Patagonia Refugio Backpack vs Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L

The main difference between the Patagonia Refugio Backpack and the Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L is that the Refugio Backpack has Sternum / Chest Straps (Adjustable sternum strap) while the Atom Sling Bag 8L does not.

Patagonia Refugio Daypack Backpack - Front View
Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L Front View
Specs Brand Patagonia Patagonia
Name Refugio Backpack Atom Sling Bag 8L
Category Daypack Sling
Sub Category Everyday Everyday
Capacity (L) 30L 8L
Dimensions (in) 7 x 14 x 17 17.72 x 14.17 x 9.45
Weight (lb) 2 0.6
Fabric Recycled Polyester
Color Agave Plume Grey Print Black
Warranty Patagonia Ironclad Guarantee
Rating 4.6
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps J shape - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable sternum strap
Zippers Nylon zipper
Main Compartment Access Normal top zip access Side zipped access
External Pockets 2 zippered mesh pockets, 1 front zip pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 1 pocket on strap
Internal Compartments Padded Laptop Sleeve
Side Pockets 2 zippered mesh pockets
Water Bottle Yes No
Handles Top grab handle
Lightweight Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded
Tablet Sleeve Tablet compartment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded

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


Patagonia's Refugio Backpack is a Daypack backpack with Everyday features while Patagonia 's Atom Sling Bag 8L is a Sling backpack with Everyday features.

The Patagonia Refugio Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 7 x 14 x 17. It's made of and is available in Agave Plume Grey Print in comparison the Patagonia Atom Sling Bag 8L's capacity is 8L with a size of 17.72 x 14.17 x 9.45 inches. Constructed from Recycled Polyester it weighs 0.6 pounds and is available in Black.