Thule Accent 23L Black Backpack vs Thule Upslope 20L Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Accent 23L Black and the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack is that the Accent 23L Black has Zippers (Nylon zipper with metal pulls) while the Upslope 20L Backpack does not.

Thule Accent 23L Black Backpack - Front View
Thule Upslope 20L Backpack
Specs Brand Thule Thule
Name Accent 23L Black Upslope 20L Backpack
Category Laptop Sports
Sub Category Travel Ski
Capacity (L) 23L 20L
Dimensions (in) ‎10.4 x 1.2 x 15.2 13 x 11 x 21.3
Weight (lb) 2.16 1.7
Fabric 100% recycled 1680 polyester 420D Nylon
Color Black 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee
Release Date September 21, 2017 November 27, 2020
Rating 4.5 4.4
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Straight - adjustable padded strap Adjustable shoulder straps with insulated hydration hose sleeve
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap
Zippers Nylon zipper with metal pulls
Main Compartment Access Normal top two way zip access Top and side zipped access
External Pockets 1 side zipped pocket, 1 side mesh pocket, zipped top pocket, front zipped pocket Zipped side pocket
Internal Compartments SafeZone compartment with hidden pocket behind removable hard-shell cup safeguards a phone, sunglasses or other valuables Internal hydration sleeve
Side Pockets 2 side pockets Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Lash points for helmet, ski and board carry system, ice axe loop
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 Internal and external compression straps
Luggage Straps / Trolley Sleeve Pass-through panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded Padded back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes

You're currently comparing the Accent 23L Black by Thule against the Upslope 20L Backpack by Thule .


Thule 's Accent 23L Black is a Laptop backpack with Travel features while Thule 's Upslope 20L 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 Upslope 20L Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 13 x 11 x 21.3 inches. Constructed from 420D Nylon it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.