The main difference between the Eddie Bauer Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack and the Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack is that the Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the 17” Laptop Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Eddie Bauer | Kroser |
Name | Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack | 17” Laptop Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | ||
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 12 x 9 | 18.6 x 13.5 x 10.8 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.81 | 3.1 | |
Fabric | 200-denier ripstop polyester | Water-Repellant Fabric | |
Color | Dark Smoke | Black | |
Warranty | Kroser 30 Days Return Policy | ||
Release Date | January 23, 2017 | August 14, 2019 | |
Rating | 4.5 | 4.8 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Lightly padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 4 external pockets | 3 zipped front pockets, 1 back pocket and 2 side pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multi-compartment with several inner pockets | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side mesh pockets for water bottles | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Sturdy top grab handle with steel cable | |
Loops and Attachments | Daisy chains with carabiner hook on front panel | ||
USB Charger | Built-in USB charger | ||
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Separate laptop compartment fits up to 17" | |
Tablet Sleeve | Dedicated tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front utility pocket with organizer | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External side compression straps | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Luggage attachment panel secures it to a roller bag | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | Breathable padded back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective webbed lash point for attaching a carabiner or clip light | Reflective stripe accents | |
Anti Theft Features | Lockable Zippers | Lockable zipper heads | |
RFID Blocking | RFID pockets |
Eddie Bauer 's Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Travel features while Kroser 's 17” Laptop Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features.
The Eddie Bauer Stowaway Packable 30L Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 0.81 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12 x 9. It's made of 200-denier ripstop polyester and is available in Dark Smoke in comparison the Kroser 17” Laptop Backpack's capacity is with a size of 18.6 x 13.5 x 10.8 inches. Constructed from Water-Repellant Fabric it weighs 3.1 pounds and is available in Black.
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