Deuter Ascender 13 Backpack vs Deuter Compact 8 JR Backpack

The main difference between the Deuter Ascender 13 Backpack and the Deuter Compact 8 JR Backpack is that the Ascender 13 Backpack has Lightweight (Lightweight) while the Compact 8 JR Backpack does not.

Deuter Ascender 13 Backpack - Front View
Deuter Compact 8 JR Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Deuter Deuter
Name Ascender 13 Backpack Compact 8 JR Backpack
Category Hiking Bike & Cycling
Sub Category Outdoor Sports
Capacity (L) 13L 8L
Dimensions (in) 18.5 x 9.45 x 5.12 15.7 x 9.4 x 5.1
Weight (lb) 0.74 1.38
Fabric 700D Rec. PA Minirip FD 100% recycled fabrics 210D PA, 130D PA HIGH TENACITY
Color Indigo atlantic-cinnamon
Warranty 2 years warranty 2 years warranty
Release Date November 25, 2021
Rating 4.5
Price Under $150 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Ergonomically shaped vest shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable sternum belt Adjustable sternum belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with webbing pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 6 external pockets 3 external pockets
Internal Compartments Elasticated inner compartment Organiser compartment
Side Pockets 2 elastic side pockets 2 side outer pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Helmet clips
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Moisture barrier in the back Padded
Rain Cover Rain Cover
Reflective Safety Strips Reflectors for better visibility
Other Features Other Features SOS label, Airstripes System, PFAS free

You're currently comparing the Ascender 13 Backpack by Deuter against the Compact 8 JR Backpack by Deuter .


Deuter 's Ascender 13 Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Deuter 's Compact 8 JR Backpack is a Bike & Cycling backpack with Sports 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 Compact 8 JR Backpack's capacity is 8L with a size of 15.7 x 9.4 x 5.1 inches. Constructed from 210D PA, 130D PA HIGH TENACITY it weighs 1.38 pounds and is available in atlantic-cinnamon.