The main difference between the Columbia Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack is that the Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Gear loops) while the Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Columbia | Columbia |
Name | Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack | Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 55L | 32L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14 x 8.5 x 23 | 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.38 | ||
Fabric | 100% Nylon | 100% Nylon | |
Color | 2 Colors and patterns | 3 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.5 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $200 | Under $125 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps | Techlite adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Hip belt | Removable hip belt | |
Zippers | YKK water resistant zipper | Reflective zipper pulls | |
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 haul handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Gear loops | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Fleece lined tablet sleeve | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Backdraft tensioned back panel | Breathable airmesh backpanel |
Rain Cover | Integrated pack rain fly | ||
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Columbia 's Unisex Trail Elite 55L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Columbia 's Unisex Hawthorne 32L 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 Unisex Hawthorne 32L Backpack's capacity is 32L with a size of 17.2 x 12.68 x 7.99 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 2.38 pounds and is available in 3 Colors and patterns.
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