KAVU Rope Sling Bag vs Meru Sling Backpack

The main difference between the KAVU Rope Sling Bag and the Meru Sling Backpack is that the Rope Sling Bag has Back Panel (Padded back panel) while the Sling Backpack does not.

KAVU Rope Sling Bag Front View
Meru Sling Backpack
Specs Brand KAVU Meru
Name Rope Sling Bag Sling Backpack
Category Sling Sling
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 10L 8.5L
Dimensions (in) 20 x 11 x 5 ‎ 11.9 x 10.3 x 2.4
Weight (lb) 0.4 0.9
Fabric 600D Polyester All Natural Cotton Canvas
Color 30+ colors and patterns 10+ colors and patterns
Warranty KAVU 30 Days Return Policy Meru Lifetime Warranty
Release Date March 22, 2012 April 30, 2016
Rating 4.8 4.6
Price Under $75 Under $50
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable rope shoulder strap with side release buckle Memory foam single strap
Zippers Corner wrapping zippers
Main Compartment Access Front zipped access Side zipped access
External Pockets 1 front flap pocket and zipped pocket 3 front pockets
Internal Compartments Large interior space with zipper pocket and small bottle holder
Water Bottle No Internal bottle holder
Lightweight Yes
Travel Features Base / Bottom Airflow grommets on the base
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel

You're currently comparing the Rope Sling Bag by KAVU against the Sling Backpack by Meru .


KAVU 's Rope Sling Bag is a Sling backpack with Everyday features while Meru 's Sling Backpack is a Sling backpack with Everyday features.

The KAVU Rope Sling Bag has a capacity of 10L (liters), weighs 0.4 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20 x 11 x 5 . It's made of 600D Polyester and is available in 30+ colors and patterns in comparison the Meru Sling Backpack's capacity is 8.5L with a size of ‎ 11.9 x 10.3 x 2.4 inches. Constructed from All Natural Cotton Canvas it weighs 0.9 pounds and is available in 10+ colors and patterns.