The main difference between the Incase A.R.C. Commuter Backpack and the Incase ICON Backpack with Woolenex is that the A.R.C. Commuter Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the ICON Backpack with Woolenex does not.
Specs | Brand | Incase | Incase |
Name | A.R.C. Commuter Backpack | ICON Backpack with Woolenex | |
Category | Commuter | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Travel | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 18.8L | 17L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17 x 11 x 7 | 13 x 9 x 19 | |
Weight (lb) | 3 | 2.49 | |
Fabric | Recycled Polyester | Woolenex | |
Color | Navy | Black | |
Release Date | August 15, 2018 | ||
Rating | 3.9 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $250 | ||
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Ergonomic sternum-strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | High-grade YKK® zippers, including YKK® weather resistant zippers | Nylon zipper with metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Clam shell opening | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 4 external pockets | 4 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organizational pockets | Laptop sleeve, organizational pockets | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | 2 side pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16” Laptop | Padded; 16" Laptop |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded; 12.9” iPad | Padded; | |
Travel Features | Carry-on Size Compliant | Fits the airlines carry-on sizer and planes overhead bin | |
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve | Travel pass-through | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Ortholite® Impressions foam | Padded |
Anti Theft Features | RFID Blocking | Tech-savy RFID feature pocket |
Incase's A.R.C. Commuter Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Travel features while Incase 's ICON Backpack with Woolenex is a Laptop backpack with Work features.
The Incase A.R.C. Commuter Backpack has a capacity of 18.8L (liters), weighs 3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17 x 11 x 7. It's made of Recycled Polyester and is available in Navy in comparison the Incase ICON Backpack with Woolenex's capacity is 17L with a size of 13 x 9 x 19 inches. Constructed from Woolenex it weighs 2.49 pounds and is available in Black.
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