Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack vs Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack

The main difference between the Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack and the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack is that the 40L Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material ) while the Exoti 50 Backpack does not.

Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack FRont View
Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Mountaintop Vargo
Name 40L Hiking Backpack Exoti 50 Backpack
Category Hiking Backpacking
Sub Category Outdoor Hiking
Capacity (L) 40L 50L
Dimensions (in) 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 14 x 3 x 25
Weight (lb) 2.1 2.0
Fabric Polyester X-Pac Fabric
Color 20+ colors and patterns Blue/Gray
Warranty Mountaintop Warranty Vargo Guarantee
Release Date August 1, 2016 February 6, 2017
Rating 4.6 5.0
Price Under $50 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps S-curve sponge padded shoulder strap Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Elastic chest strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist belt Hip strap with pockets
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers YKK zippers
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top loading access
External Pockets Zipped top, middle and bottom pockets plus two side pockets 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Spacious main compartment with pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle or umbrella Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop pocket fits up to 17"
Tablet Sleeve Separate tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket
Travel Features Carry-on Size Compliant 40.2 linear inches carry on size compliant
Compression Straps External compression straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable padded back panel
Rain Cover Rain cover included
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Ultralight titanium alloy external frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic lumbar support plate
Ventilated Back Air diversion back system
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22 inches torso length
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Hiking pole attachment
Gym / Sports Features Shoe Compartment Bottom compartment for shoes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the 40L Hiking Backpack by Mountaintop against the Exoti 50 Backpack by Vargo .


Mountaintop 's 40L Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Outdoor features while Vargo 's Exoti 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Mountaintop 40L Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 2.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 20.1 x 13.8 x 6.3 . It's made of Polyester and is available in 20+ 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.