The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack and the Columbia Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is that the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has Zippers (YKK water resistant zipper) while the Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 27L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | 19.8 x 15.12 x 2.99 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Polyester | |
Color | 2 Colors and patterns | Night Tide | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | January 7, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.5 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | Air mesh padded contoured techlite straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt | Buckle waist strap | |
Zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | ||
Main Compartment Access | Rolltop access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 6 external pockets and 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 grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | Elastic cord | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | |
Organizer Pocket | Front organizer pocket | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel | |
Rain Cover | Integrated pack rain fly | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Columbia 's Meridian II Daypack Laptop PFG Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Daypack features.
The Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14 x 8.5 x 23. It's made of 100% Nylon and is available in 2 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.
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