Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack vs Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack and the Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack is that the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Exoti 50 Backpack does not.

Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack - Front View
Vargo Exoti 50 Backpack Side View
Specs Brand Patagonia Vargo
Name Altvia Pack 36L Backpack Exoti 50 Backpack
Category Backpacking Backpacking
Sub Category Hiking Hiking
Capacity (L) 36L 50L
Dimensions (in) 23.5 x 12 x 10.5 14 x 3 x 25
Weight (lb) 2.18 2.0
Fabric 100% recycled nylon X-Pac Fabric
Color Noble Grey Blue/Gray
Warranty Vargo Guarantee
Release Date February 6, 2017
Rating 5.0
Price Under $150 Under $300
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Ventilated, adjustable shoulder harness
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap Hip strap with pockets
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Flap with buckle Top loading access
External Pockets 2 zip hip belt pockets 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments 1 zip pocket, 1 slip-in pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded
Rain Cover Rain cover included; pack volume is 36 liters
Load Lifters Yes
Internal / External Frame Ultralight titanium alloy external frame
Ergonomic Ergonomic lumbar support plate
Adjustable Length Torso 16-22 inches torso length
Hip Belt Pockets Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Altvia Pack 36L Backpack by Patagonia against the Exoti 50 Backpack by Vargo .


Patagonia's Altvia Pack 36L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Vargo 's Exoti 50 Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Patagonia Altvia Pack 36L Backpack has a capacity of 36L (liters), weighs 2.18 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23.5 x 12 x 10.5. It's made of 100% recycled nylon and is available in Noble Grey 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.