The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack and the Osprey Ultralight Stuff Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with string pulls) while the Ultralight Stuff Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Osprey |
Name | Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack | Ultralight Stuff Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 7 x 9.88 x 17 | 17 x 9 x 7 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.7lb 0.7oz | 0.2 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester with PU coating | 40D Nylon Ripstop | |
Color | Ancient Fossil/Cordovan | 4 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Osprey Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | May 30, 2015 | ||
Rating | 4.6 | ||
Price | Under $50 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J-shape - Adjustable contoured padded shoulder straps | Breathable mesh shoulder straps |
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
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 top pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 mesh side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; fits up to 13" laptop | |
Travel Features | Packable / Foldable | Folds into its built-in storage pocket | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Foam padded back |
Columbia's Atlas Explorer™ 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Daypack features while Osprey 's Ultralight Stuff 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 Osprey Ultralight Stuff Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 17 x 9 x 7 inches. Constructed from 40D Nylon Ripstop it weighs 0.2 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns .
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