Thule 20L Lithos Backpack vs Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack

The main difference between the Thule 20L Lithos Backpack and the Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack is that the 20L Lithos Backpack has Tablet Sleeve (Dedicated tablet pocket) while the 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack does not.

Thule Lithos Backpack Front View
Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack - Front View
Specs Brand Thule Carhartt
Name 20L Lithos Backpack 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack
Category Commuter Everyday
Sub Category Everyday Commuter
Capacity (L) 20L 40L
Dimensions (in) 11 x 9 x 17.3 13 X 19.5 X 8
Weight (lb) 1.6
Fabric Polyester Ripstop Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon
Color 8 colors and patterns Carhartt Brown
Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date July 8, 2020
Rating 4.8
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps J shape - adjustable padded strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with string and plastic pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Rolltop opening, side access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets Front zippered pocket with pen sleeves, secure passport pocket
Internal Compartments Internal sleeves and zipped mesh pocket Laptop sleeve, mesh pocket,
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light lash point on front panel Bottom straps, 2 rows of M.O.L.L.E strap
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop pocket fits up to 15.6" Padded; 17" laptop
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Padded

You're currently comparing the 20L Lithos Backpack by Thule against the 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack by Carhartt.


Thule 's 20L Lithos Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features while Carhartt's 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack is a Everyday backpack with Commuter features.

The Thule 20L Lithos Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.6 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 11 x 9 x 17.3. It's made of Polyester Ripstop and is available in 8 colors and patterns in comparison the Carhartt 40L Nylon Roll-Top Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 13 X 19.5 X 8 inches. Constructed from Heavy-duty, 700-denier nylon it weighs pounds and is available in Carhartt Brown.