Thule Accent 23L Black Backpack vs Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Accent 23L Black and the Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack is that the Accent 23L Black has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Stir Alpine 40L Backpack does not.

Thule Accent 23L Black Backpack - Front View
Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Thule Thule
Name Accent 23L Black Stir Alpine 40L Backpack
Category Laptop Sports
Sub Category Travel Ski
Capacity (L) 23L 40L
Dimensions (in) ‎10.4 x 1.2 x 15.2 11.42 x 10.24 x 22.83
Weight (lb) 2.16 2.9
Fabric 100% recycled 1680 polyester Coated 210D Robic, 70D Nylon
Color Black Obsidian
Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date September 21, 2017 January 6, 2021
Rating 4.5 4.8
Price Under $200 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Padded shoulder straps with stretch pocket for snack
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with whistle buckle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hip belt with gear loops
Water Proof / Water Resistant Ultra durable material withstands weather and abrasion
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top loading and side zipped access
External Pockets 1 side zipped pocket, 1 side mesh pocket, zipped top pocket, front zipped pocket Top floating pocket
Internal Compartments SafeZone compartment with hidden pocket behind removable hard-shell cup safeguards a phone, sunglasses or other valuables Internal zippered mesh pockets
Side Pockets 2 side pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments External gear attachment system for skis, helmet, ice axe and more
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded; 15.6" PC or 15" MacBook and 10" tablet
Tablet Sleeve Padded
Organizer Pocket Internal organizer sleeve pockets
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Removable lid, frame sheet, hip belt padding and sternum strap
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Pass-through panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Breathable back panel
Load Lifters Yes
Top / Floating Lid Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Accent 23L Black by Thule against the Stir Alpine 40L Backpack by Thule .


Thule 's Accent 23L Black is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Thule 's Stir Alpine 40L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features.

The Thule Accent 23L Black has a capacity of 23L (liters), weighs 2.16 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are ‎10.4 x 1.2 x 15.2. It's made of 100% recycled 1680 polyester and is available in Black in comparison the Thule Stir Alpine 40L Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 11.42 x 10.24 x 22.83 inches. Constructed from Coated 210D Robic, 70D Nylon it weighs 2.9 pounds and is available in Obsidian.