Columbia Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack vs Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack

The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack is that the Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack has Lightweight (Yes) while the Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack does not.

Columbia Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack Front View
Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Columbia Columbia
Name Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack
Category Hiking Laptop
Sub Category Hydration School
Capacity (L) 16L 27L
Dimensions (in) 16.5 x 10.5 x 1.5 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97
Fabric 100% Nylon 100% Polyester with PU coating
Color Bright Chartreuse Matcha 4 Colors and patterns
Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty
Rating 5.0 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $75
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomic shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle Sternum strap with rescue whistle
Main Compartment Access Top zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front zipped pocket and 2 side pocket
Internal Compartments Organizational panel
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Gear loops Gear loops
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15"
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Base / Bottom Flat padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable 3D EVA backpanel
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Bladder Size 1.5 Liter
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack by Columbia against the Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack by Columbia .


Columbia 's Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features while Columbia 's Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with School features.

The Columbia Unisex Maxtrail 16L Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 16.5 x 10.5 x 1.5 . It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in Bright Chartreuse Matcha in comparison the Columbia Unisex Zigzag 27L Backpack's capacity is 27L with a size of 11.81 x 7.87 x 1.97 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester with PU coating it weighs pounds and is available in 4 Colors and patterns.