Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack vs Columbia Unisex Trek 18L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Trek 18L Backpack is that the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Unisex Trek 18L Backpack does not.

Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack Front View
Columbia Unisex Trek 18L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack Unisex Trek 18L Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Daypack Everyday
Capacity (L) 27L 18L
Dimensions (in) ‎19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 5.13 x 10.6 x 15.75
Weight (lb) 2.2
Fabric 100% Polyester 100% Polyester
Color Night Tide 2 Colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date ‎January 7, 2020
Rating 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Buckle waist strap
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket 1 front zipped pocket and 1 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
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack by Columbia against the Unisex Trek 18L Backpack by Columbia.


Columbia 's Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features while Columbia's Unisex Trek 18L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday 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 Unisex Trek 18L Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 5.13 x 10.6 x 15.75 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.