YKK waterproof zipper | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Bungee storage for wet/dirty gear, two water bottle pockets, 1 top zipped pocket | 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 mesh side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Web haul handle | |
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; fits up to 13" laptop | |
Travel Features | Packable / Foldable | Folds down to 5.1 x 2.7 | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Foam padded back |
Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while 4Monster 's 24L Packable Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features.
The Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 0.7lb 0.7oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 7 x 9.88 x 17. It's made of 100% Polyester with PU coating and is available in Ancient Fossil/Cordovan in comparison the 4Monster 24L Packable Hiking Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 16.5 x 6 x 9 inches. Constructed from 30D Nylon Taffeta, PU coating it weighs 0.3 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.
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