Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L vs Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L and the Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack is that the Atom Sling Bag 8L has External Pockets (1 zipped front pocket and 1 pocket on strap) while the Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack does not.

Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L Front View
Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Patagonia
Name Atom Sling Bag 8L Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack
Category Sling Backpacking
Sub Category Everyday Hiking
Capacity (L) 8L 40L
Dimensions (in) 17.72 x 14.17 x 9.45 14 x 9 x 20.5
Weight (lb) 0.6 2.57
Fabric Recycled Polyester Sturdy 100% recycled nylon
Color Black Pigeon Blue
Warranty Patagonia Ironclad Guarantee
Rating 4.6
Price Under $125 Under $250
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder strap Straight - Hydrophobic adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Side zipped access Rolltop opening
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 1 pocket on strap
Internal Compartments Internal organizer pockets
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Tablet Sleeve Tablet compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Hydrophobic back panel

You're currently comparing the Atom Sling Bag 8L by Patagonia against the Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack by Patagonia.


Patagonia 's Atom Sling Bag 8L is a Sling backpack with Everyday features while Patagonia's Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack is a Backpacking backpack with Hiking features.

The Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L has a capacity of 8L (liters), weighs 0.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 17.72 x 14.17 x 9.45. It's made of Recycled Polyester and is available in Black in comparison the Patagonia Disperser Roll-Top Pack 40L Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 14 x 9 x 20.5 inches. Constructed from Sturdy 100% recycled nylon it weighs 2.57 pounds and is available in Pigeon Blue.