The main difference between the Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack and the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack is that the 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water resistant material) while the Exoti 50 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Mountaintop | Vargo |
Name | 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack | Exoti 50 Backpack | |
Category | Hiking | Backpacking | |
Sub Category | Backpacking | Hiking | |
Capacity (L) | 70L | 50L | |
Dimensions (in) | 29.9 x 13 x 10.2 | 14 x 3 x 25 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | Nylon | X-Pac Fabric | |
Color | 10+ colors and patterns | Blue/Gray | |
Warranty | Mountaintop Warranty | Vargo Guarantee | |
Release Date | May 31, 2018 | February 6, 2017 | |
Rating | 4.5 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $300 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-shaped padded shoulder straps | Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt with pockets | Hip strap with pockets | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water resistant material | ||
Zippers | YKK zippers | ||
Main Compartment Access | Top loading access | Top loading access | |
External Pockets | 1 zipped front pocket, bottom compartment, and 2 side pockets | 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 | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve | |
Travel Features | 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 | Dual aluminum internal frame | Ultralight titanium alloy external frame | |
Ergonomic | Ergonomic design | Ergonomic lumbar support plate | |
Adjustable Length Torso | 8 level height adjuster | 16-22 inches torso length | |
Hip Belt Pockets | Yes | ||
Top / Floating Lid | Yes | Yes | |
Trekking Pole Holders | Yes | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | Holds 3L water bladder | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Mountaintop 's 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Backpacking features while Vargo 's Exoti 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.
The Mountaintop 70L Internal Frame Hiking Backpack has a capacity of 70L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 29.9 x 13 x 10.2. It's made of Nylon and is available in 10+ 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.
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