Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack vs Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack and the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L Backpack is that the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack has Hip Belt / Waist Strap (Adjustable waist strap) while the Atom Tote Pack 20L Backpack does not.

Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Patagonia
Name Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack Atom Tote Pack 20L Backpack
Category Backpacking Everyday
Sub Category Hiking Daypack
Capacity (L) 55L 20L
Dimensions (in) 26 x 12.5 x 7.5 16 x 12 x 5
Weight (lb) 2lbs 13.2oz 1lb 7oz
Fabric 100% Recycled Polyester With PFC-Free DWR Finish
Color Joya Blue Fresh Teal
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Straight - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls Nylon zipper with string and metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Dual spindrift access Normal top zip access
External Pockets 1 top/flap zip pocket, 1 front slip-in pocket, 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Stash Pocket Laptop sleeve
Side Pockets 2 slip-in side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Adjustable ice-axe carry, Removable compression straps, Three-point, over-the-top rope-carrying system Bike-light clipping point at base
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 13" Laptop
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded

You're currently comparing the Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack by Patagonia against the Atom Tote Pack 20L Backpack by Patagonia.


Patagonia's Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features while Patagonia's Atom Tote Pack 20L Backpack is a Everyday backpack with Daypack features.

The Patagonia Ascensionist Pack 55L Backpack has a capacity of 55L (liters), weighs 2lbs 13.2oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 26 x 12.5 x 7.5. It's made of and is available in Joya Blue in comparison the Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 16 x 12 x 5 inches. Constructed from 100% Recycled Polyester With PFC-Free DWR Finish it weighs 1lb 7oz pounds and is available in Fresh Teal.