The main difference between the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack and the Columbia Unisex Trek 18L Backpack is that the Slate 30 Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Unisex Trek 18L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Kelty | Columbia |
Name | Slate 30 Backpack | Unisex Trek 18L Backpack | |
Category | Laptop | Laptop | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Everyday | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 18L | |
Dimensions (in) | 19 x 12 x 10 | 5.13 x 10.6 x 15.75 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.63 | ||
Fabric | 600D Polyester Oxford | 100% Polyester | |
Color | Midnight Navy | 2 Colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Columbia Limited Lifetime Warranty | ||
Release Date | September 30, 2019 | ||
Rating | 4.2 | ||
Price | Under $60 | Under $50 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded airmesh shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | 5 external pockets | 1 front zipped pocket and 1 side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve | ||
Side Pockets | 2 side pockets | Side pockets can fit water bottle | |
Water Bottle | Yes | Yes | |
Handles | Grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Key fob, bike light loop | ||
Lightweight | Yes | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | Laptop sleeve fits laptop up to 15" |
Tablet Sleeve | Padded | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded airmesh back panel |
Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Columbia's Unisex Trek 18L Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.
The Kelty Slate 30 Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 1.63 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 19 x 12 x 10. It's made of 600D Polyester Oxford and is available in Midnight Navy in comparison the Columbia Unisex Trek 18L Backpack's capacity is 18L with a size of 5.13 x 10.6 x 15.75 inches. Constructed from 100% Polyester it weighs pounds and is available in 2 Colors and patterns.
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