Kelty Slate 30 Backpack vs Samsonite Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack

The main difference between the Kelty Slate 30 Backpack and the Samsonite Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack is that the Slate 30 Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack does not.

Kelty Slate 30 Backpack - Front View
Samsonite Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Kelty Samsonite
Name Slate 30 Backpack Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 30L
Dimensions (in) 19 x 12 x 10 8 x 12 x 17.75
Weight (lb) 1.63 2.0
Fabric 600D Polyester Oxford Ripstop Polyester
Color Midnight Navy 3 colors and patterns
Warranty Samsonite Limited 3 Year Global Warranty
Release Date September 30, 2019
Rating 4.2 4.7
Price Under $60 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded airmesh shoulder straps Padded 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 3 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve Roomy main compartment features storage space and well considered business organization
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and umbrella
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Grab handle Padded top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Key fob, bike light loop
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded Padded laptop compartment fits up to 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Padded Tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front organizer pocket
Travel Features Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve SmartSleeve
Base / Bottom Water resistant bottom
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded airmesh back panel Padded airmesh panels on back

You're currently comparing the Slate 30 Backpack by Kelty against the Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack by Samsonite.


Kelty 's Slate 30 Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features while Samsonite's Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop 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 Samsonite Modern Utility Paracycle Laptop Backpack's capacity is with a size of 8 x 12 x 17.75 inches. Constructed from Ripstop Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.