Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack vs Samsonite Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks

The main difference between the Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack and the Samsonite Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks is that the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks does not.

Columbia Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack Front View
Samsonite Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks - Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Samsonite
Name Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 26L 13.5L
Dimensions (in) 18 x 12.38 x 8.8 11.61 x 4.33 x 16.14
Weight (lb) 1.0 2.55
Fabric 100% Polyester 100% Recycled Polyester
Color 6 Colors and patterns Black
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 4.9
Price Under $175 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured padded shoulder straps Straight - Ergonomic backpack straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls Metal
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal top zip access with internal organisation
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 1 front pocket, smart sleeve,
Internal Compartments Organizational panel Laptop sleeve, tablet pocket, phone pocket, internal organization, power bank organization, cable pocket, mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes No
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; 15.6" laptop size
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket Organization front pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage back strap
Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded

You're currently comparing the Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack by Columbia against the Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks by Samsonite .


Columbia 's Atlas Explorer 26L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Samsonite 's Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks 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 Samsonite Karissa Biz 2.0 Backpacks's capacity is 13.5L with a size of 11.61 x 4.33 x 16.14 inches. Constructed from 100% Recycled Polyester it weighs 2.55 pounds and is available in Black.