Kelty Asher 55 Backpack vs Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Asher 55 Backpack and the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack is that the Asher 55 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Trekking pole loops) while the Exoti 50 Backpack does not.

Kelty Asher 55 Backpack Front View
Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Kelty Vargo
Name Asher 55 Backpack Exoti 50 Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 55L 50L
Dimensions (in) 28 x 18 x 12 14 x 3 x 25
Weight (lb) 2.7 2.0
Fabric 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester X-Pac Fabric
Color 3 colors and patterns Blue/Gray
Warranty Kelty Limited Lifetime Warranty Vargo Guarantee
Release Date February 6, 2017
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $150 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps with load lifter adjustment webbing Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Padded hip belt Hip strap with pockets
Main Compartment Access Top loading access Top loading access
External Pockets 1 front and bottom zipped pocket, 2 side pockets, and mesh hip belt pocket 2 side pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Trekking pole loops
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel AMP-Flow ventilated back panel
Load Lifters Yes Yes
Internal / External Frame Internal frame Ultralight titanium alloy external frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic lumbar support plate
Adjustable Length Torso FIT-Pro quick + easy torso adjustment system 16-22 inches torso length
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Asher 55 Backpack by Kelty against the Exoti 50 Backpack by Vargo .


Kelty 's Asher 55 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Vargo 's Exoti 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Kelty Asher 55 Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 28 x 18 x 12. It's made of 600D Oxford / 420D Polyester and is available in 3 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.