Gregory Mountain Nano 18 Backpack vs Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack

The main difference between the Gregory Mountain Mountain Nano 18 Backpack and the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack is that the Mountain Nano 18 Backpack has Back Panel (Padded back panel) while the Exoti 50 Backpack does not.

Gregory Mountain Products Nano 18 Everyday Outdoor Backpack Front View
Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Gregory Mountain Vargo
Name Mountain Nano 18 Backpack Exoti 50 Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 18L 50L
Dimensions (in) 18.8 x 11.4 x 1.9 14 x 3 x 25
Weight (lb) 1.0 2.0
Fabric Nylon X-Pac Fabric
Color 4 colors and patterns Blue/Gray
Warranty The Gregory Limited Lifetime Warranty Vargo Guarantee
Release Date July 16, 2020 February 6, 2017
Rating 4.5 5.0
Price Under $75 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Air mesh padded shoulder straps Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Removable hip belt Hip strap with pockets
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top loading access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pockets and 2 side pockets 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Ultralight titanium alloy external frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic lumbar support plate
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22 inches torso length
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Mountain Nano 18 Backpack by Gregory Mountain against the Exoti 50 Backpack by Vargo .


Gregory Mountain 's Mountain Nano 18 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Vargo 's Exoti 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Gregory Mountain Mountain Nano 18 Backpack has a capacity of 18L (liters), weighs 1.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18.8 x 11.4 x 1.9. It's made of Nylon and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack's capacity is 50L with a size of 14 x 3 x 25 inches. Constructed from X-Pac Fabric it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in Blue/Gray.