Deuter Ascender 13 Backpack vs Deuter Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack

The main difference between the Deuter Ascender 13 Backpack and the Deuter Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack is that the Ascender 13 Backpack has Internal Compartments (Elasticated inner compartment) while the Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack does not.

Deuter Ascender 13 Backpack - Front View
Deuter Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Deuter Deuter
Name Ascender 13 Backpack Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack
Category Hiking Hiking
Sub Category Outdoor Travel
Capacity (L) 13L 45 + 5 liters
Dimensions (in) 18.5 x 9.45 x 5.12 28.74 x 10.63 x 9.45
Weight (lb) 0.74 2.64
Fabric 700D Rec. PA Minirip FD 100% recycled fabrics 175D PA Ripstop Ultra HD
Color Indigo dusk-atlantic
Warranty 2 years warranty 2 years warranty
Release Date November 25, 2021 January 27, 2023
Rating 4.5 4.1
Price Under $150 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomically shaped vest shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Removable sternum belt
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable sternum belt Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Flap with buckle
External Pockets 6 external pockets 3 external pockets
Internal Compartments Elasticated inner compartment
Side Pockets 2 elastic side pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight Lightweight
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Moisture barrier in the back Air Spacer Mesh - Back-friendly spacer fabric

You're currently comparing the Ascender 13 Backpack by Deuter against the Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack by Deuter .


Deuter 's Ascender 13 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Deuter 's Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.

The Deuter Ascender 13 Backpack has a capacity of 13L (liters), weighs 0.74 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.5 x 9.45 x 5.12. It's made of 700D Rec. PA Minirip FD 100% recycled fabrics and is available in Indigo in comparison the Deuter Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack's capacity is 45 + 5 liters with a size of 28.74 x 10.63 x 9.45 inches. Constructed from 175D PA Ripstop Ultra HD it weighs 2.64 pounds and is available in dusk-atlantic.