Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack vs Deuter Aircontact X 60+15 Backpack

The main difference between the Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack and the Deuter Aircontact X 60+15 Backpack is that the Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack has Compression Straps (Compression straps) while the Aircontact X 60+15 Backpack does not.

Deuter Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack - Front View
Deuter Aircontact X 60+15 Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Deuter Deuter
Name Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack Aircontact X 60+15 Backpack
Category Bike & Cycling Hiking
Sub Category Sports Travel
Capacity (L) 12 + 5 liters 60 + 15 liters
Dimensions (in) 17.32 x 9.45 x 6.69 32.2 x 12.5 x 11
Weight (lb) 0.55 6.83
Fabric 210D PA, 130D PA HIGH TENACITY 330D TEXTURED WEFT REC PA 1000D TEXTURED PA
Color jade-graphite ink
Warranty 2 years warranty 2 years warranty
Rating 4.9
Price Under $150 Under $400
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap adjustable sternum strap with signal whistle
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable sternum belt Removable hip belt
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with plastic curve 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 Inside compartment, elasticated inner compartment
Side Pockets 2 side outer pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments 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 Padded
Rain Cover Rain Cover Available
Internal / External Frame Y-frame
Other Features Other Features SOS label, Airstripes System, PFAS free Includes a day pack

You're currently comparing the Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack by Deuter against the Aircontact X 60+15 Backpack by Deuter .


Deuter 's Compact Exp 12 SL Backpack is a Bike & Cycling backpack with Sports features while Deuter 's Aircontact X 60+15 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 X 60+15 Backpack's capacity is 60 + 15 liters with a size of 32.2 x 12.5 x 11 inches. Constructed from 330D TEXTURED WEFT REC PA 1000D TEXTURED PA it weighs 6.83 pounds and is available in ink.