Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack vs Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack and the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack is that the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Buckle waist strap) while the Tandem Trail Backpack does not.

Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack Front View
Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack Tandem Trail Backpack
Category Laptop Hiking
Sub Category Daypack Hydration
Capacity (L) 27L 22L
Dimensions (in) ‎19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29
Weight (lb) 2.2 1.0
Fabric 100% Polyester 100% Nylon
Color Night Tide 10 Colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date ‎January 7, 2020
Rating 4.5 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps Breathable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Buckle waist strap
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Rolltop closure
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 2 side pocket
Internal Compartments Organizational panel
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord Gear loops
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded quilted backpanel
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective safety accents
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack by Columbia against the Tandem Trail Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia 's Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features while Columbia's Tandem Trail Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features.

The Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack has a capacity of 27L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 . It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in Night Tide in comparison the Columbia Tandem Trail Backpack's capacity is 22L with a size of 10.24 x 11.42 x 19.29 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 1.0 pounds and is available in 10 Colors and patterns.