The main difference between the Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack and the Amazon Basics Carry On Backpack is that the Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers) while the Carry On Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Granite Gear | Amazon Basics |
Name | Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack | Carry On Backpack | |
Category | Travel | Carry On | |
Sub Category | Carry on | Travel | |
Capacity (L) | 36L | 40L | |
Dimensions (in) | 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5 | 21.5 x 14 x 8.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.9 | 3.4 | |
Fabric | Polyester | Polyester | |
Color | Black | Black, Navy, Red | |
Warranty | Granite Gear Limited Lifetime Warranty | Amazon Basics Limited 1-Year Warranty | |
Release Date | December 11, 2017 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | 4.5 | |
Price | Under $125 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Load-absorbing EVA foam padded shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Load-stabilizing sternum strap | Removable sternum strap with buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Removable waist strap | ||
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Durable water-repellent with barrier zippers | ||
Zippers | SBS zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Clamshell | Clamshell | |
External Pockets | 2 zipped front pockets | 2 zipped front pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Multiple interior pockets | Spacious main compartment | |
Side Pockets | No | ||
Water Bottle | No | ||
Handles | Padded comfort grab handles | Padded top and side grab handle | |
Convertible | Yes | ||
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop compartment fits up to 17" | Zippered laptop sleeve |
Tablet Sleeve | Tablet sleeve | ||
Organizer Pocket | Front pocket with organizer | Front utility pocket with organizer | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | 45 linear inches carry-on size compliant | |
Compression Straps | External compression straps | External compressions straps | |
Expandable | Depth is expandable to 10.5" | ||
Stowable Straps | Stowable shoulder straps | ||
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Add-a-bag pass through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ergonomic, molded foam back panel with lumbar support |
Granite Gear 's Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Carry on features while Amazon Basics 's Carry On Backpack is a Carry On backpack with Travel features.
The Granite Gear Cross Trek 2 36L Backpack has a capacity of 36L (liters), weighs 2.9 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9.75 x 12.5 x 8.5. It's made of Polyester and is available in Black in comparison the Amazon Basics Carry On Backpack 's capacity is 40L with a size of 21.5 x 14 x 8.5 inches. Constructed from Polyester it weighs 3.4 pounds and is available in Black, Navy, Red.
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