Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L vs Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack

The main difference between the Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L and the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack is that the Atom Sling Bag 8L has Lightweight (Yes) while the Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack does not.

Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L Front View
Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Patagonia
Name Atom Sling Bag 8L Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack
Category Sling Daypack
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 8L 26L
Dimensions (in) 17.72 x 14.17 x 9.45 18 x 12 x 6
Weight (lb) 0.6 1lb 10oz
Fabric Recycled Polyester 7.3-oz 400-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester with a PU coating and a PFC-free DWR finish
Color Black Pitch Blue
Warranty Patagonia Ironclad Guarantee
Rating 4.6
Price Under $125 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder strap J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent
Zippers Nylon zipper with string pulls
Main Compartment Access Side zipped access Normal top two way zip access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 1 pocket on strap 2 front zip pockets, 2 side slip-in pockets
Internal Compartments Laptop sleeve, organization pockets
Side Pockets 2 side slip-in pockets
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15" Laptop
Tablet Sleeve Tablet compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Breathable back panel

You're currently comparing the Atom Sling Bag 8L by Patagonia against the Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack by Patagonia.


Patagonia 's Atom Sling Bag 8L is a Sling backpack with Everyday features while Patagonia's Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Everyday 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 Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack's capacity is 26L with a size of 18 x 12 x 6 inches. Constructed from 7.3-oz 400-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester with a PU coating and a PFC-free DWR finish it weighs 1lb 10oz pounds and is available in Pitch Blue.