Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag vs Thule 20L Lithos Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag and the Thule 20L Lithos Backpack is that the Chasm 40L Duffel Bag has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Weather-resistant material) while the 20L Lithos Backpack does not.

Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag Front View
Thule Lithos Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Thule Thule
Name Chasm 40L Duffel Bag 20L Lithos Backpack
Category Sport Commuter
Sub Category Gym Everyday
Capacity (L) 40L 20L
Dimensions (in) 22 x 13 x 10 11 x 9 x 17.3
Weight (lb) 3.1 1.6
Fabric Phthalate-free TPE Laminate with a 840D Nylon Base Polyester Ripstop
Color 4 colors and patterns 8 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Thule Guarantee
Release Date May 7, 2020 July 8, 2020
Rating 4.8 4.8
Price Under $250 Under $100
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Adjustable padded shoulder straps
Water Proof / Water Resistant Weather-resistant material
Main Compartment Access Clamshell Normal zipped access
External Pockets 1 zipped front pocket and 2 side pockets
Internal Compartments Internal mesh pockets to organize small items Internal sleeves and zipped mesh pocket
Side Pockets Side pockets can fit water bottle
Water Bottle No Yes
Handles Top and side grab handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Light lash point on front panel
Convertible Yes
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Padded laptop pocket fits up to 15.6"
Tablet Sleeve Dedicated tablet pocket
Organizer Pocket Front utility pocket with organizer
Travel Features Packable / Foldable Foldable into its accessory pouch
Compression Straps External compression straps
Stowable Straps Stowable shoulder straps
Base / Bottom Padded bottom panel
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel
Anti Theft Features Lockable Zippers Deter theft with lockable zipper pulls
Other Features Other Features Includes accessory pouch

You're currently comparing the Chasm 40L Duffel Bag by Thule against the 20L Lithos Backpack by Thule .


Thule 's Chasm 40L Duffel Bag is a Sport backpack with Gym features while Thule 's 20L Lithos Backpack is a Commuter backpack with Everyday features.

The Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 3.1 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 22 x 13 x 10. It's made of Phthalate-free TPE Laminate with a 840D Nylon Base and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the Thule 20L Lithos Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 11 x 9 x 17.3 inches. Constructed from Polyester Ripstop it weighs 1.6 pounds and is available in 8 colors and patterns.