The main difference between the Incase A.R.C. Daypack and the Incase Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon is that the A.R.C. Daypack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water-repellent) while the Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon does not.
Specs | Brand | Incase | Incase |
Name | A.R.C. Daypack | Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon | |
Category | Anti theft | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Daypack | Work | |
Capacity (L) | 19.5L | 24L | |
Dimensions (in) | 17.5 x 11.4 x 6.2 | 11.75 x 5.25 x 18 | |
Weight (lb) | 10.6 | 1.39 | |
Fabric | Recycled Polyester | Ultra light-weight premium flight nylon | |
Color | Grey | Black | |
Rating | 3.0 | 3.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water-repellent | ||
Zippers | Premium YKK® zippers, including YKK® weather resistant zippers on tech compartments | Plastic mold zipper with metal and leather pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Easy-access clamshell opening | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 4 external pockets | 2 external pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organization compartment | Internal slip pocket organization | |
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | ||
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Lightweight | Lightweight | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 16" MacBook Pro, iPad | Padded; 15" Laptop |
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. Daypack is a Anti theft backpack with Daypack features while Incase 's Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon is a Laptop backpack with Work features.
The Incase A.R.C. Daypack has a capacity of 19.5L (liters), weighs 10.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.5 x 11.4 x 6.2. It's made of Recycled Polyester and is available in Grey in comparison the Incase Compass Backpack with Flight Nylon's capacity is 24L with a size of 11.75 x 5.25 x 18 inches. Constructed from Ultra light-weight premium flight nylon it weighs 1.39 pounds and is available in Black.