The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack and the G4Free 11L Packable Hiking Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop sleeve) while the 11L Packable Hiking Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | G4Free |
Name | Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack | 11L Packable Hiking Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 11L | |
Dimensions (in) | 7 x 9.88 x 17 | 8.27 x 6.30 x 13 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.7lb 0.7oz | 0.3 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester with PU coating | Nylon | |
Color | Ancient Fossil/Cordovan | 15+ colors and patterns | |
Warranty | G4Free 3 Month Warranty | ||
Release Date | March 22, 2017 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | ||
Price | Under $50 | Under $25 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps | Breathable mesh shoulder straps |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water and scratch resistant material | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | SBS metal zippers | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Top 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 or umbrella | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; fits up to 13" laptop | |
Travel Features | Packable / Foldable | Folds down to 4.72 x 5.91 | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Foam padded back |
Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while G4Free 's 11L 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 G4Free 11L Packable Hiking Backpack's capacity is 11L with a size of 8.27 x 6.30 x 13 inches. Constructed from Nylon it weighs 0.3 pounds and is available in 15+ colors and patterns.
Click image to compare, or description to view product.
Click image to compare, or description to view product.