Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack vs Columbia Convey II 27L Rolltop Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the Columbia Convey II 27L Rolltop Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Key clip) while the Convey II 27L Rolltop Backpack does not.

Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack Front View
Columbia Convey II 27L Rolltop Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack Convey II 27L Rolltop Backpack
Category Laptop Everyday
Sub Category Everyday Daypack
Capacity (L) 26L 27L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 7 x 12.88 x 25.5
Weight (lb) 1.0 1.7
Fabric 100% Polyester 100% Polyester with PU coating
Color 6 Colors and patterns Impulse Blue/Icons Patch
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 Adjustable sternum strap
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls Plastic Molded
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Rolltop opening
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 1 front flap access pocket, 1 front zipped access pocket, 2 side mesh pockets, 1 back zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Organizational panel Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 side mesh 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
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable airmesh
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety accents

You're currently comparing the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack by Columbia against the Convey II 27L Rolltop Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Columbia's Convey II 27L Rolltop Backpack is a Everyday backpack with Daypack 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 Columbia Convey II 27L Rolltop Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 7 x 12.88 x 25.5 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in Impulse Blue/Icons Patch.