Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack vs Carhartt Classic Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the Carhartt Classic Laptop Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Classic Laptop Backpack does not.

Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack Front View
Carhartt Classic Laptop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Carhartt
Name Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack Classic Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 26L 25L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 12.38 x 8.8
Weight (lb) 1.0 1.25
Fabric 100% Polyester 700-denier nylon
Color 6 Colors and patterns Duck Camo
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.9
Price Under $175 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured padded shoulder straps Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls Nylon
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 1 front zipped pocket with organization, 2 slip on side pockets
Internal Compartments Organizational panel Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 slip on side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top haul handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Key clip
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Padded, 15 inch laptop sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket 1 front zipped pocket with organization
Travel Features Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack by Columbia against the Classic Laptop Backpack by Carhartt.


Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Carhartt's Classic Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 12.38 x 8.8. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 6 Colors and patterns in comparison the Carhartt Classic Laptop Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of inches. Constructed from 700-denier nylon it weighs 1.25 pounds and is available in Duck Camo.