Oakley Icon Backpack vs Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack

The main difference between the Oakley Icon Backpack and the Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack is that the Icon Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Sternum strap) while the Solar Converter Backpack does not.

Oakley Icon Backpack Front Vieww
Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Oakley Voltaic Systems
Name Icon Backpack Solar Converter Backpack
Category Laptop Laptop
Sub Category Travel Everyday
Capacity (L) 24L 20L
Dimensions (in) 36 x 18 x 45 12 x 18 x 6
Weight (lb) 2.45 2.4
Fabric Tough Cordura Fabric Recycled PET Fabric
Color Dull Onyx Matte Black
Warranty Oakley 1 Year Warranty Voltaic Systems 2 Year Warranty
Release Date August 21, 2013
Rating 4.0 4.1
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Anatomically padded shoulder straps Breathable mesh shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Waterproof and UV resistant material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Normal zipped access
External Pockets 2 front pockets, 1 top zipped pocket and 2 side zipped pockets 2 side pockets and back zipped pocket
Internal Compartments Roomy interior with open panel pockets 2 interior pockets
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle and other accessories Side pockets can fit water bottle and charger
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Ergonomic handgrip Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments 5.5W at 6 volts solar panel, USB battery pack
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to a 17” laptop Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Tablet sleeve
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Base / Bottom Rubberized bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel High density molded back section
Load Lifters Yes

You're currently comparing the Icon Backpack by Oakley against the Solar Converter Backpack by Voltaic Systems .


Oakley 's Icon Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Voltaic Systems 's Solar Converter Backpack is a Laptop backpack with Everyday features.

The Oakley Icon Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 2.45 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 36 x 18 x 45. It's made of Tough Cordura Fabric and is available in Dull Onyx in comparison the Voltaic Systems Solar Converter Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 12 x 18 x 6 inches. Constructed from Recycled PET Fabric it weighs 2.4 pounds and is available in Matte Black.