The main difference between the Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack and the Carhartt Medium Pack + 3 Can Insulated Cooler Backpack is that the Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent) while the Medium Pack + 3 Can Insulated Cooler Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Patagonia | Carhartt |
Name | Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack | Medium Pack + 3 Can Insulated Cooler Backpack | |
Category | Daypack | Cooler | |
Sub Category | Everyday | Daypack | |
Capacity (L) | 26L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 18 x 12 x 6 | 12.25 x 18 x 9.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1lb 10oz | 1.85 | |
Fabric | 7.3-oz 400-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester with a PU coating and a PFC-free DWR finish | 500 denier Cordura® ripstop polyester | |
Color | Pitch Blue | Carhartt Brown | |
Release Date | September 5, 2019 | ||
Rating | 3.7 | ||
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | J shape - adjustable padded strap | J shape - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Adjustable/hideaway sternem strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon zipper with plastic pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top two way zip access | |
External Pockets | 2 front zip pockets, 2 side slip-in pockets | Mesh pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Laptop sleeve, organization pockets | Organization panel, elastic pocket, laptop sleeve | |
Side Pockets | 2 side slip-in pockets | 2 side slip-in pockets | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded; 15" Laptop | Padded; 15-inch laptop |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable back panel | Padded air mesh |
Baby Features | Insulated Pockets | Fully insulated main compartment holds three 12-ounce cans | |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Hydration compatible | |
Other Features | Other Features | Pouch that comes with this pack |
Patagonia's Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Everyday features while Carhartt's Medium Pack + 3 Can Insulated Cooler Backpack is a Cooler backpack with Daypack features.
The Patagonia Refugio Daypack 26L Backpack has a capacity of 26L (liters), weighs 1lb 10oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 18 x 12 x 6. It's made of 7.3-oz 400-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester with a PU coating and a PFC-free DWR finish and is available in Pitch Blue in comparison the Carhartt Medium Pack + 3 Can Insulated Cooler Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 12.25 x 18 x 9.5 inches. Constructed from 500 denier Cordura® ripstop polyester it weighs 1.85 pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.
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