The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Zippers (Reflective zipper pulls) while the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack | Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 27L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 | 19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.0 | 2.2 | |
Fabric | 100% Polyester | 100% Polyester | |
Color | 6 Colors and patterns | Night Tide | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 7, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.9 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $175 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Contoured padded shoulder straps | Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Buckle waist strap | ||
Zippers | Reflective zipper pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Organizational panel | Organizational panel | |
Side Pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top haul handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Key clip | Elastic cord | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | Front organizer pocket | |
Travel Features | Base / Bottom | Padded bottom panel | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Columbia 's Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is a Laptop 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 Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in Night Tide.
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