Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack vs Deuter Aircontact Core 35+10 SL Backpack

The main difference between the Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack and the Deuter Aircontact Core 35+10 SL Backpack is that the Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack has Compression Straps (Compression straps) while the Aircontact Core 35+10 SL Backpack does not.

Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack - Front View
Deuter Aircontact Core 35+10 SL Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Deuter Deuter
Name Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack Aircontact Core 35+10 SL Backpack
Category Bike & Cycling Hiking
Sub Category Sports Travel
Capacity (L) 12 + 5 liters 35 + 10 liters
Dimensions (in) 17.32 x 9.45 x 6.69 ‎28.35 x 10.24 x 7.87
Weight (lb) 0.55 4.23
Fabric 210D PA, 130D PA HIGH TENACITY 500D TEXTURED PA 235 D REC PA PLAIN bluesign®
Color jade-graphite jade-graphite
Warranty 2 years warranty 2 years warranty
Release Date July 29, 2017
Rating 4.9 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - 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 curved plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Flap with buckle
External Pockets 5 external pockets 3 external pockets
Internal Compartments Organiser compartment Elasticated inner compartment, lid compartment
Side Pockets 2 side outer pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Pole holder, material loops on front & lid
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression straps
Expandable Expandable volumes
Base / Bottom Separate bottom compartment with zip-on base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Air Spacer Mesh - Back-friendly spacer fabric
Rain Cover Rain Cover Rain Cover
Other Features Other Features SOS label, Airstripes System, PFAS free

You're currently comparing the Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack by Deuter against the Aircontact Core 35+10 SL Backpack by Deuter .


Deuter 's Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack is a Bike & Cycling backpack with Sports features while Deuter 's Aircontact Core 35+10 SL Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features.

The Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack has a capacity of 12 + 5 liters (liters), weighs 0.55 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.32 x 9.45 x 6.69. It's made of 210D PA, 130D PA HIGH TENACITY and is available in jade-graphite in comparison the Deuter Aircontact Core 35+10 SL Backpack's capacity is 35 + 10 liters with a size of ‎28.35 x 10.24 x 7.87 inches. Constructed from 500D TEXTURED PA 235 D REC PA PLAIN bluesign® it weighs 4.23 pounds and is available in jade-graphite.