Ogio Alpha 25L Backpack vs 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack

The main difference between the Ogio Alpha 25L Backpack and the 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack is that the Alpha 25L Backpack has Internal Compartments (Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, internal zippered small accessory pockets) while the COVRT 18 Backpack does not.

Ogio Alpha 25L Backpack - Front View
5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Ogio 5.11 Tactical
Name Alpha 25L Backpack COVRT 18 Backpack
Category Outdoor Tactical
Sub Category Tactical Outdoor
Capacity (L) 25L 30L
Dimensions (in) 9 x 13 x 20 19 x 12.25 x 6.5
Weight (lb) 2.21 3.0
Fabric Premium 600D recycled polyester body and 1680D Ballistic bottom 500D Nylon
Color Deep Maroon Grey
Warranty Limited Lifetime Warranty 5.11 Tactical 1 Year Warranty
Release Date July 13, 2012
Rating 4.5 4.7
Price Under $150 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Yoke-style shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap Adjustable sternum strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water resistant material
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal and string pulls YKK zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Interior zipped mesh pockets
External Pockets Back panel security pocket, 2 large volume water bottle pockets, front zippered valuable pocket 4 zipped front pockets, 2 side pockets, padded sunglass pocket and a flip-down ID panel
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, tablet sleeve, internal zippered small accessory pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Padded comfort top handle Reinforced grab handle
Loops and Attachments QuickTact accessory straps, molle webbing
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 17” laptop Padded laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organization panel with key clip Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Luggage pass-through
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Anti Theft Features Hidden Pocket Hidden pistol pocket
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 1.5L water bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Alpha 25L Backpack by Ogio against the COVRT 18 Backpack by 5.11 Tactical .


Ogio 's Alpha 25L Backpack is a Outdoor backpack with Tactical features while 5.11 Tactical 's COVRT 18 Backpack is a Tactical backpack with Outdoor features.

The Ogio Alpha 25L Backpack has a capacity of 25L (liters), weighs 2.21 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 9 x 13 x 20. It's made of Premium 600D recycled polyester body and 1680D Ballistic bottom and is available in Deep Maroon in comparison the 5.11 Tactical COVRT 18 Backpack 's capacity is 30L with a size of 19 x 12.25 x 6.5 inches. Constructed from 500D Nylon it weighs 3.0 pounds and is available in Grey.