Deuter Climber Backpack vs Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack

The main difference between the Deuter Climber Backpack and the Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack is that the Climber Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Ice Axe Attachment, Pole holder, Attachment loops for the helmet holder) while the Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack does not.

Deuter Climber Backpack - Front View
Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Deuter Deuter
Name Climber Backpack Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack
Category Childrens Bike & Cycling
Sub Category School Sports
Capacity (L) 22L 12 + 5 liters
Dimensions (in) 22.8 x 9.4 x 7 17.32 x 9.45 x 6.69
Weight (lb) 1.49 0.55
Fabric 210D PA Ripstop 210D PA, 130D PA HIGH TENACITY
Color fern-ink jade-graphite
Warranty 2 years warranty 2 years warranty
Rating 4.9
Price Under $100 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable sternum belt Adjustable sternum belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 4 external pockets 5 external pockets
Internal Compartments Elasticated inner compartment Organiser compartment
Side Pockets 2 side outer pockets 2 side outer pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Ice Axe Attachment, Pole holder, Attachment loops for the helmet holder
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression straps
Expandable Expandable volumes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded
Rain Cover Rain Cover
Other Features Other Features SOS label, Alpine System, PFAS free SOS label, Airstripes System, PFAS free

You're currently comparing the Climber Backpack by Deuter against the Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack by Deuter .


Deuter 's Climber Backpack is a Childrens backpack with School features while Deuter 's Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack is a Bike & Cycling backpack with Sports features.

The Deuter Climber Backpack has a capacity of 22L (liters), weighs 1.49 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22.8 x 9.4 x 7. It's made of 210D PA Ripstop and is available in fern-ink in comparison the Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack's capacity is 12 + 5 liters with a size of 17.32 x 9.45 x 6.69 inches. Constructed from 210D PA, 130D PA HIGH TENACITY it weighs 0.55 pounds and is available in jade-graphite.