Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack vs Deuter Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack

The main difference between the Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack and the Deuter Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack is that the Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack has Internal Compartments (Organiser compartment) while the Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack does not.

Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack - Front View
Deuter Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Deuter Deuter
Name Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack Aircontact Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack
Category Bike & Cycling Hiking
Sub Category Sports Travel
Capacity (L) 12 + 5 liters 45 + 5 liters
Dimensions (in) 17.32 x 9.45 x 6.69 28.74 x 10.63 x 9.45
Weight (lb) 0.55 2.64
Fabric 210D PA, 130D PA HIGH TENACITY 175D PA Ripstop Ultra HD
Color jade-graphite dusk-atlantic
Warranty 2 years warranty 2 years warranty
Release Date January 27, 2023
Rating 4.9 4.1
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 Removable sternum belt
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable 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 5 external pockets 3 external pockets
Internal Compartments Organiser compartment
Side Pockets 2 side outer pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Lightweight Lightweight
Travel Features Compression Straps Compression straps
Expandable Expandable volumes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Air Spacer Mesh - Back-friendly spacer fabric
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 Ultra 45+5 SL Backpack by Deuter .


Deuter 's Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack is a Bike & Cycling backpack with Sports features while Deuter 's Aircontact Ultra 45+5 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 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.