Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack vs Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack and the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is that the Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack has Zippers (Reflective zipper pulls) while the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack does not.

Columbia Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack Front view
Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Daypack
Capacity (L) 25L 27L
Dimensions (in) 20.24 x 14.72 x 3.35 ‎19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99
Weight (lb) 1.0 2.2
Fabric 100% Polyester with PU coating 100% Polyester
Color 4 Colors and patterns Night Tide
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date ‎January 7, 2020
Rating 4.3 4.5
Price Under $100 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Contoured padded shoulder straps Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Buckle waist strap
Zippers Reflective zipper pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 side pocket 1 front zipped pocket and 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 haul handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Elastic cord and 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 Flat padded bottom panel
Gym / Sports Features Laundry Pocket External bungee straps
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack by Columbia against the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack by Columbia .


Columbia's Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L 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 Unisex Atlas Explorer 25L Backpack has a capacity of 25L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.24 x 14.72 x 3.35. It's made of 100% Polyester with PU coating and is available in 4 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.